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diff --git a/doc/groups b/doc/groups new file mode 100644 index 000000000..645390e0c --- /dev/null +++ b/doc/groups @@ -0,0 +1,42 @@ +Users on %%site.name%% can create *groups* that other users can join. +Groups can be a great way to share information and entertainment with +a group of people who have a common interest or background. + +You can find out about groups on the server on the +[Groups](%%action.groups%%) page. You can join a group by clicking on +the "Join" button either in the group list or on the group's home page. + +Starting a new group +-------------------- + +If you want, you can start a new group for friends and people with +common interests. Note that all groups are free for anyone to join. + +To start a new group, use the [new group](%%action.newgroup%%) tool +and fill out the form. Describe your group as best you can if you want +people to be able to find it. + +When choosing the nickname for your group, try to keep it short. The +nickname is included in every message to and from the group, so the +less chars the better. Try using acronyms for organizations, or +airport codes for places (like 'pdx' instead of 'portland'). + +Sending messages to a group +--------------------------- + +You can send a message to a group using the syntax "!groupname" +anywhere in the message. If you have more than one group named, the +notice will go to each group. Only members can send notices to a +group, and groups do not respond to direct messages (DMs). + +Receiving messages +------------------ + +New group messages will appear in your inbox, and will also come to +your phone or IM client if you've set them up to receive notices. + +Remote groups +------------- + +While it's technically possible, this version of Laconica does not +support remote group membership. |