FabSwingers.com > Forums > The Lounge > Do people really read long profiles?
Do people really read long profiles?
Jump to: Newest in thread
 |
By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
|
I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. Who told you that?"
A couple of guys I have been talking to. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
Everyones different some will some wont
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
no,,i found yours way too long..only kidding I didn't read it |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
If it's funny and engaging I'll read every word, sometimes more than once if it captivates me. If it's ranty and aggressive I've moved on after the first glance  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *inaTitzTV/TS
over a year ago
Titz Towers, North Notts |
Use it as a filtering mechanism. If it is obvious that they haven't been arsed to read it, then just delete the mail. You'll get plenty of mail as it is, so will possibly welcome the reduction  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
Your profile isn't long. If anyone says yours is too long .. crikey ..
Lots of people will just look at the pics, get horny and mail you. They will have no idea there is any text on your profile.
Trust your instincts- if it sounds like they didn't read it or are disrespectful in any way.... do you really want to meet someone like that? |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
no,,i found yours way too long..only kidding I didn't read it"
 |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
So will some won't its just a fab's fact of life I'm afraid.
I know a few people slip in a key word for them to have on there messages so they can see you have read and understood the profile.
Good luck I hope it improved for you here |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
I personally wouldn't class DiamondSmiles or DirtyGirls profiles as long.
I mean they have length to them lol, but that's the good kind because it's painting a picture of what you like and who you are.
Much better and interesting than people who write about 2 lines and say 'message me to find out more' or 'fill this in later'.
The ones I skip are usually the profiles which go on for about 3 or 4 pages worth and contain about 8000+ words. Usually these are ones that complain a lot or have a laundry list of demands and things they hate.
Maybe it's just me but I don't think those people would be very nice to chat to. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *jandjbCouple
over a year ago
Nr Manchester |
"I personally wouldn't class DiamondSmiles or DirtyGirls profiles as long.
I mean they have length to them lol, but that's the good kind because it's painting a picture of what you like and who you are.
Much better and interesting than people who write about 2 lines and say 'message me to find out more' or 'fill this in later'.
The ones I skip are usually the profiles which go on for about 3 or 4 pages worth and contain about 8000+ words. Usually these are ones that complain a lot or have a laundry list of demands and things they hate.
Maybe it's just me but I don't think those people would be very nice to chat to."
Agree with all of this - well put.  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *emmefataleWoman
over a year ago
dirtybigbadsgirlville |
"I personally wouldn't class DiamondSmiles or DirtyGirls profiles as long.
I mean they have length to them lol, but that's the good kind because it's painting a picture of what you like and who you are.
Much better and interesting than people who write about 2 lines and say 'message me to find out more' or 'fill this in later'.
The ones I skip are usually the profiles which go on for about 3 or 4 pages worth and contain about 8000+ words. Usually these are ones that complain a lot or have a laundry list of demands and things they hate.
Maybe it's just me but I don't think those people would be very nice to chat to."
I totally agree with you there.  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I personally wouldn't class DiamondSmiles or DirtyGirls profiles as long.
I mean they have length to them lol, but that's the good kind because it's painting a picture of what you like and who you are.
Much better and interesting than people who write about 2 lines and say 'message me to find out more' or 'fill this in later'.
The ones I skip are usually the profiles which go on for about 3 or 4 pages worth and contain about 8000+ words. Usually these are ones that complain a lot or have a laundry list of demands and things they hate.
Maybe it's just me but I don't think those people would be very nice to chat to."
thank you, I put time and effort into my profile and of cause I get those that don't read it but I get a good percentage that do, and I don't get negative messages either
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I personally wouldn't class DiamondSmiles or DirtyGirls profiles as long.
I mean they have length to them lol, but that's the good kind because it's painting a picture of what you like and who you are.
Much better and interesting than people who write about 2 lines and say 'message me to find out more' or 'fill this in later'.
The ones I skip are usually the profiles which go on for about 3 or 4 pages worth and contain about 8000+ words. Usually these are ones that complain a lot or have a laundry list of demands and things they hate.
Maybe it's just me but I don't think those people would be very nice to chat to."
Cheers... I like to waffle. People who haven't read it make themselves known pretty fast.
It's been suggested that someone will read my profile after I've told them whether I'm interested or not. Really? 
Good luck I say. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
I always find the idea of not reading profiles rather counterproductive. Then again, people don't seem to remember that there is a person attached to the sex they crave. A person with interests, disinterests, wit, (a lack of) personality (in some instances, lol) and nuances that can come up in a potential exchange.
