Illissius
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« on: June 18, 2007, 03:38:47 am » |
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The difficulty of reliably detecting sarcasm in written text has long plagued the internet community. It's a common suggestion to somehow visually distinguish the sarcastic text, but this seems condescending, and takes away some of the allure of writing quality sarcasm. I think I have an idea, though, for how [sarcasm] tags could work. Visually, it would look just the same as normal text. When you hover over it with a mouse, it would show a little tooltip saying, "Yes, this is sarcasm.". If you suspect sarcasm, you can check. If you don't even suspect it, either you can rightly be looked down on with disdain for having your sarcasm detectors out of order, or the poster, for being incapable of writing sarcasm.
What think ye? Could this be implemented in these here forums? (In other words, is this a good idea; is the forums software capable of it; does anyone reading this post have access to the software; and does said person think it's worth doing).
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« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2007, 06:04:08 am » |
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I dunno if it's possible but it sounds like a good idea!
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« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2007, 09:09:19 am » |
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Why not just use XML tags? This is much more flexible.
<Sarcasm>What a great idea!</Sarcasm>
<Drunk>URPhid can win every matchup</Drunk>
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« Reply #3 on: June 18, 2007, 10:35:14 am » |
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Ive been using sarcasm tags for ages when i am IMing or in emails. The extra effort is worth the confusion or misunderstandings it alleviates.
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« Reply #4 on: June 18, 2007, 02:26:34 pm » |
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What he's saying, though, is that there should be special text, and I agree. Sarcasm is a dish best served cold, not obvious, and tags just take away the joy.
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« Reply #5 on: June 18, 2007, 08:14:35 pm » |
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« Reply #6 on: June 18, 2007, 09:26:26 pm » |
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If I've learned anything about people on the internet, it's that they can handle sarcasm with wit and class.
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« Reply #7 on: June 19, 2007, 04:26:16 am » |
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The difficulty of reliably detecting sarcasm in written text has long plagued the internet community. It's a common suggestion to somehow visually distinguish the sarcastic text, but this seems condescending, and takes away some of the allure of writing quality sarcasm. I think I have an idea, though, for how [sarcasm] tags could work. Visually, it would look just the same as normal text. When you hover over it with a mouse, it would show a little tooltip saying, "Yes, this is sarcasm.". If you suspect sarcasm, you can check. If you don't even suspect it, either you can rightly be looked down on with disdain for having your sarcasm detectors out of order, or the poster, for being incapable of writing sarcasm.
What think ye? Could this be implemented in these here forums? (In other words, is this a good idea; is the forums software capable of it; does anyone reading this post have access to the software; and does said person think it's worth doing).
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« Reply #8 on: June 19, 2007, 06:24:57 pm » |
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I don't know if I detect sarcasm in this thread...
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« Reply #9 on: June 19, 2007, 09:14:08 pm » |
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I would be highly surprised to see sarcasm in a thread such as this. Illissius brought up a very good point, and it up to us, the responsible and intelligent people at TMD, to resolve this issue.
As everyone knows, when there's work to be done here on TMD, all of the fun stops and the only thing that we discuss is serious business. Sarcasm is the opposite of open, honest, productive discussion, and won't be welcomed by the moderator staff in this discussion.
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« Reply #10 on: June 19, 2007, 09:25:16 pm » |
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I would be highly surprised to see sarcasm in a thread such as this. Illissius brought up a very good point, and it up to us, the responsible and intelligent people at TMD, to resolve this issue.
Obviously, no such discussion would be complete without your input. I know that I just can't wait to see what you have to say when there's a weighty topic on the table. |
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« Reply #11 on: June 19, 2007, 11:11:15 pm » |
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Now now Ephraim, no need to fly off the handle like that.
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« Reply #12 on: June 20, 2007, 11:50:48 pm » |
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Team Meandeck: O Lord,
Guard my tongue from evil and my lips from speaking guile.
To those who slander me, let me give no heed.
May my soul be humble and forgiving to all.
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« Reply #13 on: June 21, 2007, 01:07:13 pm » |
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I would be highly surprised to see sarcasm in a thread such as this. Illissius brought up a very good point, and it up to us, the responsible and intelligent people at TMD, to resolve this issue. what As everyone knows, when there's work to be done here on TMD, all of the fun stops and the only thing that we discuss is serious business. Sarcasm is the opposite of open, honest, productive discussion, and won't be welcomed by the moderator staff in this discussion.
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« Reply #14 on: June 21, 2007, 01:41:40 pm » |
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« Reply #15 on: June 21, 2007, 09:12:50 pm » |
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Team Meandeck: O Lord,
Guard my tongue from evil and my lips from speaking guile.
To those who slander me, let me give no heed.
May my soul be humble and forgiving to all.
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