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=== Why can't I create a group with the same name as a disbanded group? ==== | |||
I started a group that was disbanded, so I tried to start another one with the same name, and I can't | |||
For technical reasons, it's not possible to have two groups with the same name, even if one of them isn't active. You'll have to pick a new name for your group (you might try substituting numbers for alphabetical characters in time-honored 1337 tradition). | |||
Unfortunately, it's our policy not to alter the names of disbanded groups in order to accommodate requests for new versions of them. This is because it's a relatively labor-intensive process for us, and if we decided to start doing it, we'd be too busy chasing down disbanded groups to do the other things we'd like to -- such as answering support tickets, fixing bugs, creating new features, and generally making your Second Life experience as excellent as possible. | |||
[[Category:I'm having group-related issues]] | [[Category:I'm having group-related issues]] | ||
[[Category:Groups]] | [[Category:Groups]] | ||
Revision as of 10:05, 27 May 2011
How to create and join a group
This video tutorial covers how to:
- Create a group
- Change group titles
- Invite other Residents into your group
- Join a group
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Note: A group that has fewer than 2 people for more than 48 hours is disbanded automatically. |
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FAQs
How many roles can there be in a group?
A group can feature up to ten roles, including that of the owner.
Why can't I create a group with the same name as a disbanded group? =
I started a group that was disbanded, so I tried to start another one with the same name, and I can't
For technical reasons, it's not possible to have two groups with the same name, even if one of them isn't active. You'll have to pick a new name for your group (you might try substituting numbers for alphabetical characters in time-honored 1337 tradition).
Unfortunately, it's our policy not to alter the names of disbanded groups in order to accommodate requests for new versions of them. This is because it's a relatively labor-intensive process for us, and if we decided to start doing it, we'd be too busy chasing down disbanded groups to do the other things we'd like to -- such as answering support tickets, fixing bugs, creating new features, and generally making your Second Life experience as excellent as possible.