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How to report a user on Discord

Toby Grey — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:30:00 +0000

On Discord servers, it is not uncommon to come across messages or content that are not appropriate and violate community guidelines and rules. When these violations occur, you can choose to report the Discord user or the entire server.

You can report these users or servers to the server moderators or Discord's trust and safety team, respectively.

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What To Report On Discord

You should only report a user or server on Discord when they exhibit behavior that violates Discord terms of service or is against the law. Reporting people shouldn't be for reasons such as cheating or differences in personal opinions. Before choosing to submit a report, go through Discord's community guidelines.

To report someone on Discord, you must provide evidence of their inappropriate behavior.

If the message you want to report breaches one or more of the guidelines, you can go ahead and file your report.

Some of the reasons that warrant reporting a Discord user are:

Sending malware to other users or shared servers
Child pornography/ sexualization of a minor
Trading of illegal substances
Targeted harassment, hate speech, and bullying
Animal cruelty
Spamming messages or friend requests
Sharing explicit images without consent
Behavior that promotes suicide and self-harm
Threatening other users

How To Report Someone To A Discord Server Moderator

You must first reach out to your server's moderator if you want to report a person on Discord. Every server has a moderator(s). This may be the creator of the server or a team of people.

To know if someone is a moderator, click their name and check out their profile. They usually have 'Moderator' or 'Admin' in their roles. Different servers might have various titles for the same role. Server owners usually have crowns next to their names.

Once you're able to find a moderator, send them direct messages. Talk about the person you want to report and the reason behind it.

You'll have to provide evidence of the offending message or content to the moderator.

You can send a screenshot of the details or a message link.

If the moderator does not do anything about your report, you can report the user to the Discord team.

How To Report Someone on Discord (Desktop)

Step 1: Turn on Developer mode.

To do this, launch the Discord desktop app or log in to your account on the website. Click the gear icon at the bottom of the page to open user settings.

On the resulting screen, scroll down to app settings and select 'Advanced.'

If the developer mode slider is grey, click on it to enable developer mode.

Step 2: Return to the specific message you want to report to Discord.

Right-click on the username of the sender of the message you want to report. Choose copy ID from the drop-down menu.

Step 3: Copy the message.

From the options shown on the right, click on the three dots shaped button.

From the resulting dropdown menu, click copy message link. You can paste this into an empty document and label it correctly.

Next, right-click on the same message and the dots shaped button. Click on copy ID from the dropdown menu shown. This is the message ID.

Step 4: Copy Server ID

Click on the icon for the server on the left side of your screen and right-click on it. Select copy ID to copy the server ID.

Step 5: Submit the Report

To complete this process, open the Discord support website in your web browser. Choose "submit a report" from the options at the top of the image.

On the resulting page, click on the text field below 'What can we help you with?' Select Trust & Safety from the dropdown menu shown.

Next, click on the dropdown under 'How can we help?'. Choose the option that agrees with why you're reporting the user: "report abuse or harassment, report spam, or report other issue."

This will open up a branching menu leading to the appearance of several other question fields. Fill them with the appropriate information. Paste the message link copied earlier in the 'Message link' text field.

In the 'Description' box, paste the message ID, user ID, and server ID. Add any other relevant details to the description box and submit the form. You can add a screenshot of the message in the attachments field also.

How To Report Someone on Discord (iPhone & Android)

Step 1: Open the Discord mobile app and go into user settings.

You do this by tapping on the three lines at the top of the left sidebar of the interface. Then click on the profile icon at the bottom right corner.

Scroll down the resulting page and click on 'Appearance.' Turn on the developer mode slider in 'Advanced.'

On an Android device, scroll down to 'App settings,' click on 'Behavior' and toggle the developer mode slider.

Step 2: Tap on their icon to open the user's profile.

Tap the three dots in the upper-right corner of the screen and then select 'Copy ID.'

To get the message link, go to the message and then tap and hold on it. On an iPhone, select "Copy Message Link." On an Android phone, select "Share" and then "Copy to clipboard."

You can send the link to the Trust and Safety team at Discord for evaluation. You can do so by visiting the Discord support website. When filling out your report, paste the two IDs into the "Description" box, and provide some additional details about your report.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when you report a user on Discord?

The Discord Trust & Safety team looks at the data you provided and collects the best information possible. These investigations focus mainly on reported messages. It could expand if a more serious violation of Discord's terms is found in the report.

How to report someone on Discord's desktop app?

You can report a user on the Discord desktop application by following the steps outlined in the article above.

Can you report someone on Discord?

Yes, you can report someone's behavior on Discord if you find it inappropriate or in violation of Discord's guidelines.

