Should the ability to edit an answer or question be removed once it has been answered or commented on?
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Junk Yard Dog
ANSWERS: 8
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No, but possibly we shold edit and say why we've edited. ie. edited to correct spelling or edited to confuse you.
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Yes. I have been involved in a dispute in which another answerer didn't believe the question had changed after I answered. He proceeded to rate me down and bash me in the comments section. Once it's been answered, it should be locked. Otherwise people like me look dumb if the question changes.
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No. But I think people should have a longer period of time to able to edit after they've posted. I cringe when I see an obvious spelling, grammar mistake I cannot fix.
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People should be able to reconsider their thoughts. Perhaps a notation that an answer or question has been edited or changed could be added... And it wouldn't hurt to add spellchek to AB.
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That's an interesting thought. I've answered a few questions which were a little unclear so it was difficult to give good advice. The questions were then edited to something different so that the answers which had been given were no longer relevant. I think maybe the question should have the ability to show a small correction or clarification, similar to the current comment section on the answers. For answers, I really have no strong feelings either way.
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Why Not - I've made simple mistakes and gone back and fixed them - This isn't a test
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I don't think you should be able to edit the questions. It screws people up. But I think you should always be able to back and fix comments and answers. I make mistakes all the time and I would love to be able to fix them. And spell check. I desperately need spell check on here.
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yes
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