Comments allow members to engage in discussion, provide feedback, and participate in ongoing conversations across the Commons—whether on blog posts, group discussion forums, or other interactive areas. Because comments form part of the scholarly record, the Commons encourages transparency and the preservation of conversation history.
Can I Edit My Comments?
Knowledge Commons generally encourages users to add a new comment when clarifying, correcting, or updating thoughts—especially if others have already replied—so the discussion remains clear and traceable.
However, you can edit certain types of comments depending on where they were posted.
Editing Comments in Discussion Forums
You may edit your own comments on group forum topics.
How to Edit a Forum Comment
- Locate your comment in the forum thread.
- Click Edit above the comment text.
- Make your changes.
- Click Submit.
The timestamp on your comment will update to reflect that it has been edited.
Editing Comments on Blog Posts
Comments on Knowledge Commons sites or blogs cannot be edited directly by users.
If you need a correction made:
- Contact the site administrator, who can edit the comment on your behalf.
This ensures that blog discussions remain transparent while still allowing necessary corrections.