#toolstuesday

[finishwhatyoustarted-event]

Tools Tuesday - Tagging

Tools Tuesday is a biweekly part of the Finish What You Started event where I share various resources I have found to help everyone complete their WIP. Have a resource you want to share? Send it in a message and I'll take a look!

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The first Tools Tuesday of the year is all about tagging, for when you're ready to post your finished work on Archive of Our Own or any other site that uses tags! AO3, as the most popular fic posting site, will be the focus.

To begin: what are tags? And why do we use them?

Tags are keywords used to describe a fic or post. They can serve a variety of functions, but at their core they tell a viewer what to expect when they click in. On some sites (like Tumblr), they are at the bottom of the post. On AO3, they are the third thing seen, after title and author.

As seen in this handy infographic from SummerofSpock on tumblr, tags on A03 fall into 5 rough categories: Canon, Format, Tone, Relationship, Theme.

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source: https://summerofspock.tumblr.com/post/698388759652319232/mostlyinthemorning-i-kind-of-suck-at-tagging-so/amp

Not every fic might use every category, and there are certainly tags that overlap categories. There's also what I consider a 6th category, which is Author Commentary (no beta we die like xx, character needs a hug, why did i do that much research for a single paragraph, etc).

All of that aside, why should you use tags?

They help readers find and enjoy your fic! The two main uses of tags when searching is Seeking and Avoidance.

Seeking is when a reader really wants to read a particular thing, like they want fix-its only or just Modern AUs. Once they narrow it down to fandom, these are the tags they'll type into the search bar. If your work isn't properly tagged, it won't show up, even if it's the epitome of a Coffee Shop AU and that's the term they search. Generously tag so readers can find you!

Avoidance is excluding a fic from consideration due to a particular theme or topic. Maybe their pet just died, so any mention of Animal Death is out. Maybe they are really tired of a particular ship, or are narrowing down for a rarepair. On AO3, there's a section in the filter bar for excluding tags (see below, boxed in blue). Readers can eliminate what they don't want to see, which is wonderful! They can select exactly what they want; not every fic is for every reader. Generously tag, so readers can be selective!

[image ID, copied from ALT: the Archive of Our Own filter bar, with the Exclude section boxed in with blue lines. End ID.]

Still unsure how to tag your work? Or stuck on other aspects, like ratings and warnings? The Fanfic Author’s Guide to Metatext (As Used on Ao3) by Eiiri is an incredible, in-depth explanation of everything contained within the metatext (tags+warnings) block on an AO3 fic. Download it as a PDF or view in full on tumblr at these links

full text in post: https://eiirisworkshop.tumblr.com/post/649406314444980224/the-fanfic-authors-guide-to-metatext-as-used-on

Pdf download: https://eiirisworkshop.tumblr.com/post/649405048844124160/fanfic-metatext-guidepdf

Additionally, this event requires certain tags be honored and present as needed, primarily common warnings or hot topics. See the rules post for more information. These tags at least need to be present in any promo post, though tagging the fic itself is always good practice. After all, tags are like the ingredient label of a fic.

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Have a question not answered above? Is there something important I missed? Start a discussion in the replies and reblogs! Thanks for participating, and good luck with your wip!

[radeksworkshop]

Is the look important in the world of tools? This Tuesday I'm presenting my beautiful collection of @bridgecitytoolworks tools. #toolsday #toolstuesday #tool #tools #jig #layouttools #narzędzia #woodworking #plane #hobel #strug #square #multitool #metric #metrictools #blockplane #tsquare #angle #centerfinder #mytools #collectible #productphotography #knolling #tuesday #donthate #bridgecity #toolworld #toolwork #herramientas #ug1 (at Myslenice) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRjNDusDrtv/?utm_medium=tumblr

[carolinejones]

Tools Tuesday! 🔨⚒️🔨 - Behind the scenes - a little corner of my workbench 🖤 - Hand tools at the ready to assist in creating a unique piece of handmade jewellery 💍 - #handtools #jewellersacademy #toolstuesday #workbench #shotoniphone7plus @jewellersacademy (at Crowborough, East Sussex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4fiq2tlejE/?igshid=1pwzc6nujmvxh

[dannettalynn]

New Video Up On YouTube! Make sure you comment,thumbs up, SUBSCRIBE, and share! 😘The link is in my bio. ****************************************#ToolsTuesday What resources DO you have? USE THEM! Have an exceptional day. 👊🏽 XOXO ~ #DannettaLynn #naturalhairjourney #naturalhairtrim #naturalhairdusting #frotoshoot #lovemynatural #naturalista #curlygirl #brownbeauty #selfcare#Tuesday