To the OP, and those with a perceived long profile, I say make them as long as you like. I have with mine. Those who are not worth engaging with, especially those you don't already know, will likely be the ones who have raised this or will expose themselves when they try to message. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"Mine is giant. The odd one or two read it. I like the odd ones. "
No yours is lovely and short
Now mine is long. 5769 words long to be precise if you include the verification. But I do include a guaranteed shag to those of you who make it to the end.
Jenny xxx
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
i like a long profile as long as its about the person not just a list of DON'TS it gives me something to actually write about in a message. with a short/non informative profile there's not much you can message beyond that you want to shag them lol.
mine however i think has gotten too long and needs some work.
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
I always read all the profile to see if am interested in them or to see if they would be interested in me, Including their verifications,
A bit pointless contacting them otherwise  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
Well. I normally look if you can accom & will meet smokers, if yes then I'll read your profile in full & see if we have the same interests, then pluck up the courage to message you/someone. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I always read all the profile to see if am interested in them or to see if they would be interested in me, Including their verifications,
A bit pointless contacting them otherwise "
Co-Signed |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
I have the attention span of a goldfish. A couple of paragraphs is enough. Or even one line,or I'll fill this in later. I'm not marking GCSE papers;I'm looking for a fuck |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
apparently long profiles are too boring, well if you wanna meet someone then read it, if you cba reading one then no cba meeting that person, thats how i look at it |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
apparently long profiles are too boring, well if you wanna meet someone then read it, if you cba reading one then no cba meeting that person, thats how i look at it"
The merits of reading profiles. Case in point, the profile of this lady. Very clear and unequivocal plus there's something very nice and worthwhile in there.
But I wonder how many people have still gone for the proposition message?  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
apparently long profiles are too boring, well if you wanna meet someone then read it, if you cba reading one then no cba meeting that person, thats how i look at it
The merits of reading profiles. Case in point, the profile of this lady. Very clear and unequivocal plus there's something very nice and worthwhile in there.
But I wonder how many people have still gone for the proposition message? "
lots do shes even had some say they'd only donate if she met them :/ |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
apparently long profiles are too boring, well if you wanna meet someone then read it, if you cba reading one then no cba meeting that person, thats how i look at it
The merits of reading profiles. Case in point, the profile of this lady. Very clear and unequivocal plus there's something very nice and worthwhile in there.
But I wonder how many people have still gone for the proposition message? "
thousands -.- |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
apparently long profiles are too boring, well if you wanna meet someone then read it, if you cba reading one then no cba meeting that person, thats how i look at it
The merits of reading profiles. Case in point, the profile of this lady. Very clear and unequivocal plus there's something very nice and worthwhile in there.
But I wonder how many people have still gone for the proposition message?
lots do shes even had some say they'd only donate if she met them :/"
yep, shaving my head is much more important than a shag, if they'd of said that to my face I'd of drop kicked em lol |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I get bored.
Looking at pictures of tits is far more fun."
But, sadly, even pictures of tits become boring......
Why do woman always have to show their tits, asses & cunts in profile pics, - I've seen them all before ffs!!!
*hides in corner wearing crash helmet   |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I get bored.
Looking at pictures of tits is far more fun.
But, sadly, even pictures of tits become boring......
Why do woman always have to show their tits, asses & cunts in profile pics, - I've seen them all before ffs!!!
*hides in corner wearing crash helmet "
I know right? It's disgraceful.
All I want to is read a meaningful long profile.... |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I get bored.
Looking at pictures of tits is far more fun.
But, sadly, even pictures of tits become boring......
Why do woman always have to show their tits, asses & cunts in profile pics, - I've seen them all before ffs!!!
*hides in corner wearing crash helmet
I know right? It's disgraceful.
All I want to is read a meaningful long profile...."
Which you wank over obviously |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I get bored.
Looking at pictures of tits is far more fun.
But, sadly, even pictures of tits become boring......
Why do woman always have to show their tits, asses & cunts in profile pics, - I've seen them all before ffs!!!
*hides in corner wearing crash helmet
I know right? It's disgraceful.
All I want to is read a meaningful long profile...."
Yeah, I'm particularly partial to the ones that give you that awesome - just staggered out of A&E at 6am - feeling; thwoooooaaaaar, that really turns me on, - I sssssoooooooooo love an assertive woman!!
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I get bored.
Looking at pictures of tits is far more fun.
But, sadly, even pictures of tits become boring......
Why do woman always have to show their tits, asses & cunts in profile pics, - I've seen them all before ffs!!!
