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Our FAQ sections holds the answers to all those really annoying questions that you just cant seem to find the asnwer to! If you have a question you would like us yo add to this section please email is with the suggestion at admin@topsecretcruising.co.uk.


About TSC This section contains the hows and whys about topsecretcruising.
Q	When did TSC start?
A	TSC was launched on the 14th of January 2005 by Graeme Tomcat and Crackerz as admin. Graeme decided he had other things to deal with and left responsibility of the site to Tomcat and Crackerz and it has evolved and adapted to what it is today.

Q	Why did TSC begin?
A	Graeme, Tomcat and Crackerz wanted a cruise site unlike no other. A regular base of car enthusiasts who like to meet in person and don’t solely rely on the website for discussion. Also, it was important that everyone felt ; this is so rare on many car forums. Personal vendettas often dominate forums making them unfriendly places to be. It is an unwritten code of TSC that whilst clashes do occur, the site is a great place to meet and talk to people before coming to events or meets.

Q	Who runs and monitors TSC?
A	To see who does what for TSC, go to the link in the top right hand side of the forums and left click “My Assistant”. Then click “The moderating Team” this will tell you who does what and a chance to contact them.

Getting Started So have you registered with TSC and want to personalise your profile.
Q	How do I access my profile?
A	You have two ways to access it, but obviously, you must be logged in. Either click the “My Controls” option at the top right hand side of the forums or you can click you username on the top left hand side. They both have the same effect.

Q	How do I personalise my account?
A	Once you have accessed your profile, click on “Edit Profile Info” on the left hand side you can fill as many fields as you wish regarding your personal details. This will let other members know a bit about you if they look at your profile.

Q	How do I add an Avatar?
A	This is the picture that appears on the left hand side of every post you make. There are certain criteria that need to be adhered to for your avatar to work. Nothing offensive please and file size must be no larger than 50kb and most be no larger in dimension than 150x150. Most people do a search on google for images they want. In your profile, select “Edit Avatar Settings”. There will be two fields, one which allows an image to be uploaded from your PC or one that will look to an online URL. Assuming you want to use a URL, copy the URL of the image and paste it into the field that says “Enter a URL to an online avatar image”. Update avatar and that’s it.

Q	How do I add a Signature to my posts?
A	A signature is similar to an avatar but appears at the bottom part of each of your posts. Most people make these up using Photoshop or by asking other TSC members to make one for them. Assuming you have the picture and its posted on photo bucket or similar pic hosting site, go to “My Controls” and “Edit Signature”. Using the box, paste the URL of the pic you want as your signature but make sure you use the IMG button to make it work correctly.

The Forums Everything you need to know about the way our forums work .
Q	How Do I write a post?
A	If you are viewing a topic you wish to reply to, at the bottom of the page are two choices. “Fast Reply” or “Add Reply”. Fast reply launches a small box of the page you are viewing and is for brief messages without a need for emoticons etc. Add reply will take you to a new page allowing you to type a response as well as add emoticons, images and URL’s. Please read the rules on posting here.

Q	How do I start a Topic?
A	Before starting a topic, use the search facility on the top right hand corner of the forums to see if your question or problem has been asked before. The forums are separated in to different areas to make similar topics appear in one location, General Chat, Members Cars, For Sale and so on. Pick a forum heading that suits as closely as possible the purpose of your post and left click it. Once you can see other topics in this room, on the top and bottom right hand side of the page will be a button called “Add Topic”. Click this. Make sure you give your topic a heading then type whatever it is you want to ask. Once finished, click submit (bottom of page) and you have added a topic to TSC. Well done! The same Applies for a Poll. This allows you to gain a consensus vote from TSC members regarding a variety of issues.

Q	How do I post a picture or a URL on the forums?
A	First, you have to upload your pictures onto a picture website. Many members use photobucket. It’s really easy to use and is ideal for use with TSC. Once uploaded from you PC to photo bucket (or similar site), in your topic or post (not fast reply) there is an option at the top form an image (IMG), click this. A small box will open, copy the IMG link from the picture host website and paste into this field. Then click ok. Job Done! Its similar for URL’s except just copy the entire URL from the URL field of the page you want to post and paste it into the small box that appears, click ok and give it a name then ok again and you’re done.

Q	I have a complaint about a post or topic, what should I do?
A	Report your complaint to a TSC admin, staff or moderator via PM.

Q	How do I send a PM?
A	PM’s are private messages you can send to TSC members rather than posting in the main forums. The recipient will receive an E-mail informing them they have a new PM. You can send a PM by one of two ways, on each post on the forums there is a button called “PM” which will designate the recipient. A new page will be launched and all you have to do is give your PM a title then type whatever you want to send. Click send and the recipient will have a new PM. You can also send one through “My Controls”. The very top option on your menu bar on the left is “compose new message” type in the name of the recipient, PM heading then type in the largest field whatever you want to say. That’s it really.