How long should users be able to edit their posts/responses

[counterpoint]

The current 2 min edit window has been problematic as many users later realize they would like to update their entries. This sometimes leads to users adding and exposing details that may best be left Private on the original post. If site admin can change the edit window, what do users opine as a reasonable window?

 

[Waterboy]

I think the key is to let your review sit un-posted for a few minutes; then reread it, make any changes, and finally hit submit.

 

[Zzzz]

What's the argument against a persistent edit option? It's user-generated content and it would seem logical to have the controls to go back and revise as is needed.

 

[counterpoint]

What's the argument against a persistent edit option? It's user-generated content and it would seem logical to have the controls to go back and revise as is needed.

I tried to add an indefinite time limit, but my 2 mins expired!

I think an indefinite time limit is bad because it lets a post and comments drift out of sync.

 

[counterpoint]

I think the key is to let your review sit un-posted for a few minutes; then reread it, make any changes, and finally hit submit.

This seems to be beyond the capabilities of many users here. Most seem very quick on the trigger

 

[Zzzz]

I tried to add an indefinite time limit, but my 2 mins expired!

I think an indefinite time limit is bad because it lets a post and comments drift out of sync.

Fair point. I guess the historical revisionists among us may try to gaslight from time-to-time, but I assume the majority simply will edit to achieve greater clarity/ precision in their statements.

 

[Koondog]

24 hours.

 

[BillaBong]

It should ideally be possible to change anytime. I mean why put such a restriction.
If someone feels the need to edit a posting, be it so .. it usually will be favorable to everyone if reviews can be toned down

 

[Wayne1250]

I voted 10 minutes, but longer may be even better. If nubies put a detailed location in a review where it is not appropriate, they need time to hear from other members to be able to go back later and edit.

 

[counterpoint]

I voted 10 minutes, but longer may be even better. If nubies put a detailed location in a review where it is not appropriate, they need time to hear from other members to be able to go back later and edit.

Yes, I previously opined in the "what would you change" thread that follow up comments should be kept Private from web crawler searches to prevent leaking sensitive details