*hides in corner wearing crash helmet
I know right? It's disgraceful.
All I want to is read a meaningful long profile....
Which you wank over obviously "
Of course. I'm wanking over this comment right now.
It would probably be easier for me to just tell everyone when I'm not wanking. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
I have this vision...........
It's an old hotel bar, Raffalls maybe - or it in Morocco? - anyway, it dimly lit & there's this goddess sitting at the end of the bar in a short, tight dress & sucking on a cigarette holder.......
I approach her, slide a fingertip slowly up & down her stockinged thigh & she smiles at me, provocatively & says:
"I HATE GUYS WHO CALL ME BABE, I DETEST THOSE WHO WINK, I SPIT BACK AT GUYS WHO HAVE CUMSHOTS IN THEIR PICS OR SPRAY BACK IF THEY USE A LINX CAN FOR SCALE AND I SPEW AT THOSE WHO WANT ME TO SWALLOW!!!
CAN'T ACCOMMODATE OR TRAVEL BUT YOU CAN PAY FOR A DOUBLE ROOM IF YOU LIKE...........
sssssoooooooooo romantic!!!  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
Long profiles work like the Da Vinci Code. By reading and deciphering you get to the holy grail - bi single females, unicorns (which do exist!) etc. The ones who dont read it all just send a fancy a fuck type message, so easily blocked. You can usually tell who's interested in the depth to oneself. Id prefer to keep my profile the way it reflects and suits me, and recommend that for you. You can always do some headlines, for the attention demanded users, or add key words to photos - an open vag shot with your message for example. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
I've had similar when I was meeting new people and got quite snotty comments from guys. To be fair though they don't read the short version as it is now and get weekly messages and random friendship requests so you cannot win either way |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I have this vision...........
It's an old hotel bar, Raffalls maybe - or it in Morocco? - anyway, it dimly lit & there's this goddess sitting at the end of the bar in a short, tight dress & sucking on a cigarette holder.......
I approach her, slide a fingertip slowly up & down her stockinged thigh & she smiles at me, provocatively & says:
"I HATE GUYS WHO CALL ME BABE, I DETEST THOSE WHO WINK, I SPIT BACK AT GUYS WHO HAVE CUMSHOTS IN THEIR PICS OR SPRAY BACK IF THEY USE A LINX CAN FOR SCALE AND I SPEW AT THOSE WHO WANT ME TO SWALLOW!!!
CAN'T ACCOMMODATE OR TRAVEL BUT YOU CAN PAY FOR A DOUBLE ROOM IF YOU LIKE...........
sssssoooooooooo romantic!!! "
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *B9 QueenWoman
over a year ago
Over the rainbow, under the bridge |
Mine is about the length of the average Sun article. If anyone finds it too much to read then they really aren't compatible.
It works as an additional filter. Anyone who complains that it is too long gets no further with me. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. Who told you that?
A couple of guys I have been talking to. "
If they can't be bothered to even give 2 minutes to read your profile are they really worth meeting? |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
No!! I don't like war and peace for profiles nor negative profiles. But your profile is great. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *igeiaWoman
over a year ago
Bristol |
I like a long profile if it tells me something about a person. It helps me decide if I should message or reply to them as an early indicator that there may be some common ground. I've now read most of the profiles in this thread and there is much to like. As for a profile taking too long to read; if someone can't be arsed to take the time to read what I've written about who I am and what I may want then I will return the lack of courtesy by not replying to an unsolicited message where it's clear they haven't read it. I will read their profile however. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I have this vision...........
It's an old hotel bar, Raffalls maybe - or it in Morocco? - anyway, it dimly lit & there's this goddess sitting at the end of the bar in a short, tight dress & sucking on a cigarette holder.......
I approach her, slide a fingertip slowly up & down her stockinged thigh & she smiles at me, provocatively & says:
"I HATE GUYS WHO CALL ME BABE, I DETEST THOSE WHO WINK, I SPIT BACK AT GUYS WHO HAVE CUMSHOTS IN THEIR PICS OR SPRAY BACK IF THEY USE A LINX CAN FOR SCALE AND I SPEW AT THOSE WHO WANT ME TO SWALLOW!!!
CAN'T ACCOMMODATE OR TRAVEL BUT YOU CAN PAY FOR A DOUBLE ROOM IF YOU LIKE...........
sssssoooooooooo romantic!!! "
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
Do read them, but perfer things to be clear and concise. I get lost when things go round in circles.
