Practical Tips for Making the Most of the Platform
  • Choose topics carefully. Try asking specific questions that address areas where opinions truly differ. For example, instead of broadly asking, Is the Israeli government a violator of human rights? consider more focused questions like, Who was primarily responsible for the food shortage in Gaza during the 2024 military operation? or Is it valid to compare Hamas's attack on Oct. 7 to the slave revolts in the U.S.?
  • Use nested topics when necessary. Try organizing discussions better by using nested topics. For example, when addressing a complex issue such as abortion, it is beneficial to make references to related topics such as the existence of God, which ties into religious views on abortion. Nested topics help prevent any single page from becoming overloaded with excessive information.
  • Verify sources during evaluations. The platform primarily relies on users to assess the authenticity of the information presented within arguments. When evaluating an argument, ensure to (i) verify whether any claims made within the argument requires external references, and (ii) if so, assess whether the argument submitter has adequately provided such references.
  • Include one point per argument. Each argument should focus on a single point. If you have multiple reasons supporting a viewpoint, please submit them separately. This approach keeps the content more organized and streamlines the process of identifying top arguments, which is the platform's primary objective.
  • Include responses to common counters in your argument. Before submitting an argument, thoroughly research common counterarguments and address them in your initial submission. This proactive approach helps prevent your argument from being easily undermined by a counterargument presented soon after.
  • Prioritize easy-to-understand arguments. When evaluating arguments, down-weight complex or convoluted ones. This is because, first, an argument isn't helpful if it's difficult to understand, and second, convoluted and obfuscating arguments may involve falsification.
  • Always use soft and scientific language. When writing an argument or counter, always use soft and scientific language. While it may initially require some effort and self-restraint, you'll soon recognize the significant positive impact it has on the overall user experience.

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