New users already have a wait period before posting. I have a fat pile of new user posts to approve/deny, I usually ignore those.
I agree the long tek threads need better OP formatting.
I can put a banner up about the search bar, but it will be directly below the search bar… The same person that doesn’t use the search bar will probably ignore the banner.
I’m all ears on a FAQ section.
Lastly, this forum is and always will be free and ad free. If you guys want it to be a better place, step up and make it a better place. Being a leader here is proving to have many real world benefits. Obnoxiously redirect repeat posts to the search bar, and maybe link a couple relevant threads. Shame people for posting without sear hing first