How does everybody like the new look?

[Wu Wei]

Yeah, about the new look, Either some tools are missing, or I just can't seem to find them. Example Spoiler alert type stuff

 

[Debater Slayer]

Yeah, about the new look, Either some tools are missing, or I just can't seem to find them. Example Spoiler alert type stuff

The spoiler tag can be generated using [ spoiler=*reason here* ] *post here* [/ spoiler ] (without spaces):

Spoiler: For testing

Test.

You can also use the struckthrough-eye icon in the post-editor toolbar to automatically generate the spoiler tag:

Spoiler: For testing

Test.

 

[IndigoChild5559]

This is just the nature of a forum update.

I appreciate the need to update, but in this case, they chose software that was NOT an update -- it does LESS than the previous software.

 

[IndigoChild5559]

The spoiler tag can be generated using [ spoiler=*reason here* ] *post here* [/ spoiler ] (without spaces):

Spoiler: For testing

Test.

You can also use the struckthrough-eye icon in the post-editor toolbar to automatically generate the spoiler tag:

Spoiler: For testing

Test

Honestly, there is software out there that allows you to do things like spoiler, indent, numbering, and divide quotes in an intuitive fashion without the need to remember all these long handed ways to type out the commands.

Why update the forum to software that is so basic? I mean, isn't the idea of updates supposed to improve things?

 

[Debater Slayer]

Honestly, there is software out there that allows you to do things like spoiler, indent, numbering, and divide quotes in an intuitive fashion without the need to remember all these long handed ways to type out the commands.

Spoiler tags can be generated using a single button, as I explained in my post. I just gave both methods to do it (i.e., the code and the button).

Division of quotes also happens automatically when you place the cursor at the end of a line inside a quote and start a new line/paragraph.

As for indenting and numbering, the buttons for those will be back. See here:

Toolbar in the Post Editor: Screenshots Needed

Hi, everyone, Multiple members have requested that the buttons for indenting text and creating bullet lists be reinstated in the post editor. We can do this via the admin CP, but the toolbar looks different depending on the device and size of the screen from which a user is browsing. I need...

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Why update the forum to software that is so basic? I mean, isn't the idea of updates supposed to improve things?

This is only the first stage of the update. A lot of features don't come with the base software and need to be added through widgets or other methods. The owners are currently working on adding or reinstating requested features.

 

[Rival]

I appreciate the need to update, but in this case, they chose software that was NOT an update -- it does LESS than the previous software.

Yes, because the former software was so old that none of the plugins work, so we essentially have to start from scratch. I'm not sure how much you know about forum software but it's often like a pick 'n' mix; you first install the basic software (in our case the update) and then you have to add on the extra features - they don't come with the software or the update, even if the forum is the same. So every time you update you are essentially working with a partially blank slate, especially if, as in our case, the previous forum software was so old none of the plugins (additional features such as new threads widget) work with the new software. But you have to get the new software first.

 

[osgart]

Well, it was either the new update or closing down the forum because the old software was very outdated and unstable. I can't speak for everyone else, but I'd rather have a new update with some minor issues (and annoyances) than have the entire forum shut down. And, FWIW, the update isn't finished yet.

The features they need to bring back are featured threads, the list of new threads, and the frubals they had before. The appearance is nicer though.

 

[crossfire]

It dosent negate the ads are still running in the background. Hiding them by blockers dosent do much, unless of course the hardware can handle it for those lucky enough to aquire high end machines.

Um, yes it does. I only get ads when I'm signed out.

 

[exchemist]

Um, yes it does. I only get ads when I'm signed out.

Ah, I was wondering where Lucia had gone. I'll miss her. But not the ads for engineering equipment, prostate treatments and funeral services......

 

[Rival]

But not the ads for engineering equipment, prostate treatments and funeral services......

I don't like that these are grouped together

 

[exchemist]

I don't like that these are grouped together

Yes I suppose they should be in sequence: prostate treatment -> funerals services -> engineering equipment (for digging graves). But so far I'm pretty healthy, apart from the dicky ticker and a few other minor ailments. (And, er, Lucia would come before prostate treatments, obvs.)

 

[exchemist]

I hate the new look. Not only is it bland and harder to read, with smaller print and less contrast, but I especially hate it that there is nothing to indicate the religion of the person to whom I'm speaking. It deprives me of a lot of context for what they are posting. Please, do a course correction.

The contrast problem, which also bothered me, can be fixed as follows:-

- Go to your "account", by clicking your name in the bar at the top,
- Select Preferences
- Select Style
- Choose "Default"
- and finally, most importantly and not very obvious, look down at the bottom of your screen and you will see a button called "Save". Click that.

You will find the colours change and text becomes clearer.

 

[Brickjectivity]

I have not yet tested all of the features. As of today none of the changes much affect me except that I love being able to see past threads, and I like the new color scheme. I also think that the change has generated new interest from old members.

 

[Wandering Monk]

Where is the View Unread Posts option for threads I am following?

 

[SalixIncendium]

Where is the View Unread Posts option for threads I am following?

Is this what you're looking for?

 

[Wandering Monk]

Is this what you're looking for?

View attachment 72599

No. When I see the list of threads I am watching there used to be an option to go to the first unread post in the thread.

 

[SalixIncendium]

No. When I see the list of threads I am watching there used to be an option to go to the first unread post in the thread.

If you click on watched threads, when you click on a thread itself, it will go to the first unread post.

 

[Heyo]

If you click on watched threads, when you click on a thread itself, it will go to the first unread post.

@Wandering Monk: Additionally, there is a "Jump to new" button in the thread.

 

[Dan From Smithville]

I've noticed that it does not automatically log me out after being inactive. I'll have to get used to doing that, rather than looking like I'm on here 24/7.

 

[nPeace]

You have the option to use the Xenforo default style under preferences, but that's way too much blue...even for me.

The blue is cool. It's cool with both light and dark themes.
The orange is a good choice for both themes also.
Well, at least to me. Everyone sees differently.