Pet Peeves Of E-Mail
I came across this post over on Lily's blog and felt the message was worth repeating. Now before I give you MY list I want to say that I've been just as guilty of many of these as most of you probably have. However, at some point you should get a clue that not everything needs to be forwarded or sent to EVERY person in your address book. I love getting e-mail (see my profile) but sometimes a little common sense should be used.
OK, so here's my e-mail pet peeves, in no particular order:
1.) Not using the BCC function of addressing an e-mail.
1a.) Not using "copy and paste" function when forwarding an e-mail.
Receiving an e-mail that is mostly headers of who it's been sent to is not only annoying, but can also spell trouble for someone looking for new e-mail addresses to send SPAM to. I'd rather not have my name or e-mail address sent along to people I don't know when you send an e-mail to me or forward something I sent to you.
2.) Forwarding the same old jokes or stories over and over.
Some things are worth repeating. Most are not. Newbies to the internet tend to do this most (I know I did, much to the dismay of my more seasoned friends and family) not realizing we've seen or heard 98% of what is forwarded. Sometimes we still send this stuff out, but at least preface it with our own comments as to why this is being sent around again, which can ease the frustration.
3.) Including attachments or links without even the simplest explanation.
In this day of viruses and hi-jacked addresses, it's important to explain why/what you're sending. I generally don't click on links without knowing what to expect.
4.) Images that have not been edited down in size.
I may be one of the few who still uses dial-up, so it's really time consuming to wait for an image that turns out to be 10 times the size of my screen or worse, not worth my time.
5.) Empty subject lines.
It's a lot easier to file, sort or search for an e-mail that has been given a title/subject. This also helps me prioritize important e-mails when crucnched for time.
6.) Petitions or warnings that have not first been verified for accuracy.
Petitons that list lots of personal information asking to be forwarded somewhere, are rarely if ever useful to anyone other than for identity theft. And untrue or exaggerated warnings just add to the panic, often without grounds or facts to back them up. Try Snopes before you send that next warning.
7.) Forwarding an e-mail back to me.
If I sent it to you, I've already seen it and don't need another copy filling up my inbox.
8.) Replies that don't include some reference to the original e-mail.
This is opposite of #7. If you're going to reply, at least mention part of the original e-mail so I know what the heck you're talking about. This combined with #5 is a sure fire way to end up in the junk folder, and I might miss what you had to say.
9.) Adult content/pictures without a warning in the subject line.
I keep my computer out in the open in my house, and opening an unexpected e-mail that is inappropriate for my children's eyes will always piss me off.
10.) "Getting to know your friends" or similair "information requested" e-mails that are unoriginal, especially if we've known each other for some time.
These can be lots of fun to send and receive, but if we've known each other and already know the "basics" then how 'bout you try to make it interesting and add some questions that are not boring repeats of the same old thing.
11.) Day or Week "events" that never seem to end.
OK, so just how many "Girlfriend" days or "Friendship" weeks are there each month???
Do you have any e-mail pet peeves?
OK, so here's my e-mail pet peeves, in no particular order:
1.) Not using the BCC function of addressing an e-mail.
1a.) Not using "copy and paste" function when forwarding an e-mail.
Receiving an e-mail that is mostly headers of who it's been sent to is not only annoying, but can also spell trouble for someone looking for new e-mail addresses to send SPAM to. I'd rather not have my name or e-mail address sent along to people I don't know when you send an e-mail to me or forward something I sent to you.
2.) Forwarding the same old jokes or stories over and over.
Some things are worth repeating. Most are not. Newbies to the internet tend to do this most (I know I did, much to the dismay of my more seasoned friends and family) not realizing we've seen or heard 98% of what is forwarded. Sometimes we still send this stuff out, but at least preface it with our own comments as to why this is being sent around again, which can ease the frustration.
3.) Including attachments or links without even the simplest explanation.
In this day of viruses and hi-jacked addresses, it's important to explain why/what you're sending. I generally don't click on links without knowing what to expect.
4.) Images that have not been edited down in size.
I may be one of the few who still uses dial-up, so it's really time consuming to wait for an image that turns out to be 10 times the size of my screen or worse, not worth my time.
5.) Empty subject lines.
It's a lot easier to file, sort or search for an e-mail that has been given a title/subject. This also helps me prioritize important e-mails when crucnched for time.
6.) Petitions or warnings that have not first been verified for accuracy.
Petitons that list lots of personal information asking to be forwarded somewhere, are rarely if ever useful to anyone other than for identity theft. And untrue or exaggerated warnings just add to the panic, often without grounds or facts to back them up. Try Snopes before you send that next warning.
7.) Forwarding an e-mail back to me.
If I sent it to you, I've already seen it and don't need another copy filling up my inbox.
8.) Replies that don't include some reference to the original e-mail.
This is opposite of #7. If you're going to reply, at least mention part of the original e-mail so I know what the heck you're talking about. This combined with #5 is a sure fire way to end up in the junk folder, and I might miss what you had to say.
9.) Adult content/pictures without a warning in the subject line.
I keep my computer out in the open in my house, and opening an unexpected e-mail that is inappropriate for my children's eyes will always piss me off.
10.) "Getting to know your friends" or similair "information requested" e-mails that are unoriginal, especially if we've known each other for some time.
These can be lots of fun to send and receive, but if we've known each other and already know the "basics" then how 'bout you try to make it interesting and add some questions that are not boring repeats of the same old thing.
11.) Day or Week "events" that never seem to end.
OK, so just how many "Girlfriend" days or "Friendship" weeks are there each month???
Do you have any e-mail pet peeves?
posted by Zette at 7:45 AM
3 Comments:
Zette we have the same peeves! I also hate the ones where you have to forward on to 7 friends otherwise you'll turn into a pumpkin!
Yeah, those chain e-mails are very annoying too...I guess I forgot that one!
Like Bill Gates is going to send me money or something is gonna magically appear just because I forwarded some stupid chain letter!
Sheesh!!!
I hate any forwarded emails that are 'inspirational'. Actually, I hate ALL forwarded emails. I wish people would just STOP! Those forwarded emails are exactly how our email addresses get on so many spam lists!! grrr! :)
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