The following Public (Joinable) Custom Usergroups are available to all members...
* ACA/AMEP
* AutoCAD
* CAD Newbie
* Design Visualization (DV)
* Deutsch
* Español
* Forum Newbie
* Français
* Infrastructure
* Manufacturing
* Português
* Programming
* Revit
* Student
Members can join as many Public Usergroups as they wish.
To join Public Usergroups:
Click "Control Panel" link (far left-hand side) on forum menu bar along the top -> Under "Control Panel" area (left-hand side), click "Group Memberships" link, located under sub-heading "Miscellaneous" -> Screen should now look something like attached screen-capture -> Under "Join Group" heading (far right-hand side), click relevant "Join Group" link(s).
Why should I join Public Usergroups ?
Public Usergroups is a way of publicly showing other members a little bit more information about yourself. Members can view Public Usergroups you have decided to join, by viewing your Forum Profile and reviewing "Group Memberships" area (bottom right corner).
Are there any negatives associated with joining Public Usergroups ?
No, apart from publicly showing other members a little bit more information about yourself.
Are there any positives associated with joining Public Usergroups ?
Yes, it is a way of publicly showing other members a little bit more information about yourself.
Do I gain any additional forum privileges by joining Public Usergroups ?
No, apart from publicly sharing a little bit of information about yourself with other members.