As David says, it's just somebody who claps any amount of times for a piece -- but dunno about the membership or full-read status -- David seems to be up to speed on that! -- As for 49 claps -- this is the new black, I know! My theory -- it is like the green zero on the roulette wheel - it gives the house a permanent advantage [their pay percentage from the total pool] an advantage over those who reciprocate with 50 claps -- must be because it's no blip -- it is a trend!