Topic: Blocking as a standard feature

It would be nice to be able to block those traders that look for under valued cards based on deckbox's pricing and propose borderline if not outright scuzzy trades, I'd like to ensure I will never trade with them in the future. Seems like this could be a standard feature as trading itself is also a standard feature.

Thoughts?

Last edited by Calgary_Trade_MTG (2021-04-30 02:55:43)

Re: Blocking as a standard feature

Calgary_Trade_MTG wrote:

It would be nice to be able to block those traders that look for under valued cards based on deckbox's pricing and propose borderline if not outright scuzzy trades, I'd like to ensure I will never trade with them in the future. Seems like this could be a standard feature as trading itself is also a standard feature.

I feel like I may be misunderstanding what you're proposing. Blocking is already an available feature, and that stops someone from proposing trades with you. It also prevents you from accidentally proposing trades with someone you were wanting to avoid.

I just tested it out on a couple users who have cards in my wishlist. Blocked them and they disappeared from Trading Opportunities, unblocked them and they came back.

Last edited by meldon44 (2021-04-30 05:55:24)

Re: Blocking as a standard feature

meldon44 wrote:
Calgary_Trade_MTG wrote:

It would be nice to be able to block those traders that look for under valued cards based on deckbox's pricing and propose borderline if not outright scuzzy trades, I'd like to ensure I will never trade with them in the future. Seems like this could be a standard feature as trading itself is also a standard feature.

I feel like I may be misunderstanding what you're proposing. Blocking is already an available feature, and that stops someone from proposing trades with you. It also prevents you from accidentally proposing trades with someone you were wanting to avoid.

I just tested it out on a couple users who have cards in my wishlist. Blocked them and they disappeared from Trading Opportunities, unblocked them and they came back.

The topic is about blocking as a standard feature, meaning not just a premium feature.

Re: Blocking as a standard feature

Calgary_Trade_MTG wrote:

The topic is about blocking as a standard feature, meaning not just a premium feature.

Ah, I apologize, that wasn't clear. "Non-premium" is probably a better wording for the title than "standard".

In any case, you're totally right. Back when I had a non-premium account, I had always seen the "Block" link over there on the left and always just assumed I could do it, since it didn't have a premium icon next to it. But nope! Not available.  :\

In which case, I totally agree with your position on the matter. Even not considering trading, any website that allows community interactions (friending, messaging, profiles, commenting) should include blocking as one of its most basic features, to ensure all users can interact safely and comfortably. The fact that business transactions (i.e. trading) can also be completed, which are far more important to keep safe than simple social interactions, only increases the importance of a blocking feature for all users.

Re: Blocking as a standard feature

meldon44 wrote:
Calgary_Trade_MTG wrote:

The topic is about blocking as a standard feature, meaning not just a premium feature.

Ah, I apologize, that wasn't clear. "Non-premium" is probably a better wording for the title than "standard".

In any case, you're totally right. Back when I had a non-premium account, I had always seen the "Block" link over there on the left and always just assumed I could do it, since it didn't have a premium icon next to it. But nope! Not available.  :\

In which case, I totally agree with your position on the matter. Even not considering trading, any website that allows community interactions (friending, messaging, profiles, commenting) should include blocking as one of its most basic features, to ensure all users can interact safely and comfortably. The fact that business transactions (i.e. trading) can also be completed, which are far more important to keep safe than simple social interactions, only increases the importance of a blocking feature for all users.

Ya exactly my feelings, just much better articulated and explained hehe.

I reread my reply, seemed less then friendly, sorry about that, I tend to be direct.