Tutorial
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1.) Typing; Do not type lyk diis oR LiEk DiS. (unless it's your personal site.. or you're just thick.) People cannot understand what you are saying! Type normally, try to spell correctly and use proper grammar. People don't want to read something they can't understand, or if it sounds juvenile.
2.) Naming; When choosing a name for your website, try and choose something unique, but not inappropriate. It shouldn't be too long or be hard to remember. For example, x0xo-I-luv-rainbowz-x0x0 is probably not a good site name. People will not remember it, nor will they try to. Try to stay away from 'xo' and numbers.
3.) Borders, etc. Every page should have a border and a custom scrollbar that match nicely with your layout. You shouldn't have a red border with a yellow scrollbar and a black and blue layout. It should all match. Don't use flashing scrollbars, they are very tacky and distracting.
4.) Content; The main reason why people visit sites is for the visitor content. Therefore, to attract visitors, this is your most important part. If you know how to make layouts and graphics yourself, all the more power to you--visitors will love that. Make sure your content is neat and organized and updated often, so people will come back for more.
5.) Originality is in... don't copy someone's site. Why would people go to a site that is a duplicate of a site they've already been to? Put your own ideas into your site, and that's what people will like. I know what I look for when I go to websites, is something I've never seen before. Something that makes me say, "Oh, wow, that's really cool."
6.) Give credit where credit is due; Pretty self-explanatory. You can get ideas from other sites, but make sure you give credit. You don't want people writing hate messages in your guestbook saying that you stole their ideas. You didn't come up with the idea, so give credit. You should also give credit to where you got pictures from, layouts, backgrounds, etc. All those things are copyrighted on the internet.
7.) Be respectful; If people take the time to come to your website and sign your guestbook, the least you can do is do the same. Even if you don't sign anything, at least take a look. Maybe you'll be surprised!
8.)Don't use glitter images; they look tacky. Instead, use images that don't move and layout graphics. They are better.
9.) Update your site often. People aren't going to come back if it's just the same all the time. Also, make sure you have somewhere where there’s a list of updates or something.
10.) Don't use flashy backgrounds. Don't use flashy backgrounds or over colourful or "busy" images either. They look tacky and horrible. If you don't know what one to use, try plain white or black.
2.) Naming; When choosing a name for your website, try and choose something unique, but not inappropriate. It shouldn't be too long or be hard to remember. For example, x0xo-I-luv-rainbowz-x0x0 is probably not a good site name. People will not remember it, nor will they try to. Try to stay away from 'xo' and numbers.
3.) Borders, etc. Every page should have a border and a custom scrollbar that match nicely with your layout. You shouldn't have a red border with a yellow scrollbar and a black and blue layout. It should all match. Don't use flashing scrollbars, they are very tacky and distracting.
4.) Content; The main reason why people visit sites is for the visitor content. Therefore, to attract visitors, this is your most important part. If you know how to make layouts and graphics yourself, all the more power to you--visitors will love that. Make sure your content is neat and organized and updated often, so people will come back for more.
5.) Originality is in... don't copy someone's site. Why would people go to a site that is a duplicate of a site they've already been to? Put your own ideas into your site, and that's what people will like. I know what I look for when I go to websites, is something I've never seen before. Something that makes me say, "Oh, wow, that's really cool."
6.) Give credit where credit is due; Pretty self-explanatory. You can get ideas from other sites, but make sure you give credit. You don't want people writing hate messages in your guestbook saying that you stole their ideas. You didn't come up with the idea, so give credit. You should also give credit to where you got pictures from, layouts, backgrounds, etc. All those things are copyrighted on the internet.
7.) Be respectful; If people take the time to come to your website and sign your guestbook, the least you can do is do the same. Even if you don't sign anything, at least take a look. Maybe you'll be surprised!
8.)Don't use glitter images; they look tacky. Instead, use images that don't move and layout graphics. They are better.
9.) Update your site often. People aren't going to come back if it's just the same all the time. Also, make sure you have somewhere where there’s a list of updates or something.
10.) Don't use flashy backgrounds. Don't use flashy backgrounds or over colourful or "busy" images either. They look tacky and horrible. If you don't know what one to use, try plain white or black.
Tutorial Comments
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cute cute cute. i lvoe the first rule, so many people type like that, its pretty annoying, and t makes a site look less professinal
By Forsaken-vampiress on Mar 27, 2009 5:01 pm
I totally agree I've had my myspace layout site for a while now, and people are ALWAYS stealing my things and my sign ideas and layout stylesheets.
It wouldn't kill them to be a LITTLE original.
By korkybabyy on Feb 15, 2009 6:01 pm
lulz diana.
it's everyones opinion too, i'd like to see your site, would it be DiANA-BAB3SZ?
By -ryaan on Jan 9, 2009 1:13 pm
thanks ill keep this in mind when i go to start my own site
By ajpagan on Nov 9, 2008 2:45 pm
Hey, could you have a look at my site?
http://www.freewebs.com /ispyzzzoooeee/
Could you tell me if its any of those rules?
You can tell me in the C-Box if you want :P
If its easier.
By SceneRocket on Aug 25, 2008 8:16 pm
this is all true.
amazing.
By milesapartproductions on Aug 25, 2008 4:40 am
WELL THATZ JUST UR 0PINI0N
-DIANA (:
By diana226 on Aug 15, 2008 5:35 pm
Tutorial Details
| Author |
sikytasha
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| Submitted on | Aug 14, 2008 |
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| Comments | 7 |
| Reviewer |
manny-the-dino
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| Approved on | Aug 14, 2008 |