FAQS
Instant Messaging is now officially working.
You can turn it on and off individually too under the Profile edit page
And now a disclaimer: We just came out of a very intensive beta period, and the likelihood is there could still be an issue or two with the new IM system. We don't know of any right now, but I'd be very surprised if a thing or two doesn't surface now that this is live for everyone. If you want to be "extra super duper sure" that everything is perfect you might want to wait a week or two and then tun on your IM.
And finally, you should know that like many features on Class Creator, this new IM system requires the end user have Flash installed and not be behind a firewall that blocks Flash (some companies do this). So my rough guess is 97% of people can use it as is, and 3% of your users are going to be left out in the cold. Now that this feature is live we are planning to put in a non-Flash IM backup system that will accommodate the non Flash users or those behind a corporate firewall. That'll take some doing, but we did want you to know we'll ultimately be accommodating the remaining 3% or so. Without Flash they won't be able to do all the cool stuff the 97% can do, like turn on webcams and things, but they'll at least have a simple IM texting system that will work without Flash and will work behind corporate firewalls.
All right, have fun with it folks.
Ensuring that you receive emails from our website.
Class Creator recently made a change to outgoing mailserver address from postmaster@classcreator.net to noreply@classcreator.net.
In order to ensure you receive important messages from our class web site, as well as messages sent directly to you from other Classmates, it's important you whitelist the email address noreply@classcreator.net (that's a .net, not a .com).
What is whitelisting? Whitelisting simply means you are telling your email program to accept all emails coming from our class web site and our Classmates. The technique for whitelisting varies by email program, but generally you will see the term "Whitelist", "Safe List", or "Safe Sender's List". This is where you want to be sure you have added the email address noreply@classcreator.net.
Class Creator, the system that helps us operate our class web site, uses the address noreply@classcreator.net when sending out email messages. Be assured that all emails sent through our site are valid — you will not receive spam email. Whitelisting noreply@classcreator.net is the single most important thing you can do to ensure you don't miss anything happening on our site or miss receiving emails from your fellow Classmates.
Stop and take a moment to whitelist noreply@classcreator.net right now, and ensure you stay connected!
A: Absolutely NOTHING! It's all free.
How do I join?
A: Find your name on the Classmates Profiles page, click on it and follow the prompts to register. Create a brief profile and that's it. Come back later and add info and pictures.
What if I forget my password?
A: Start by clicking on the "Forgot my password" link, if that doesn't work contact us, we will provide you with a password to login with, you can then create a new one.
How do I send a message to another classmate?
A: On each profile page there is a "send a private message" box. Just write your note and send. You will be notified by email when you have a response, according to your settings, that is.
Who can see my profile?
A: Anyone can see your profile. If you chose to have ONLY logged in classmates have the ability to view your page, check the box "Profile Visibility" on the bottom of your page, now when you do this, remember friends and family will not be able to see it. This is entirely your choice.
How do I put pictures on my profile page?
A: Under Member Functions, click on "Edit Profile" there you will find a link "Edit/Upload Photos" click on it and upload as many photos as you like!
How can I get a picture put in the Your Photo Gallery?
A: Click on the "Your Photo Gallery" link, click on the Gallery you wish to put your photo in, Click the "add/edit photos" button, Click "Add Photos" button, click on the "Alternative Uploader"link, now click on the "Add Files" link, once you do that, you can now browse your computer files to find the photo you want to upload and click on it. Now click on the "Upload Photos" link and your photo(s) will be uploaded. You will then return to the Gallery page where you can add a description for each photo. Once you have completed that you simple "Save Changes" and you are done.
How do I use the Threaded Forum "Trojan Chat"?
The Forum is a 3 tiered system consisting of:
1) Forums (or Categories) pre-set by the site administrator.
2) Topics. There can be an infinite number of topics under each Forum (or category). To start a new topic: choose a Forum (or category). , then click on "New Topic". Enter a title for your topic, type your message and click "Save". (Just FYI: A "sticky" topic is one that is tacked to the top of the page.)
3) Messages. To add to a topic already started, click on "Reply". Type your message and click "Save" Once saved, you can edit or delete your own message.
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When first coming into the Forum, click on a Forum (or category) title to see all the Topics under it. Click on a Topic to see all the messages posted there.
*Note: The first time you want to post on the Forum, you will be asked to set up a forum profile. This only consists of 3 short items, all optional. 1) a signature, if you desire one; 2) your location; and 3) setting your time zone. You will be able to edit your settings later in "My Settings", at the top of the Forum page.
"My Signature" (optional) is anything you may want to appear at the bottom of each of your messages. For instance, your name, a short proverb or witty saying, etc.
"My Settings" page, on every message you post, and at the bottom of every Forum page. (You can later unsubscribe from your "My Settings" page.)
"Master Photo" If you would like to have a photo of yourself appear to the left of your messages (and later on your threaded emails), click on "Forum Photo" at the top of the Forum page (or on "Edit/Upload Photos" on the left navigation panel).
If the picture that you want to use is already uploaded to your profile page, just click "Make This My Master Photo". If your photo is not already there, you will need to upload it (see "Upload Photos to Profile" under the "Using Our Site" category).
How to put photos in your messages
Posting pictures in the Forum is easy! See the attached pix at the top of the page for illustration of the following steps:
1) Click on the Image icon (the little yellow square in the editor, at the top left, to the right of the word 'source').
2) In the Image Button popup, click "Browse".
3) Find your picture in your files and click (or double-click) on the picture.
4) Click on "Upload Now"
5) Click "OK" when it tells you it's uploaded. You can now see your image in the preview box.
6) Click on "OK" at the bottom of the Image Button box, and your picture will appear in your message box.
7) Complete your message (any text you want to add), then click on "Save". You can also preview your message if you desire, before clicking Save.
Using the text editor:
Experiment, if you want, with the editing tools. Changing the size and color of your font is fairly easy.
Use the Preview button to see how your message looks before saving it. After saving your post, you will still be able to edit or delete it.
You can also attach files to your message.
Click on "Browse" at the bottom of the message box.
Locate and click on the file you want to attach.
After you save your message, your file will appear as a link at the top of the message (see attached pic of attached file at the top of this message).
(Note: Do not click on Preview after attaching your file because your attachment will be lost and you will have to attach it again.)
Have any suggestions for additions or changes on the site? Please add them to the Trojan Chat, site suggestions forum, or let us know via email. Thanks!
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