Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Here are brief explanations for some of the
questions that you may have about the ClassifiedEquestrian.com
Classified Advertising.
How does this system work?
On the front page for the ClassifiedEquestrian.com
Classifieds, you will see a link to Advert. Click on this link, from
here you will see the add categories and several buttons that allow you
to search, place and edit ads. Please click on one of these buttons,
depending on the action that you want to take. If you wish to post and
add you will need to register first. Follow the instructions, help is
provided use the help button on screen. Once you post the ad you will be
given an ad number. In the future, anytime that you want to modify or
delete that ad, you will need to know the ad number and password.
Therefore, please make a note of them.
How do I post an ad?
From the main adverts page, click on the
"Place Ad" button. and logon using the ID and password you
created when you registered, as described above. You will then be taken
to the "Post a Classified Ad" page. Here, you will see the
categories that you can post an ad to. Select the Category you want. A
form will be displayed. When you have filled out the form, click on the
"Preview my ad" button. You should then see an draft of the
advert as it will appear on the site. Correct any errors using back on
your browser. Then post when happy, an acknowledgement page will appear
if your ad was successfully posted.
Do I have to use my real name
when posting a message?
No. Even if you use your real name when you
register (and we encourage that), you do not have to use your real name
when you post an ad. The script will simply publish whatever you put in
the first and last name fields. If you feel more comfortable, you can
use a nickname or pseudoname.
Can I put HTML tags anywhere
in my posts?
No. You can not use HTML tags in the body of the
message. If you put HTML tags in your message, the script will just
throw out everything in between the <>'s.
What should I put in the
"Text of Ad" box?
Please describe the item that you are trying to
sell in as much detail as you can. If you're posting a classified ad
advertising a horse, tell people about the breeding, performance,
winnings, whether it boxes, can be clipped etc. If you're posting
a classified ad advertising a piece of real estate for sale or for rent,
tell them about the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and other rooms;
about the amenities; etc. If you're posting a help wanted ad, tell
people about the type of work, what skills, education, or experience is
required, what the rate of pay is, the geographic location of the job,
and any other information relevant to this particular position. If
you're posting an employment wanted ad, tell potential employers about
the type of work you desire, your skills, education, and experience,
what salary level you are seeking, what geographic areas you would
prefer to work in, and any other relevant information about yourself.
Why didn't my classified ad
show up?
Your classified ad most likely did not show up
because either you were in the wrong category (such as
"Housing" instead of "Personals") or you specified
search criteria that don't appear in your ad. If so, please verify that
you selected the correct category and then broaden your search by
leaving more of the search fields blank.
How do I modify my ad?
At the top of every advert page you will find
the "Edit Ad" button. If you click on this button, you will be
given a choice to Modify/Renew, Delete or Add Photo. You will need to
know the Add number which was e-mailed to you when you first posted your
ad.
How do I remove my ad?
At the top of every advert page you will find
the "Edit Ad" button. If you click on this button, you will be
given a choice to Modify/Renew, Delete or Add Photo. You will need to
know the Add number which was e-mailed to you when you first posted your
ad.
Why didn't my search turn up
any hits?
Your search criteria may have been too narrow.
Go back to the search form and leave more of the search fields blank, or
click on the "New Search" button and do a general search. For
the broadest possible search, simply click on the "See All
Ads" button.
How do I navigate the
search results page?
The results of your search will be displayed on
the search results page. To see more of your search results, you can
click on the "See The Next X Hits" button beneath the ads
displayed on this page.
How do I contact someone
who has posted a classified ad?
All of the classified ads should have contact
details, if the poster has left their email address then just click on
the reply to Ad link.
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