Tags and comments
We want to find out what you think about our objects. Our collections database is set up to let you write comments about each object and to tag objects with your key words.We have put some comments and tags in to get everyone started!
How to comment
Simply find an object and in the Details tab view click on “Add your comment to this description” and then write your thoughts about it in the comments box. Once you click on the Save button the comment comes to RAMM.
We check all comments before they go live to avoid spam or offensive material. We then send you an email to let you know that your comment is live or, if it has been rejected, the reason why.
You can include an audio or video file with your comment too.
How to add tags
Adding tags is similar, as you click on “add your tags to this description” and then add any key words you think go with that object. You can add more than one word at a time by separating them with commas.
Click on the green list button to see which words other people have already used. If you want to use one of the words in the list just click on it. Adlib list icon (21x20)
More about comments and tags
Why are we doing this?
We want to know what you think about the objects in our collections and what they mean to you. The tags show us which words people associate with our objects. We can then add these to our object descriptions to make it easier for others to find objects in the database.
Can you give me some examples of objects with comments and tags?
One of our favourite objects from Medieval Exeter is the Exeter puzzle jug.
Feng Shui is not a modern phenomen! Feng Shui compass
The natural world provides some beautiful objects Wind polished pebble
We have some stunning textiles in our costume collection like this Victorian dress fabric
Why do you moderate comments and tags?
This is simply to avoid spamming or any inappropriate content going into the database. It also lets us contact anyone whose comment or tag we may reject and let them know.
How many objects are in the database?
It contains more than 5,000 records, from much-loved specimens such as Gerald the Giraffe to less well-known treasures from our stores. Each record tells you some interesting facts and most have images. We have over 1,000,000 records and we will keep adding them to the database over time.
