@sketchutect said: i was hoping someone can tell me how to access user profiles so i can browse the member info of people who post excellent information. Move the mouse over the (i) or click on the user name. In the near of the bottom of every page you can open a member list too. @sketchutect said: Also, at what point do free, newbie accounts gain the privilege to private message? is that for paid members only? No, there is no difference for free and paid accounts here. (I don't remember if this function is restricted for the first few posts)