GhulehGirl
Ghost Vessel
I think i prefer setting a time or having a time set by the other. At least you both can decide a time that's convenient to both of you.
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Do you find this rude or normal?
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Honestly, I don't go into a trade agreement unless I'm able to trade at that moment, and I would expect anyone who's asking for/offering a trade to, if they're not available immediately, at least put that in the main post. Time zones are tricky, and I can't always know in advance when I'm going to be free.. Having kids does that to you. I have no idea when the next time I'll be able to sit down and play is. Idk, I just feel like out of respect for the other party's time, if you can't trade while you're talking about trading that's something you inform the other person of up front.
I have no problems with people asking me to immediately trade with me when I didn't specify when I can actually trade. Whenever said user is online on TBT, they often assume that you might be as well online in ACNL. They do that mostly because they couldn't afford waiting longer and then forgetting.
Ideally, when I attempt at trading, I focus on getting the trade done as soon as possible to avoid having to set a time and date. In my experience, a fair amount of people often seem to neglect trades that would be done later than a few hours from now. If someone wanted to do a trade with me but can't do just right away, I'll always try to find the earliest possible time so there's lesser chance that both of us would be end up being sidetracked. I never post trades if I don't have enough spare time and lacking any working wireless Internet Connection.
Ideally, when I attempt at trading, I focus on getting the trade done as soon as possible to avoid having to set a time and date. In my experience, a fair amount of people often seem to neglect trades that would be done later than a few hours from now. If someone wanted to do a trade with me but can't do just right away, I'll always try to find the earliest possible time so there's lesser chance that both of us would be end up being sidetracked. I never post trades if I don't have enough spare time and lacking any working wireless Internet Connection.
That doesn't bother. Actually I like it that way. I don't like waiting if I am online and ready to trade. I like to do things in fast orderly manner so waiting a long time for someone for a trade bothers me instead. If you don't like that you should post on your selling/shopping thread the time you are free to trade because then the other person will think you are ready to trade now.
ShenkuuBlossoms
Rising Starr
While I prefer to trade ASAP, I'm a very patient person and will wait provided a whole day or so doesn't go by with no answer.
Case in point: Yesterday I made an offer around 4:30 (EDT) for a villager pic. Between the seller being on and offline, late replies, and problems connecting, I didn't get the trade done until almost 9:00.
Case in point: Yesterday I made an offer around 4:30 (EDT) for a villager pic. Between the seller being on and offline, late replies, and problems connecting, I didn't get the trade done until almost 9:00.
lunathenia
Senior Member
I hate reserving stuff for people b/c:
1) Different time zones
2) Different schedules even if in same time zones
3) Never know what will happen
4) I've had people cancel on big orders where I ordered through catalog
Unless it's someone I know who will get back to me soon ish for the trade (within 2-3 days) or its like 1-5 items where I don't have to order idc if it's an immediate trade or to be done in the future.
There's too many people who said they will buy but "later" and never got back to me ever.
So I'd rather trade within min/hours of posts.
1) Different time zones
2) Different schedules even if in same time zones
3) Never know what will happen
4) I've had people cancel on big orders where I ordered through catalog
Unless it's someone I know who will get back to me soon ish for the trade (within 2-3 days) or its like 1-5 items where I don't have to order idc if it's an immediate trade or to be done in the future.
There's too many people who said they will buy but "later" and never got back to me ever.
So I'd rather trade within min/hours of posts.
I don't mind either way. I mean if I can't get on and do something straight away I'll just tell them. Or if I'm on the opposite side of it I'd probably ask if they want to do it now or later. Idk hardly anything bothers me. I'm way too easy going.
If you can't trade right then, tell them that. If they can't work around your time at least stay in communication with them.
Communication is key.
Having someone say they'll trade and then never respond when thinks don't work out is far worse than figuring out a time that works well for both parties.
Communication is key.