What is a Discord server?

A server is a collection of persistent chatrooms and voice channels created by specific communities and groups.

How to report scams on Discord?

The steps required to report a scam are the same as for other guideline breaches. Follow the steps in the article above to file a Discord report about a user.

Can I block someone on Discord?

If a person hasn't done anything that warrants reporting them, you can still avoid interaction by blocking their profile. This will disable them from being able to contact you through a private chat or on a server.

Discord report form?

You can access this on the Discord support website in your web browser. Follow the steps outlined above to fill out a report.

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How to boot up a PS4 in safe mode

Toby Grey — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0000

If your Playstation 4 is malfunctioning, you might want to start it in safe mode to troubleshoot whatever issues you're trying to resolve.

Safe mode allows you to start your PS4 with only the most basic functions. The options in the safe mode menu are designed to help you solve issues by rebuilding the console storage database, changing your resolution, or restoring the console to its factory settings.

When booting a PS4 in safe mode, note that some options will result in data loss. It is advisable to back up your data before going through with this process. You can back up to cloud storage, an external hard drive, or a USB storage device.

Also, ensure your USB ports are working properly before launching your PlayStation 4 console in safe mode. You will need to sync your controller using a USB cable after starting your PS4 in safe mode.

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How To Boot Your PlayStation 4 in Safe Mode

Sony PlayStation 4 and a DualShock 4 controller. Image source: Sony

The following steps will help you boot your PlayStation 4 console in safe mode:

Step 1: Turn off your console by holding the power button for three seconds. The power indicator will blink a few times, after which the console will power down.

Sony PlayStation 4 Slim. Image source: Sony

Step 2: Press and hold the power button for about seven seconds. You will hear two beeps. When you hear the second beep, release the button.

You should see a message telling you to 'Connect DUALSHOCK 4 using the USB cable and then press the PS button'.

Step 3: Connect your DualShock 4 controller with a USB cable and press the PS button on the center of the controller.

DualShock 4 controller. Image source: Sony

Step 4: You should see the safe mode menu screen.

What Does Safe Mode Do?

The safe mode menu screen will display eight safe mode options.

Restart System

This option ends Safe Mode and reboots the PS4 console normally.

Change Resolution

This option is useful for resolving screen issues. It changes the display resolution to 480p when the PS4 console is restarted.

You might encounter problems with HDMI connections between your PlayStation 4 console and TV, such as a mismatched resolution. After ending safe mode, you can switch to the proper resolution in the Settings menu.

Update System Software

This allows you to update system software manually via direct download, a USB storage device, or a disc.

You'll find this option useful when you can't use the universal method to update the system software. Updating PS4 system software can fix a lot of bugs and software problems.

Restore Default Settings

This option restores the PS4 system factory settings. Restoring default settings won't delete content on console storage such as games, apps, screenshots, video clips, and saved data. Only settings like the date, time, etcetera would be reset with this option.

Rebuild Database

This option scans your PS4 drive and creates a new database of all content on the system. It helps clean your PS4 data and make your PS4 run a little faster by reorganizing the content on your PS4 drive.

It is useful if you're experiencing system feature issues like PS4 games freezing, frame rate drops, or a game icon remaining on Home after it has been deleted.

The rebuild database option may take a lot of time depending on the type and number of data items on the device.

Initialize PS4

This option deletes all user data and restores the PS4 console to its original state(factory defaults). It will erase your PS4 game data, captured images, and other content, including your system settings. Your current software will not be deleted.

Make sure you back up to an external hard drive, USB storage device, or cloud storage before selecting this option.

Initialize PS4 (Reinstall System Software):

This option deletes all user data and also removes PlayStation 4 firmware. It restores your PlayStation 4 to its original state.

Back up your data to an external hard drive, USB drive, or cloud storage before selecting this option.

Set HDCP Mode (PS4 Pro only)

HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is a form of digital copy protection developed by Intel Corporation. It was designed to prevent copying digital audio and video content as it travels across connections.

It encrypts the contents of high-quality digital content sent from a video source, such as a computer, to a receiver such as a television screen. If your PlayStation 4 Pro console is connected to a 4K TV that doesn't support HDCP 2.2, it may not be able to display an image when playing 4K games or 4K video streaming. To see an image, choose this setting and select [2. HDCP 1.40 Only] on the next screen.

This may limit video resolution to 1080p. This happens because a 4K image can only be displayed when HDCP 2.2 is supported by all connected devices, including the display device, HDMI cables, and any A/V amplifier or home cinema system that may be connected. This option is only available on the PlayStation 4 Pro console.

