if .. would

[Anonymous]

Please tell me the difference in meaning.

1. If you would open the door, I'd be very grateful.
2. If you opened the door, I'd be very grateful.

Thanks.

[Rusty]

Please tell me the difference in meaning.

1. If you would open the door, I'd be very grateful.
2. If you opened the door, I'd be very grateful.

Thanks.

1. If you would open the door, I'd be very grateful. (A polite request).
2. If you opened the door, I'd be very grateful. (A statement of what would happen if you opened the door. This could be taken as a polite request).