And lifted up when you are “going” and promptly returned to the down position when you are done. Guys are a pretty good aim, lots of practice, but not that good.
And the lid, as well, before flushing. Keeps the stink down and the toilet 8spray in one place.
Don’t believe me? Try flushing with lid up, in your shorts. And then with lid down.
The toilet seat is the antenna to the female mother ship. It is “Off” when in the up position.