How To Get PS4 Out Of Safe Mode

Your PlayStation 4 can get stuck in a safe mode loop. This will not allow your console to boot in normal mode. If you encounter this issue, follow these troubleshooting steps to try to get your console out of safe mode:

Reboot your PS4

Connect your PS4 controller to the PlayStation console using a USB charging cable to access safe mode menu. Press 'X' on the controller to choose the restart system option.

If the console still boots in safe mode, try the next method.

Ensure there are no power issues

Check all the cables, including your USB and HDMI connections, and ensure they are working properly.

You can try unplugging your PlayStation 4's power cable and plugging it back in. You can also unplug the HDMI cable and switch the ends of the cable. Use the end of the HDMI cable that was plugged into your PlayStation 4 and plug it into your TV. Take the end of the HDMI cable that was plugged into your TV and plug it into your PlayStation 4.

If one of the cables or connections is broken or failing, try replacing it. If the cables and connections are working normally, try power cycling your console.

How To Power cycle Your PlayStation 4 Console

Turn off the PS4 completely by holding down the power button, then remove the hard drive disk and try to turn it back on.

Turn it off completely again, take out the power cable and leave the system alone for 20 minutes.

Reinstall the hard drive disk, and try to restart it in safe mode.

Update PS4 System Software

To update system software using the Internet:

Connect your PlayStation to the Internet using a Wi-Fi or LAN cable.

Select Update System Software on the safe mode menu.

If you're unable to establish an Internet connection, do these instead:

Get a USB drive with at least 375MB of free space.

Create a folder named 'PS4'. Inside that folder, create another named 'Update.'

Download the update file from the PlayStation website. Move the downloaded files to the 'Update' folder.
Rename the file as PS4UPDATE.PUP.

Plug the USB drive into a USB port on your PlayStation

Select Update System Software on the safe mode menu.

The updates will take a while to install. If the console is still in a safe mode loop after completion, try the next method.

Rebuild Your Database

Connect your PlayStation to the Internet using a Wi-Fi or LAN cable.

Select Rebuild Database on the safe mode menu. The process will take a considerable amount of time.

Restart your PS4 once you complete the process.

This option will not result in the loss of saved files. It does not fix any hard disk issues on the system. It finds any corrupted data that could be the source of the problem and replaces them.

If it is still booting in safe mode, try the next recommendation.

Initialize PS4 (Reinstall System Software)

Get a USB drive with at least 375MB of free space.

Create a folder named 'PS4'. Inside that folder, make another named 'Update.'

Download the update file from the PlayStation website.
Move the downloaded files to the 'Update' folder.
Rename the file as PS4UPDATE.PUP

Plug the USB drive into a USB port on your PlayStation

Select Initialize PS4 (Reinstall System Software) on the safe mode menu.

Follow the instructions displayed on your screen and wait for the updates to finish installing.

This option will delete all user data and remove PlayStation 4 firmware. It restores your PlayStation 4 to factory settings.

If this doesn't work, then the problem might not be one you can fix yourself. You can consider sending in your PS4 for repairs.

FAQs

PS4 Safe mode is not working?

Make sure you connect all cables properly. If they are and you still can't boot in safe mode, visit the PlayStation Fix and Replace website for additional help.

How Do I get my PS4 out of safe mode?

You can quickly exit Safe Mode by choosing the restart system option in the safe mode menu options. If the safe mode loop persists, follow the steps outlined in the article above.

Why won't my PS4 go into Safe Mode?

Try power cycling to resolve this issue.

My controller won't connect using Safe Mode.

The cable you're using for the connection might be the cause of this issue. Simply try a different one until one works. It is advisable to use the cable that comes with your console. Ensure you're using a data transfer cable, not just a charging one.

If the controller is not charging at all, then there might be an issue with the port of the console or a hardware issue.

PS4 stuck in safe mode fix?

Try restarting your console from the safe mode menu. If the loop persists, check the article above for steps to fix the problem.

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Samsung M8 smart monitor review

Christian de Looper — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:30:00 +0000

Computers and computer monitors are finally getting more consumer-friendly and more fun. A large part of that has to do with Apple's release of the colorful iMac, and the new all-encompassing Studio Display. Samsung has certainly taken note, with the release of the colorful new M8, which takes the previous-generation M7, offers some extra features, lots of colors to choose from, and more.

The M8 is also...much more affordable than Apple's Studio Display. While the Studio Display is a solid product, it also comes at $1,600 -- which puts it out of reach for many. The M8 is less than half of that, coming at $730. Sure, it's still not a cheap product, but it's not unreasonably expensive either, at least on paper.

