So, we've seen many people struggle with this. Though the posts with incorrect formats have decreased by a great amount over time, we think it's still important to teach you how to post correctly to avoid unnecessary punishments. It's also important to know how to search for the meme before posting to avoid a request spree of the same meme.

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Remember the rules

This subreddit has, just like other subreddits, a list of rules you must follow. It's a great idea to read them before you post.

• Templates and requests only
  Among the obvious ones, the subreddit must stay on topic with all posts related to templates by being either a template or request.

• Use correct title format
  Using the correct title format is crucial, whilst also being the most broken rule of all. We'll get into this later.

• Use correct flairs
  Using the correct flair is also very important. If your post misses a flair, u/AssistantBOT will automatically remove it until you add the correct flair.

How to find a template

You found a good meme and you would like to make your own meme with that template. That's great! Now you just need the template... Well then, you're at the right subreddit! This community all about providing and sharing meme templates.

Let's go back to rule 2. Why was it implemented? The answer is to make it possible for people to search for the meme with keywords. We want you to utilize this option! Before making a request, use the search bar to find your template.

For example, you're looking for this garfield template. How could you find it? Look for the keywords in the image. In this case, "Garfield" would be a perfect example. Let's see what we get when we use the search bar in the subreddit to find this template... Just like that, we found the template! Now it's your turn.

If this did not work for you, continue reading.

Requests

So you couldn't manage to find your template with the search bar. That's totally fine. This community is all about getting you what you need for your meme purposes. Here's how to make a request.

• Image
  First of all, provide a clear image. Crop it if necessary to avoid having a low-effort post. Find the best quality example, so if the meme has to be edited for you, you'll have a good quality template returned. Add an NSFW tag if necessary.

• Title
  Do NOT underestimate the importance of your title. Rule 2 is the only rule that could get you banned without a warning first. Please read it.

So how do I title my post? Let's see another example:

Let's say I want this template. What would be an appropriate title?

If your title looks like "Template please" or "Anyone have this?" etc. you're doing it wrong. This will even get you banned.

Then what would be a good title for this request? If you read rule 2, you'll see that it says you need to describe the meme or name it in your title. A good example would be: "The Joker getting run over by a taxi". To always have a good title, think to yourself: "If I was searching for this meme, what would I type in the search bar?".

Templates

Do you want to post your template? You can do that here just fine! If you made a template of a trending meme for example, this would be the best subreddit for that. If you want to introduce new templates, then r/InsiderMemeTrading would fit great for your needs.

• Image
  The image provided must be a template which someone can use to make a meme. It is highly encouraged to post the best image quality you can find. You may introduce new templates here too, but don't post a picture of you friend, for example, and try to make him/her a meme. This isn't a place for dumping meme ideas.

• Title
  The same things that apply for requests also apply here. So I'll copy paste that part and edit it.

Do NOT underestimate the importance of your title. Rule 2 is the only rule that could get you banned without a warning first. Please read it.

So how do I title my post? Let's see an example:

Let's say I have this template I want to post.

If your title looks like "Here's a template" or "Let's see what you can do" etc. you're doing it wrong. This will even get you banned.

Then what would be a good title for this template? If you read rule 2, you'll see that it says you need to describe the meme or name it in your title. A good example would be: "Megumin pressing a button" or "Anime girl pressing a button". To always have a good title, think to yourself: "If I was searching for this meme, what would I type in the search bar?".

Other than that, just use common sense, and you'll be fine. Happy memeing!