Having someone say they'll trade and then never respond when thinks don't work out is far worse than figuring out a time that works well for both parties.
agscribble
Has no chill
I really prefer establishing a time because I'm used to trading or playing with people on tumblr. Since a response might not be immediate, I found it helpful to share times of availability. It never hurts to just ask.
infinikitten
big old brat tbh
I'm just now realizing it's kind of doofy of me to assume that somebody who's on the forums is also able to access their DS. Usually I'll just offer to open my gates or ask if they want me to deliver, though; I've never been demanding about it. If the person's available to trade right then, they'll say so, and if not, they'll say that too and we'll make some kind of loose schedule (like "I'll be here 2 hours from now, what about you?") etc etc.
I've never had anyone be SUPER demanding of me, but I have had the really over-eager spammy types that leave, like, two PMs a minute until you respond. That's the only thing I find to be kind of rude, because if I haven't seen and answered the first one, sending more isn't going to get me to come back to the computer any faster - though I do understand sending a second when you have additional questions/info or are unsure if the first "went through" successfully. I dunno, I like to think I'm patient with everybody, but at the same time I'm kind of thankful for the types that are all "LET'S DO THIS NAO PLZ" because the sooner we do it, the sooner it's done and over with ;D
I've never had anyone be SUPER demanding of me, but I have had the really over-eager spammy types that leave, like, two PMs a minute until you respond. That's the only thing I find to be kind of rude, because if I haven't seen and answered the first one, sending more isn't going to get me to come back to the computer any faster - though I do understand sending a second when you have additional questions/info or are unsure if the first "went through" successfully. I dunno, I like to think I'm patient with everybody, but at the same time I'm kind of thankful for the types that are all "LET'S DO THIS NAO PLZ" because the sooner we do it, the sooner it's done and over with ;D
KaydeeKrunk
The Late Great Turt
I usually state the time right away during a trade, cause I always come on here during work, where I have a ten hour shift and usually wont be able to get on my game until hours later... I've had a few trades fall through cause they would try to come right when we spoke but that's their loss you know?
MOON TRIPS
dumb ass
I'm pretty chill about this kinda thing, especially since I'm a clumsy fool who has a short attention span and is on an odd sleep schedule.
if we can trade right away, that's always fine... but not right away is also fine. if it's something that ends up waiting more than a day, I'm okay with that too.
the only problem I might have is when I say I'm around and the other person's around, but fails to respond to me at all for some reason. >: like, not even a delayed response. those are always okay with me too. because I'm often giving delayed responses. .__.''
if we can trade right away, that's always fine... but not right away is also fine. if it's something that ends up waiting more than a day, I'm okay with that too.
the only problem I might have is when I say I'm around and the other person's around, but fails to respond to me at all for some reason. >: like, not even a delayed response. those are always okay with me too. because I'm often giving delayed responses. .__.''
I think it's normal. I only post if I am available to trade there and then, and if I can't I write this in the post in case they wouldn't want to hold the item for me.
I don't think it's rude, it's just the norm here for trading as far as I'm aware. You should just make it known that you want to trade later and it should be fine. It's just easier to trade at the time as catching people later can be difficult especially when you're in different timezones.
I don't think it's rude, it's just the norm here for trading as far as I'm aware. You should just make it known that you want to trade later and it should be fine. It's just easier to trade at the time as catching people later can be difficult especially when you're in different timezones.
I don't find it rude, it just makes more sense to post if you're available to trade right then. if you have things to do it's better to post when you're done (or set up a time) so the person isn't stuck waiting and vice versa. timezones can be troublesome ;o;
Snazzapple
Eww
I'm fine either way too, it doesn't matter unless you won't get the villager or the item that you want for next few days, then that's counted as rude anything else is fine?
I try to complete trades as soon as I can because it can be a problem to find a good time to trade afterward. Generally when you offer to make a trade, it is assumed you are ready to do it right away unless you say otherwise.
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