Popcorn or dustbin?

[maz]

Am I the only one who dislikes the use of the ‘popcorn’ reaction to threads?

All the other reaction options are positive. Not only does the ‘popcorn’ look like a dustbin, it seems to generally be used in that context as well.

Fully expecting an incoming volley of ‘popcorn’ reactions.

 

[Bessy765]

Probably keep it for some of the EU leaders as it will get sticky before long.

 

[Two on Tour]

The popcorn icon in my view is richly deserved from time to time for some posts in threads and a way of showing your opinion without resorting to a holiday in a midlands city.

 

[Janine]

 

[David and Sally]

You predicted correctly. Popcorn icon added

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[maz]

The popcorn icon in my view is richly deserved from time to time for some posts in threads and a way of showing your opinion without resorting to a holiday in a midlands city.

So it is used as a negative reaction. I’m sure I remember a post from Jim a while back saying he only wanted positive feedback on posts.

 

[Two on Tour]

So it is used as a negative reaction. I’m sure I remember a post from Jim a while back saying he only wanted positive feedback on posts.

So in your view what does the popcorn icon represent ? a positive reaction to a post ? and if so please explain.

 

[68c]

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Not seen these icons before. I completely misread it, thought it was a love story gone wrong.
From left to right;
Met someone
Liked them
Yes, really like them
Having a great time
Chatted and swapped info
All is wonderful
Suddenly dumped
Broken hearted.

So what are they all about?

 

[DiggerJon]

I'm a bit lost here. I know I'm a bit behind the times, but what is "popcorn" if it is not that horrible smelly stuff that people stuff into their face in the cinema (at least my memory isn't failing - yet!).

 

[Swifter]

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[Red Sonja]

That's the first time I've noticed it Maz. Posts I dislike I normally ignore. Maybe they will have popcorn added.

 

[cmcardle75]

I'm a bit lost here. I know I'm a bit behind the times, but what is "popcorn" if it is not that horrible smelly stuff that people stuff into their face in the cinema (at least my memory isn't failing - yet!).

It is used to indicate that you believe that there is going to be a fight that will be sufficiently amusing and long lasting to watch that it is worth eating popcorn whilst watching. Typically indicated by a GIF of Michael Jackson eating popcorn in a cinema.

Usually used when a controversial, but frequently discussed, topic is brought up, such as dumping grey water in fields, or FLTs getting tables out on the seafront and staying for three weeks.

 

[fullfat]

This is Fun

 

[Swifter]

It is used to indicate that you believe that there is going to be a fight that will be sufficiently amusing and long lasting to watch that it is worth eating popcorn whilst watching. Typically indicated by a GIF of Michael Jackson eating popcorn in a cinema.

Usually used when a controversial, but frequently discussed, topic is brought up, such as dumping grey water in fields, or FLTs getting tables out on the seafront and staying for three weeks.

Awnings
Food grade hose
Aqua roll
Wastemaster Etc
All make good popcorn threads .

 

[Gromett]

Awnings
Food grade hose
Aqua roll
Wastemaster Etc
All make good popcorn threads .

Toilet threads usually produce some amusing posts. When you see it coming the popcorn one is worth giving

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[fullfat]

It is used to indicate that you believe that there is going to be a fight that will be sufficiently amusing and long lasting to watch that it is worth eating popcorn whilst watching. Typically indicated by a GIF of Michael Jackson eating popcorn in a cinema.

Usually used when a controversial, but frequently discussed, topic is brought up, such as dumping grey water in fields, or FLTs getting tables out on the seafront and staying for three weeks.

Why do you have to bring Lenny HB into this ?

 

[maz]

So in your view what does the popcorn icon represent ? a positive reaction to a post ? and if so please explain.

No, I don’t see it as a positive reaction to a post at all. I understand its use in threads that have been done many times before and are likely to run and run eg. grey water dribbling (deliberate pun ).

However, more and more lately I have noticed it being used as a reaction to posts to which this does not even vaguely apply. It seems to be used more in a dismissive sense, and effectively as a ‘dislike’ button.

 

[joe and sue]

I always thought that it was meant as a light-hearted response !!

 

[scally]

Ive always thought it meant 'bored,get the popcorn out

 

[M-J]

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[Sapper520]

I can only get the ‘like’ thumbs up. How do you get the others?

 

[phase3begins]

Get used to it. In a few years folk will have forgotten how to write and all communication will be by emoji.

 

[Sapper520]

Get used to it. In a few years folk will have forgotten how to write and all communication will be by emoji.

 

[Geo]

I can only get the ‘like’ thumbs up. How do you get the others?

Dont be so quick to click the thumbs up, just hover over it a second or two and the others will pop up

 

[Sapper520]

Nope.....that didn’t work......or am I just heavy fingered?

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[cmcardle75]

I still think we need a "groan" version for the jokes.

 

[Taran_Las]

I still think we need a "groan" version for the jokes.

(Close)

 

[Two on Tour]

I could have done with this one a few times in the past.

 

[Figaro]

I thought that icon was to bin a thread
Didn`t realise it was supposed to be popcorn

 

[Mrsambulancekidd]

I don't think it's a negative response, I tend to use it when I can see a good old banter is going to kick off.

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