[digitalinfinity-blog1]

Social media #planners make staying #active and #engaging on social media easier for yourself with the use these #socialmedia #tools #toolstuesday #buffer #buzzsumo #meetedgar #hootsuite #sproutsocial #digitalmarketing #digitalinfinity

[radeksworkshop]

I upgraded my Delta Cruzer with a new Spyder Tarantula blade, because you know, matching colours 😉 #toolstuesday #delta #deltacruzer #spyder #tarantula #blade #newblade #mitersaw #miter #choob #ukosnica #mytools #diy #toolsdaytuesday #myfavoritetools #wood #powerools ##kerjakayu #столярка #ebenisterie #furnituremaker #byhand #hêtre #furnituredesigner #muebles #tablesaw #workstation #workbench #maker #craftsman (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEDJjXxjjAu/?igshid=1u7izbpl8ba2p

[radeksworkshop]

Since it's Tuesday I'd like to present those highly specialised handtools - EZ Edge. Fun to use, always ready to take care of that sharp edge @woodpeckers_tools #tools #moderntools #toolstoday #ezedge #plane #handplane #toolsday #worlshop #choob #woodwork #wood #toolstuesday #toolsgoals #toolsrecommended #potd #toolsforyou #woodworkingtools #redtools #productphotography #productphoto #photographer #woodworker #iloveit #mytools #myfavoritetools #myworkshop #onmyworkbench #czerwono #hebelek https://www.instagram.com/p/CDwxKegjPCm/?igshid=1jjlky1kg7a33

[radeksworkshop]

How many saws do you have? I already have a circular saw, table saw (or 2) but couldn't pass on this deal from @toolnut So I got yet another saw and I'm glad I did. It enables me to make cuts that were impossible before. Great job Mafell on making this Bosch track saw. #mafell #mafellfan #mafelltools #saw #tracksaw #circularsaw #choob #melamine #sheetgoods #toolstoday #moderntools #powertools #track #gooddeal #deal #letstalkabouttools #toolstuesday #toolsday #toolsdaytuesday #cutit #woodworker #newtools #basementshop #zagłębiarki #basementworkshop #narzędzia #workshop #marcenaria #carpenteria #ebanistería (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAp4m1VjdRi/?igshid=1o0pgmwt50q20

[radeksworkshop]

My #toolstuesday goes to this tape measure from @tacklifetools. It comes with laser so if 5m of tape doesn't cover needed distance you can go up to 40m with a laser beam. Works both in metric and imperial. Can measure distances from the front or the back of the device so you can use it to measure inside the cabinets or drawers. Pretty handy and accurate! #tapemeasure #toolsday #toolsdaytuesday #digitalmeter #laser #distancemeter (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B19sBiuAcaq/?igshid=jp980ea05sgx

[radeksworkshop]

Since we talk about tools on Tuesdays here's my dado machine. It has 4" dust collection port which is very efficient, can accommodate dado blades up to 7/8" and is very light and portable. Comes with a dedicated sled which enabled it to make finger joints. That was the best use of poorly design but also poorly made lime green saw I bought 4 years ago. #dado #boxjoint #fingerjoint #toolstuesdays #toolsday #dadostack #tablesawsled #nowarranty (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5EghlEAo98/?igshid=1in5kzyiwj3oy

[rouvenbuschauer]