Alot of the really long ones seem to be the most negative which dont interest me anyway. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
The only ones I don't read are the ones where they have created a picture using text characters (a curvaceous lady etc), but I don't then send a message either. All other profiles I read, compose a message, for that profile, send and move on. It's always a nice surprise to have a reply, but not devastating when you look back through your sent and see a delete
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
Then they are not the people that I would not want to meet with.
DN |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
Why do any of us put anything in a profile, other than we may want to fuck etc? It helps narrow things down, filter out the dross and incompatible and helps save time. Alot of users get inundated with dross messages, so anything to avoid them can help.
If people write a descriptive profile, it's because it's important to them and conversely the reader. The author values their time and the readers - no-one wants someone to turn-up and then reject them, so all done before that to ensure it all flows smoothly is a good investment.
Those who have no or minimal real interest in diving into a hole, impaling themselves on a pole etc won't match many of us on here, as they're potentially going to leave us unfulfilled. There's nothing worse than a meet that leaves one uncomfortable and still not satisfied.
I probably haven't read a profile that's too long, but have read some that have really helped me to realise that they may be fantastic but we wouldn't be using our time that productively if we did meet. A bonus all round.
Fab is full of individuals, so we need to expect that profiles will reflect that. Some of us learn through trial and error how to craft our profile so that it works best for us, and that is better than sticking to a rigid formula. vive la difference. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
I will only read a long profile if it is funny.
Any that start with RANTING CAPS I don't bother with at all.
Those that are a long list of DON'T I ignore.
Those that start with we are a hot, sexy, beautiful up our own arse couple I think meh.
But other than that I'm easy |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I generally dislike short profiles. I'd like to know a little about someone before I decide to message them."
I wish everyone was like you!
I still get mail. Fuck knows why. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"Well whoever told you is either BS you or is a lazy git who is probably not worth meeting if they can't even read a profile, surely?  "
We are on here to fuck, not to read war and peace. Keep it short. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"Well whoever told you is either BS you or is a lazy git who is probably not worth meeting if they can't even read a profile, surely?
We are on here to fuck, not to read war and peace. Keep it short."
We all fuck differently though. I don't want short!
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I personally wouldn't class DiamondSmiles or DirtyGirls profiles as long.
I mean they have length to them lol, but that's the good kind because it's painting a picture of what you like and who you are.
Much better and interesting than people who write about 2 lines and say 'message me to find out more' or 'fill this in later'.
The ones I skip are usually the profiles which go on for about 3 or 4 pages worth and contain about 8000+ words. Usually these are ones that complain a lot or have a laundry list of demands and things they hate.
Maybe it's just me but I don't think those people would be very nice to chat to.
Agree with all of this - well put. "
Me too. Will tell you when i read it. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *smCouple
over a year ago
Liskeard |
"Well they read mine
But do they or do they say they do I have had a few say they just give lip service maybe I am too cynical. yes because they quote things from my profile"
and there's a hidden message in mine  |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
Well as you blocked me for being a Gold member I cannot read it anyway.
You just block every Gold or Silver members profile anyway so it matters not what they compose.
|
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *odareyouMan
over a year ago
not far from iceland,,,,,, tescos is nearer though :-) (near leeds) |
Short or long,, If it interests and engages me I ll read it, would think mine is bigger than most. It might put some off i think it reflects me. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
Well as you blocked me for being a Gold member I cannot read it anyway.
You just block every Gold or Silver members profile anyway so it matters not what they compose.
"
She hasn't blocked gold and silver supporters. Must be just you. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth.
Well as you blocked me for being a Gold member I cannot read it anyway.
You just block every Gold or Silver members profile anyway so it matters not what they compose.
She hasn't blocked gold and silver supporters. Must be just you."
Have the messages in my box somewhere. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
The length of a profile is just as important as the content, I will always "skip to the end" first just to gauge the length as it were, if there's to much scrolling, the word "dull" pops into my head and I move on. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
|
No I never read long profiles but then I'm a private person hence mine is quite succinct. I prefer to impart more about me and find out more about somebody I am interested in on a one to one basis. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"I am asking because I have been told it's a waste of time if it's too long because anything you want to get across will get lost and people only read half a screens worth. "
Nice pictures...does that answer your question?
Seriously as a man with a long one...I think it depends on the people. If you write a good profile seeking people who are prepared to put in the effort then they're the ones you should find approach you.
One thing I would say is the long rants about we hate this and that...I want this that and the other...and if you don't read my profile, send me a face pic on first approach along with a bottle of wine, then I'll nuke your house and piddle on your grave tend not to be a hit in this parish! |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
» Add a new message to this topic
