Hello! Let me see how many of these I know!

What are those colored parenthesis? Those mean the statement inside the parenthesis are from the games built in auto translator. To use that feature, start typing something then press tab to populate the auto translate. I use it for Congratulations all the time because I am lazy! XD

Is everyone else a bit tired of the UI, as well? I've gotten rather use to it at this point. Over time you learn to work with its quirks. No doubt it could be better and will be eventually.

Is there any way to pop up more than one hotbar, rather than cycle through them? Not that I am aware of. You can make Macros to make triggering multiple abilities easier.

Is there a way to unlock the battle camera? I like re-situating it during battle, since half the mobs I fight move on me. Yes you can! Got to Menu then Configuration then Target Settings > Under Targeting Type select Type B then under Target Cursor Type select Type C

Is there discussion on 'notches' and 'chop at' and stuff, and how...they should be labeled? I'm wondering just how the tradeskill communities (mooglebox.com, for example) were even able to figure this out and why a normal player can't figure this out. This website should help! Its a lil hard to explain http://www.disciplesoftheland.com

How do I know what element a monster is? Unless its obvious, I have no idea how you tell.

Someone finally told me the command to turn off the character's helm display. Where do you find out these text commands? The text command is /display head on or /display head off

Where do you find out valid macro commands and functions (like if I put one ability and its combo ability, will it function, why and why not?) I dont know where you can find a list of these! >.< I just know them! Try searching on google and such for a list! Several good resource sites out there!

Is there any discussion on making the map window more user-friendly? No Idea

A.C.R.O.N.Y.M.S. Is there a list somewhere with the definitions? Like WS...I know that's an ability, but I have no clue what it stands for. AF, too. Most are Final Fantasy 11 references! I didnt play 11 but I have picked up the meaning for these from just asking people. AF = Artifact Gear i.e. the fancy new gear that just came out! WS = weapon skill! If someone uses an acronym you dont know, just ask! The FFXIV community is very helpful! =)

Is there a way to accurately predict how much damage an ability will do, especially over another? Finding a personal cast-order is difficult. Just takes time and practice

Is there an easier way to shoot someone a /tell? Ctrl+R

How can I change the target filter? Press the "up" arrow and cycle to "Enemy"

Is there a way to not be able to target my own character? Just be on "Enemy" target lock but there is no way to element yourself that I am aware of

What are factions for? I was finally able to get a leve because of it, but...looked no different than a normal leve. Fraction leves give extra reward such as gil and gear

Hope that helps dear! I'm not an expert sooooo if any of these answers are a lil vague, I'm sure someone else in the community can clear it up for you! Take care!