Screenshot Rules?
I noticed a few deviants posting screenshots they took from movies (NOT their own) and displaying them (as-is) in their galleries.
Is there anything in the rules about this?
It doesn't seem quite right...
Is there anything in the rules about this?
It doesn't seem quite right...
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You're right, Screenshot RULES!! 
Report and move along.
Not allowed, report.
Also, could you report any demotivator groups you find?
Also, could you report any demotivator groups you find?
Ok, but how do I explain to the deviant it is against the rules?
Could you tell me where it says those are not allowed so I can quote?
What are demotivator groups?
Could you tell me where it says those are not allowed so I can quote?
What are demotivator groups?
Forget about it. Attempting to explain makes things worse, and linking+reporting could get you banned from reporting. Just do it quietly.
You know about those stupid motivational posters? Groups filled with em. Those break the rules, and groups shouldn't harbor criminal activity.
You know about those stupid motivational posters? Groups filled with em. Those break the rules, and groups shouldn't harbor criminal activity.
Ok. Thanks.
Ooohhh, gotch. Yeah, I'll keep my eyes open for them.
Ooohhh, gotch. Yeah, I'll keep my eyes open for them.
Also, do remember to resist the urge to taunt users should their works be removed. But you can dance on their grave, and should they return and flub up, get them banned again.
Worry not, taunting someone unnecessarily is not something I want to do. Thanks for the advice. 
Not allowed as it's not theirs.
Where is it in the rules so I can quote?
Thanks
Those are not allowed. Report them.
Where is it in the rules so I can quote?
FAQ #8: What are violations of the deviantART copyright policy?
The copyright policy is over here: [link]
The copyright policy is over here: [link]
Thanks.
What if they say, "I got this from such-and-such a movie" instead of saying "this is mine." It's still stealing, right?
What if they say, "I got this from such-and-such a movie" instead of saying "this is mine." It's still stealing, right?
It doesn't matter what they say, it still breaks the rules if it's a screenshot.
Ok. Good to know.
Basically dA only allows original artwork to be submitted. Screencaps are not original work and don't belong here.
Yup.
Ok, thanks.