But does the Samsung M8 smart monitor do enough to warrant that price? After all, the Studio Display isn't its only competition, and much of the rest of the market is even cheaper than it. I've been using the Samsung M8 smart monitor for a while now to find out.

Samsung M8 Monitor

The Samsung M8 monitor is a killer to-it-all monitor that offers an excellent image quality and doesn't break the bank.

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Pros

Good image quality
All-in-one
Comes with webcam and microphone
4K resolution
Lots of smart features

Cons

Speakers are only fine
Build could be better

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$699.99

Best Buy

$699.99

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Your liver is always less than three years old or younger

Joshua Hawkins — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 03:16:00 +0000

The liver is an amazing organ. Not only is it capable of regenerating itself to repair damage from toxins, like alcohol, but the liver apparently never ages, either.

According to new research, the liver is almost always just under three years old. The concept of liver age has been a medical conundrum for decades. Studying animal livers has yet to offer any kind of answer, so scientists with TU Dresden looked at human livers to try to discern more about our body’s filter.

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Here’s the amazing reason why Thor: Love and Thunder has space goats

Chris Smith — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 01:44:00 +0000

Thor: Love and Thunder arrives on July 8th, with Marvel having hosted the red carpet premiere a few days ago. On the red carpet, all of the stars of Love and Thunder discussed the film ahead of its premiere next week. That includes Star-Lord, aka Chris Pratt, who shared a surprising detail about the space goats we’ll see in Thor: Love and Thunder.

It’s a minor spoiler for the film that explains the silly reason space goats drive Thor (Chris Hemsworth) around in that boat. If you’re dying to know, you should know that some spoilers will follow. But they won’t ruin your Love and Thunder experience.

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The Roku Channel is adding 22 free movies in July – here’s the full list

Jacob Siegal — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 00:12:00 +0000

Every month, streaming services add dozens of new TV shows and movies to their libraries. They do this in order to keep their subscribers around and entice new ones into signing up. But no matter how exciting these additions may be, there are far too many services for any of us to subscribe to them all. Thankfully, paid services aren’t the only choices -- many free alternatives have started popping up all over. One of the best options is The Roku Channel, and the service is adding a bunch of free movies to its library in July.

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Watch MIT’s fascinating little robot lightning bugs take flight

Joshua Hawkins — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 23:10:00 +0000

Fireflies are one of the best parts of warm summer nights. The dancing, flickering lights of these tiny bugs have enamored people for centuries. Now, a group of scientists at MIT have created robot lightning bugs inspired by nature. Not only can these robots fly, but they also emit light. Just like real-life fireflies.

From performing simple tasks to helping explore the Moon, humans have found many uses for robots. But what could robots the size of an insect do? Well, the possibilities, as it turns out, are quite endless.

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5 lesser-known iPhone features you probably haven’t discovered yet

Andy Meek — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:08:00 +0000

Apple launched the first iPhone 15 years ago this week, kicking off a new chapter in the mobile revolution and cementing the preeminence of a piece of consumer hardware that would dominate Apple's fortunes for the next decade and beyond. Notwithstanding how long some of you have been iPhone users, though, the handsets are so feature-rich now thanks to Apple's iterative iOS releases that -- unless you follow all this for a living -- there must just be tons of things your iPhone can do that you don't even realize.

What's more, Apple doesn't always make a big deal about heralding every single iPhone feature tucked away in new iOS releases. Some of them you either find by accident or you manage to hear about from someone or someplace else.

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Stranger Things creators tease their unannounced spinoff series

Jacob Siegal — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:06:00 +0000

This Friday, the final two episodes of Stranger Things 4 will start streaming on Netflix. Series creators Matt and Ross Duffer have already confirmed that this is the penultimate season of the show, with the story set to end in season 5. But that won't be the end of the franchise. At least one Stranger Things spinoff is already in the works, and while Netflix has yet to officially announce it, the Duffer brothers are starting to share some details.

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Thor: Love and Thunder plot leaks in full, teasing a tragic twist

Chris Smith — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 20:17:00 +0000

We’re less than two weeks from the Thor: Love and Thunder premiere, a movie that might have much lower stakes than the previous MCU films but might turn out to be more entertaining to fans. It also helps that the full Thor: Love and Thunder plot didn't leak months early like with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Spider-Man: No Way Home.

These are the MCU movies that preceded Thor 4, delivering two big but imperfect multiverse stories that might impact the overarching storyline more than Love and Thunder will. But that doesn’t mean Thor 4 won’t have its own share of tragedy.

Marvel hosted the Love and Thunder red carpet premiere last week. And while we didn’t see any big Thor 4 plot spoilers before the premiere, everything leaked online after the event. Mind you, legitimate Love and Thunder spoilers will follow below.

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