I've seen quite a few people using threads as a form of personal chat over the past few weeks. I'd like to point out that, unless the thread is specifically intended for use as a chat, the forum is not for personal conversations. If you are not addressing the whole community, and if the content of your post does not contribute to the content of the thread, you should not post it in the forums. Instead, you should use the direct message feature.
Why does this matter?
First, hijacking the thread is rude to the users who are using the thread correctly, as they now have to wade through the unrelated comments.
Second, it's rude to the creator of the thread, who will be less likely to get relevant feedback on the topic.
Third, it bumps the thread, which can kill the thread entirely once it reaches 50 posts.
In conclusion, if you find that your post is more of a personal conversation with another user than something that you want the whole lichess community to see, please use the DM feature.
Why does this matter?
First, hijacking the thread is rude to the users who are using the thread correctly, as they now have to wade through the unrelated comments.
Second, it's rude to the creator of the thread, who will be less likely to get relevant feedback on the topic.
Third, it bumps the thread, which can kill the thread entirely once it reaches 50 posts.
In conclusion, if you find that your post is more of a personal conversation with another user than something that you want the whole lichess community to see, please use the DM feature.
