Staff Manual

Complete guide for Staff/Moderators (Rank 70-89) in the CodyChat system

Rank 70-89: Moderator Access

Staff Capabilities

As a Staff member (Rank 70-89), you have access to moderation tools, user management, room controls, and report handling. Your role is essential for maintaining chat quality and user experience.

Staff Overview

What is Staff Access?

As a Staff member (Rank 70-89), you have access to moderation tools and room management capabilities. You can help maintain order in chat rooms and assist users with issues.

Important: Staff actions are logged and monitored. Always use moderation tools responsibly and follow community guidelines.

Access Level: Rank 70-89

Room moderation tools
User warning and muting
Report handling
Room topic management

Moderation Tools

Warning System

The warning system allows you to notify users about rule violations without taking immediate action.

Warning Modal Interface:

Warning system shows custom warning messages and requires user acknowledgment

Mute System

Mute users temporarily to prevent them from sending messages in chat or private messages.

Mute Modal Interface:

Mute system allows setting duration (5 minutes to custom) and optional reason

Kick System

Remove users from the current room temporarily. They can rejoin after the kick duration expires.

Kick Modal Interface:

Kick system allows setting duration (5 minutes to custom) and optional reason

Ban System

Permanently ban users from the system. Banned users cannot access any part of the chat.

Ban Modal Interface:

Ban system requires reason input and permanently removes users from the system

User Management

User Actions Menu

Access user management options by clicking the three-dot menu (⋮) next to any username in chat.

User Actions Interface:

The user actions menu shows different options based on staff rank and permissions

User Profile Management

Staff can view and manage user profiles, including editing usernames, avatars, and other details.

Admin User Edit Interface:

Staff with rank 70+ can edit user profiles including ranks, authentication, and personal details

Room Controls

Room Topic Management

Staff can modify room topics and descriptions to keep rooms organized and informative.

Room Settings Interface:

Room Access Control

Control who can enter specific rooms and set room-specific permissions.

Room Permissions Interface:

Report Handling

User Reports

Staff can view and handle user reports about rule violations, inappropriate content, or user behavior.

Report Management Interface:

Staff can access report management through the header notification system

Report Actions

Take appropriate action on reports based on the severity and nature of the violation.

Minor Violations

  • • Warning
  • • Temporary mute (5-15 minutes)
  • • Room kick (5-15 minutes)

Major Violations

  • • Extended mute (1-24 hours)
  • • Extended kick (1-24 hours)
  • • Permanent ban

Staff Communication

Staff Communication Channels

Staff members have access to special communication channels for coordination and discussion.

Staff List Interface:

The staff list shows online staff members and is accessible to all users for transparency

Actual Chat Interface Structure

Based on the real CodyChat code analysis, here's the actual interface structure:

Header (chat_head)

  • • Menu toggle (☰)
  • • Site logo
  • • Private messages
  • • Friend requests
  • • Notifications
  • • Profile menu

Left Panel (chat_left)

  • • Panel close button
  • • Dynamic content area
  • • Navigation menus
  • • Room information

Right Panel (chat_right)

  • • User list
  • • Friend list
  • • Staff list
  • • Group calls
  • • User search

Actual Input System Structure

Based on the real CodyChat code analysis, here's how the input system actually works:

Main Chat Input (main_input)

  • • Plus button (+) for addons & file uploads
  • • Emoticon button (☺)
  • • Text input field
  • • Send button (paper plane)
  • • File upload support
  • • Quote system integration

Private Chat Input (private_input)

  • • Plus button (+) for addons & file uploads
  • • Emoticon button (☺)
  • • Message input field
  • • Send button
  • • File upload support
  • • Quote system integration
Important: The + button sub-options are actually addons and file uploads. Each chat may have different addons, so we can only provide generic information about this feature.
The actual input system includes emoticon panels, file upload progress bars, and quote controllers that integrate with the main chat

Staff Coordination

Work together with other staff members to maintain a positive community environment.

Best Practices

  • • Communicate before taking major actions
  • • Document reasons for moderation
  • • Be consistent with rule enforcement
  • • Escalate serious issues to admins

Communication Tools

  • • Staff chat rooms
  • • Private messaging
  • • Report coordination
  • • Action logging

Staff Quick Reference

Warn First

Always warn before taking action

Document Actions

Keep records of all moderation

Work Together

Coordinate with other staff

Practical Navigation Tips

Staff Panel Navigation

Use the navigation tabs for quick access to all sections
Moderation tools are grouped by functionality
User management tools are in the left sidebar
Room controls are accessible from the main interface
Reports are managed in the dedicated reports section

Efficiency Tips
Always warn users before taking moderation action
Document all actions for accountability
Coordinate with other staff members
Use the quick reference for common tasks
Monitor room activity regularly