If you see an error such as a typo/spelling error on myLot what do you do?
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
United States
April 6, 2017 8:45am CST
Most humans make errors, and since I assume the majority of myLot members are human, we make mistakes, it's a given. It may not happen often, but when it does, it does - it is not the end of the world as we know it.
I have received private messages stating that I have a typo in my title or in the post itself. I don't mind someone pointing that out as long as it's done in a polite way and not a "gotcha" way. I prefer to receive those messages privately compared to in the comment section.
I was just scrolling through and noticed a big typo in the title of a post. Now, I don't know the person, never read or saw that person before today. I checked the bio and the person has been here a long time. Therefore, I'm not sure if I should point out the error or not.
I started to but changed my mind. If I 'knew' the person it would be a different story.
What are your thoughts? Would you point out a typo no matter who did it? Are you afraid of offending a fellow myLot member?
I sure hope I don't have a typo in this post!!
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@ms1864 (6886)
• Bangalore, India
6 Apr 17
Personally ...i don't think typo's are that big a deal anymore. There is a good chance that even with one, it is possible to understand what was intended to be said. So i don't do anything for spelling errors or things of that nature.
However, if a person has forgot to add something to the post that they clearly intended to (when discussing a picture or quote or something)...then i let them know as politely as i can. 
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I think many of us who typed for a living 35 years do pay attention...you're right they don't change the post...but....
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I have a problem with my nails, when they get too long I hit the wrong keys all the time!
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@allen0187 (58444)
• Philippines
6 Apr 17
I've seen my share of errors and I just don't mind these.
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@allen0187 (58444)
• Philippines
6 Apr 17
@AbbyGreenhill perhaps, that is the case.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
@allen0187 I had to proof read many things for different people as part of my job so it is a habit and always will be.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
Maybe I'm more picky since typing was how I made a good living.
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@amadeo (111948)
• United States
6 Apr 17
No I would not.Never do this.Why does it bother them.On one post I stated my opinion on a person post.
He got very upset and block me and wanted me to apologize to the person.Nothing to apologize.He block me fine.I could care less.
some people here are very,berry,touchy.LOl.
No I am not afraid of offending anyone here.Just state my case.
Abby I would not worry about th is.We all make typo error.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
Some are so obvious and some make a different, especially when it comes to spelling.
@JudyEv (326727)
• Rockingham, Australia
6 Apr 17
I would do exactly as you've done - sort of. 
If I know the person and think they'd prefer to know and have the opportunity to correct the error, I'll PM them. If I don't know them I might just leave it. However, and particularly if the typo is in the title, I might PM and VERY POLITELY tell them.
If I know the person and think they'd prefer to know and have the opportunity to correct the error, I'll PM them. If I don't know them I might just leave it. However, and particularly if the typo is in the title, I might PM and VERY POLITELY tell them.4 people like this
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I only hesitated because I didn't want to come off as ... well, as a 'b' since the person has been here for a long time.
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@JudyEv (326727)
• Rockingham, Australia
6 Apr 17
@AbbyGreenhill I can understand. Some don't like to be corrected. Just for the record, I'm always happy for you to correct me.
@thislittlepennyearns (58425)
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
6 Apr 17
I agree with you, I don't mind being told there is an error- if it is done nicely. There is a member who has a habit of pointing out every little error in posts. It bugs me, but I leave it alone.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I would only point out one that matters...the wrong words or misspellings can make a difference.
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
@Asylum I read that on the ladies' room wall!
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@celticeagle (160015)
• Boise, Idaho
6 Apr 17
I am human. I make mistakes.If a Mylotter wants to bring to my attention, great! If not, that is fine too. I do my best to not offend anyone. I'm sure I have at some point on here. I'm not afraid of it one way or the other. If I do I do and that is life. I try to be tactful and respectful and expect the same from others.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
Each situation can be handled tactfully. I don't mind someone pointing out mine..?Just nicely
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@sabtraversa (13096)
• Italy
6 Apr 17
I'm likely to not say anything as long as I get the meaning.
If I manage to get a joke out of it, I might tell in a funny way, otherwise I move on.
I wouldn't be offended if someone pointed out a typo of mine, I'm usually quite self-conscious and I'll be glad if they can help me making my post "perfect".
We're humans after all, it's okay to make a few mistakes. 
And we're also required to have some thick skin in the online world, some people can be mean. 
We're humans after all, it's okay to make a few mistakes.
And we're also required to have some thick skin in the online world, some people can be mean. 3 people like this
@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
If I didn't have thick skin I would have gotten off the internet long ago LOL!
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
7 Apr 17
@marlina It's true and you're welcome.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I don't think you make many at all.
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@LadyDuck (460446)
• Switzerland
6 Apr 17
I usually do exactly what you do, I inform through a Private Message. I remember that someone was offended by the fact that a "non" English speaking pointed out a misspelled word, so now I am very cautious, if I do not know the person I do not inform.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
Walk softly and carry a big stick - or in the case of a typo - keep quiet about it LOL.
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@Jessicalynnt (50525)
• Centralia, Missouri
6 Apr 17
I point it out now and then, depends on the person, I know a few on here working on their english, I'd prob tell them, politely, etc
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I usually don't tell anyone who isn't English speaking.
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@Jessicalynnt (50525)
• Centralia, Missouri
7 Apr 17
@AbbyGreenhill A few I do, but I know them well enough to know they'd want it pointed out/explained, and I do it carefully and politely. Otherwise I only do if it's really funny.
@Happy2BeMe (99386)
• Canada
6 Apr 17
I wouldn't point it out but I have had people do it to me and I went and made the correction. It was people I know on here though so it wasn't so bad. I wasn't offended. The person may appreciate knowing about the mistake.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I would assume since the person has been here a long time a 'friend' would point it out.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
@Happy2BeMe It smacks you right in the eye when you see it!
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@Happy2BeMe (99386)
• Canada
6 Apr 17
@AbbyGreenhill I think I see the one you are referring to. Yes maybe somebody will let her know or maybe she will notice it herself.
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@fishtiger58 (29823)
• Momence, Illinois
6 Apr 17
I usually don't mention an error. I'm sure eventually they will notice themselves and correct it.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
Possible, but I don't go back to check.
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@TheInvisibleMan (17603)
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6 Apr 17
I don't say anything, because I find it rude to correct (unless I already know the person).
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
There are friends I would say it to but in a PM
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@Tigerize72 (58)
• United States
6 Apr 17
I personally would not point out a typo or spelling error. Spelling & grammar are one of my pet peeves & I can't help but notice them. We don't know what other people's backgrounds are or their education level. I'd just read the post & move on.
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@AbbyGreenhill (45496)
• United States
6 Apr 17
It depends on if I 'know' the person or not. I just went to check your latest post and see you are new - welcome.
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