SCA Features Update Thread

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As you've gone through the site over the past couple of weeks you may have noticed things appearing and disappearing or changes to different site features. We've made some radical changes here since the jump from the old Trader's Arena, including the name change. Starting fresh with a forum like this is never easy and is bound to have some hiccups along the way......Our apologies for the hiccups I think they are pretty much worked out now. The entire Staff thanks you for your understanding and support during the transition.
When we first opened this site all we really knew was that we wanted to create a place where members don't have to worry about all the hassles of on-line trading. A friendly place yet focused on quality no nonsense membership. I think that together the members and staff (past & present) here have accomplished that. My personal thanks to one and all! :congrats:
Now, moving forward over the next couple of weeks, I will be continually working on features for SCA to enhance not only the user friendly aspect to the site but to make the site overall more interactive for members. Occasionally you'll see something new that disappears after a bit or comes and goes. This is generally a feature being configured and tested before being announced. I will always announce a new feature or change in the features in this thread when testing is complete. Whenever possible I will try and provide a quick how to of the new feature or where to find the instructions and screenshots if requested. I will also try to answer any questions as best I can. As always, if you have a suggestion or would like to see an addition to the forums or site, feel free to contact me with a PM or post here.
Watch this thread for updates.

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SCA Shoutbox
If you click on the Forums tab in the navbar you are taken to the Forums page on SCA. At the top of the page, under the navbar, you'll see either a thin bluish banner that says SCA Shoutbox or, if you have the box already expanded, you'll see the entire Shoutbox. You can use this nifty little box to post instant chat conversations or a quick private message conversation. Drop a hint for someone or just spout off....keep it clean! All posts are monitored by staff and offensive posts will be removed. Users can also be banned from the Shoutbox for violating site rules or posting offensive comments. Just don't say anything you wouldn't say to your mother and you'll be fine...............Enjoy!

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Latest Sports Headlines
Also found on the Forums page if you look to the left side of the page you'll see two boxes. If you don't see 2 boxes, then you need to click the large double arrow near the top, to the left of the forums. One box for 5 most recent posts on the boards and directly below that a box with a sports news ticker. You'll see a button on the bottom of that ticker to browse through all the latest news in a wide variety of sports across the world. Just click on a headline and get the rest of the story.

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Your Posts & Threads
Need to find an old thread you created or a specific post you made? On the Forums page, just under the main navbar, you will see a row of links to different places on SCA. Find the link that says My Posts and click on it. From there you can go to your threads or posts that you have on the boards......just click which one.

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iTrader
iTrader is the feedback system we use here at SCA. But it's much more than just a feedback tool. You can access the iTrader system by clicking the link found on the Forums page under the main navbar. From there you can select from several features that are available to all members.

By choosing the iTrader link in the drop down menu, you'll be taken to the site feedback page where you'll find various statistics, top traders, recent feedback ratings. It's pretty much an informational page but you can search by member name there to see any members feedback rating.
Next is the Browse All Members link. This shows you all the members using the iTrader system. I have created a sample listing as an example that you should find on the page.
Following that is the Find A Customer link. This will show you anyone who is looking for what you are selling using the iTrader system. I have created a sample listing there as well. The search terms seem to be pretty broad so wants and sells don't have to say the same thing to match.
Next you'll see the Find A Seller link. This shows you everyone who has something posted for sale using the itrader system.
Your Options lets you post an item in the iTrader system for sale or wanting to buy. Deals should be posted in the Trade Forums!
Your iTrader Profile shows you your feedback and statistics here on SCA.

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Help Promote SCA Across The Web!
You can help promote SCA on your web pages, in your photobucket, or just about anywhere. Several of you have asked for a banner to post on your pages and here it is:

Simply save the image to your computer and stick it in your photobucket or any where else you can!
You can make the banner clickable and a referral link on your site or web page by using this html code:
<a href="http://www.sportscardarena.com/index.php?referrerid=1"><img src="http://www.sportscardarena.com/scaimages/htmlbanner.jpg" title="Sports Card Arena" alt="Sports Card Arena"/></a>
To receive proper credit for referrals from your banner, be sure to change the number after referrerid= to your user number. This can be found by clicking on the User CP link on the Home Page and looking at your Referral Information. If you don't change the number, I'll get the credit for your referrals!

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SCA Market System
I have added a new feature called The Market. Just click the tab in the navbar that says "Market" and you're on your way to giving back some of those points you've earned on SCA in exchange for some little features throughout the site. I have other items available for purchase that I'll be adding in a little at a time. For now, just click on the tab and look through the Market system and see what you can do with it. Please Note: You do have to buy access to the Donation History, Gift Market, Gambling/Lottery, and Stolen Point History sections of the Market. When stealing points there is a 66% chance that you will be successful in stealing!
I look for this to be a running feature with more items being added on a regular basis. Have a look around and enjoy! As always, let me know if anyone is having problems with this feature and I'll see what I can do to help.

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New Forum
It seems like one of our users has taken the opportunity in the Market and created a new Forum called "PC Pleas". You can use this forum to post a plea for pc items giving you extra exposure over posting for wants in the regular trade forums. Please use this for PC (Personal Collection) wants only. All posts and threads will be moderated just like a regular forum. You can find the new forum in the Collectors Corner section on the Forums page. Looks like Natty got a deal on that one!...the price was supposed to read 150,000.00.... it has been corrected

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the market is pretty cool