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Loch an Loch und hält Doch… . Mit diesem #Tool lässt sich dieser allgemein bekannte Spruch durchführen…😜 . der Dosensenker. . Auch wenn Du diese Floskel damit an die Spitze treiben könntest, muss man ja nicht immer alles wörtlich nehmen. 😊 Die Funktion dabei ist allerdings einfach zu verstehen. Dennoch gibt es mehrere Hintergründe des Dosenbohrers zu wissen. . Grundsätzlich lassen sie sich in 3 unterschiedliche Arten unterteilen. . 1. für Hohlwanddosen im Trockenbau 2. für „weiches“ bis mittelhartes Mauerwerk 3. für hartes Mauerwerk . Diese drei Typen der Dosenbohrer unterscheiden sich dabei in der Art der Zahnung und des Materials. . Hohlwanddosen werden meist in Gipskarton-, Gipsfaser- oder Holzplatten gesetzt und dazu muss der richtige Senker her. . Hierbei ist die Feinheit der Zahnung ausschlaggebend. Je besser die Qualität des Werkzeugs desto länger bleibt die Zahnung des Bohrers auch erhalten und bleibt ebenso eher vor Überhitzung geschützt. . Wer sein Mauerwerk im #Eigenheim genau kennt, der kann sich bei den weichen bis mittelharten Mauerwerken genau nach den Herstellerangaben richten für die die Dosensenker ausgelegt sind. Diese Bohrkronen sind meist mit nur wenigen Zähnen ausgestattet um, wie der Zahnarzt sagen würde, „die Zahnzwischenräume sauber zu halten“ 😊. So werden die Mauerreste durch die Drehung nach außen hin problemlos abgeführt. . Hartes Mauerwerk stellt immer eine Herausforderung dar. Dafür ist ebenfalls spezielles Werkzeug notwendig. Diese Bohrkronen tragen den Zusatz „Abrasiv“ und arbeiten sich durch die härtesten Mauern. Viele können auch mit „Schlag“ der Schlagbohrmaschine verwendet werden. . Sie haben dennoch eines gemeinsam. Den Mittelbohrer. . Er ist zum fixieren der Bohrkrone an der Wand und kann dadurch nicht verrutschen. ist besonders bei Bohrern für Leichtbauwände verstärkt darauf zu achten. Sie besitzen oftmals auch eine ausgeprägte Spitze zum Fixieren. . Hau rein und happy #ToolsTuesday! . #elektroinstallation #sanierung #elektroinstallationselbstgestalten #Bauherren #altbausanierung #wirbaueneinhaus #eigenheim #umbau #traumhaus #machdeinding #smarthome #altbau #sanieren2020 #renovieren2020 https://www.instagram.com/p/CFJY93wCpoY/?igshid=u3474j3w0fmt

[radeksworkshop]

It's Tuesday and toolboxes, especially those from @qbricksystem_mobileworkshop are kind of a tools. Plus I will be posting a project involving those boxes soon so here is a short presentation for you. You can buy those at Lowe's. #toolsday #toolsdaytuesday #toolstuesday #mobileworkshop #toolbox #toolboxes #workbench #watertıght #waterproof #lockable #systainer #container #modular #dustproof #organizer #polyamide #choob #marcenaria #dividers #latch #mobile #casters #wheels #handle #black #box #polycarbonate #productvideo #ultradurable #skrzynka (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBN_5TnDkgE/?igshid=ofhlthb0clj

[radeksworkshop]

I had to make some tricky cuts and those featherboards were very helpful and made things safe, so I thought I'd share this as my toolstuesday post. #featherboards #featherboard #safety #tablesaw #setup #tablesawsetup #miter #bevel #powertools #tuesday #toolsday #toolstuesday #toolstoday #moderntools #workshop #crosscut #ripcut #jig #hgtv #woodworkingvideo #fyp #choob #chob #viralvideos #goviral #videoofthedays #pilastolowa #marcenaria #carpinteria (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B_iAtHaD-FL/?igshid=1rwbzlm2izsa1

[radeksworkshop]

You were asking how's @jessemtoolcompany doweling jig so my #toolstuesday post is about using it to make a table top. Dowels help to align boards for the glue up and make this edge to edge butt joint a bit stronger. workinprogress #letsbuildsomething #builder #letsmakesomething #toolstoday #workshop #houtbewerking #kerjakayu #столярка #smallbusiness #деревня #furnituremaker #moderncraftsman #furnituredesigner #muebles #tablesaw #workstation #workbench #maker #protip #craftsman #artisanlife #artisan #woodshop #drewno #madetomake #jig #dowel (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8uKh_2AueL/?igshid=rtwxfadzpm70

[radeksworkshop]

My newly built assembly table has a special drawer for @bora_tool #clamps They are in the highest drawer to be easily accessible. You can win them in my 10k giveaway together with many other items from 7 sponsors! There will be 3 winners and almost $1700 worth prizes. Please check the original post and take part in it. Giveaway runs til October 30th. Good luck. #toolstuesday #workshop #toolsgiveaway (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpS7hSugDcu/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1urimq45lr834

[radeksworkshop]

This #toolstuesday I'm gonna feature my @wenproducts sander. The table for the disc hangs there on one screw and because of that gets out of square after half a minute. Let's see how can I solve this problem and improve this #powertool #powertoolsfun #toolimprovements #toolsdaytuesday (at Alexandria, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BotsqgGAlmr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fupvuxe6z88h