Hi all
The GMG forum software has been updated to the latest version 2.1.3. This is a bare-bones install with no modifications of customisations. As such it will look a little generic. The functionality remains the same, and all boards, topics and posts should have been transcribed. Over the next few days, I will customise the forum to improve the look and tailor it better for our members.
Why was the update necessary? The old version was not being maintained with bug fixes and security patches, so it was becoming vulnerable to bots and malware. The old version was never designed to be viewed on small devices, such a phones and tablets. The buttons were too small for fingers, and some functionality was not available. The new version flows smoothly from full desktop size to tiny phone size, while keeping functionality.
New features:
Alert notifications
WYSIWYG editor
Draft messages (write now, revise and send later)
Mentions of @otherusers
Drag and Drop attachments
Improved moderating functions
GDPR compliance (essential for European standards)
Security updates
Backend server compatibility improvements
Please let me know if you notice any issues.
cheers
Rob
Goodness, it looks different!
But logged back in no problems. And I don't think that's just because I'm so local. :laugh:
EDIT: Actually, the location field seems to have gone, which is interesting.
It's been so long ago, I don't even know what my password is...
Let's see if this works.
Herman
Quote from: Madiel on November 22, 2022, 10:52:13 PMGoodness, it looks different!
Very different, actually.
I don't see my avatar at all but this is the least of the problems. I don't see "Read Unread topics" and "Read Replies to Topics You Visited" anymore. Honestly, it's worse than the previous version but what option do I have except get used to it? ;D
Many of the changes will take a while to get used to, especially for oldies such as myself. You may need to enable or re-enable certain features within your profile.
Joining the queue of old folks having to get used to the new (neater) layout ;D
Working ok so far this end (UK). Definitely seems faster on the laptop. Will check the mobile later.
Only had to re-set my local time in the profile settings for now.
Quote from: Florestan on November 22, 2022, 11:28:43 PMVery different, actually.
I don't see my avatar at all but this is the least of the problems. I don't see "Read Unread topics" and "Read Replies to Topics You Visited" anymore. Honestly, it's worse than the previous version but what option do I have except get used to it? ;D
I can see your avatar, and both of those things are in the top right hand corner.
Quote from: Madiel on November 23, 2022, 12:58:21 AMI can see your avatar,
I can see all avatars too. What I mean is that in the old version my avatar was permanently displayed in the top left corner. Now in the top left corner it's only my username and if I click it a pop up appears with my avatar and the forum settings.
Quoteand both of those things are in the top right hand corner.
Thanks. I had noticed them right there earlier.
Actually, the new layout is the same as that of
Talk Classical. It will take a while to get used to it but it's not really a big problem.
"Many of the changes will take a while to get used to, especially for oldies such as myself. " - indeed....
But it all looks nice & neat. Reading is easy.
Peter - the Low countries.
Quote from: Florestan on November 23, 2022, 01:25:33 AMI can see all avatars too. What I mean is that in the old version my avatar was permanently displayed in the top left corner. Now in the top left corner it's only my username and if I click it a pop up appears with my avatar and the forum settings.
Ah yes, I see what you mean.
Technically, the avatar IS there next to your name but it's absolutely tiny. If I squint I can just make out my glowing lyre.
That was a surprise! Good to see it's back, I was concerned that Elon Musk had taken over GMG. :)
Quote from: Madiel on November 23, 2022, 01:34:40 AMAh yes, I see what you mean.
Technically, the avatar IS there next to your name but it's absolutely tiny. If I squint I can just make out my glowing lyre.
Ah yes, I see it now. A magnifying glass would help. :)
Wow, surely different, but not bad at all! After a little confusion because of the new layout, it's easy to get used to this.
Unmtil now I do not get emails from GMG, although I put all the settings in the right position I think!
Not all postings has a reply button
My pw was remembered through the change, so this worked well. The new features sound nice. The new look will take me some time getting used to it, although for some reason it does look oddly familiar, I think I was in another forum with a similar design years ago, in some ways it seems more old fashioned (like early 2000s) than the old look
Quote from: Jo498 on November 23, 2022, 03:30:41 AMin some ways it seems more old fashioned (like early 2000s) than the old look
Yes, the old look was decidedly better.
QuoteThe old version was never designed to be viewed on small devices, such a phones and tablets. The buttons were too small for fingers, and some functionality was not available. The new version flows smoothly from full desktop size to tiny phone size, while keeping functionality.
For this reason alone, thank you, Rob! This new one looks and works so much better on my phone!
Thank you so much Rob for all of your efforts in keeping this forum alive, safe, and functioning well. :)
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 23, 2022, 04:16:14 AMThank you so much Rob for all of your efforts in keeping this forum alive, safe, and functioning well. :)
PD
+1
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 22, 2022, 10:31:20 PMAlert notifications
Draft messages (write now, revise and send later)
Mentions of @otherusers
These three features are especially exciting. I write long messages occasionally that could use a draft feature, and know there are some GMGers who write messages in MS Word first before posting. Mentioning other users so that they see something (a long-delayed reply, for example) could be really helpful!
One more feature that is new and good is the one I am using now to type this: "quick edit," where you can edit your post without having to reopen the composition webpage. Saves a little bit of time/web traffic/data on mobile.
I think this new version also supports a positivity-only "likes" feature for posts (i.e., no "dislikes"), which on other forums people use either to express thanks for a comment or to simply acknowledge its helpfulness without fully replying. Something we could think about, at least.
Looking forward to the customized look instead of this very blue situation. 8)
Maybe profile modifications like location or subscriber badges are settings that just need to be toggled, rather than "bugs".
All good I think - well done to the folk who no doubt have put a lot of work into ensuring this smooth transition to the new format. The ease of use/viewing on phones etc is a definite plus for sure and worth the trade off of an (initially) unfamiliar look. Thankyou!
One note, on the posting/replying screen, I'm not yet seeing the buttons for WYSIWYG toggle, draft saving, or tagging other users.
EDIT: Oh, found the WYSIWYG button, it's the document page icon on the far right. Hey, while you're clicking it, try the new maximize button too!!
Quote from: Brian on November 23, 2022, 04:35:55 AMOne note, on the posting/replying screen, I'm not yet seeing the buttons for WYSIWYG toggle, draft saving, or tagging other users.
EDIT: Oh, found the WYSIWYG button, it's the document page icon on the far right. Hey, while you're clicking it, try the new maximize button too!!
Brian,
What is the WYSIWYG button used for? :-[
PD
Thanks, Rob, for this dramatic update! Liking the new look so far, and inserting images is much easier than with the previous version.
-Bruce
(https://emilypost.com/client_media/images/ways-to-be-thankful.jpg)
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 23, 2022, 04:47:37 AMBrian,
What is the WYSIWYG button used for? :-[
PD
If you toggle it on, instead of having to use the code tags with brackets [], you can bold, italicize, link, etc text just like in MS Word and see it exactly as it will appear in the published product. "What You See Is What You Get"!
Quote from: Brian on November 23, 2022, 05:01:10 AMIf you toggle it on, instead of having to use the code tags with brackets [], you can bold, italicize, link, etc text just like in MS Word and see it exactly as it will appear in the published product. "What You See Is What You Get"!
Cool! Thanks!
PD
Thanks Rob :)
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 23, 2022, 04:16:14 AMThank you so much Rob for all of your efforts in keeping this forum alive, safe, and functioning well. :)
PD
Another big
+1!...
Quote from: Brian on November 23, 2022, 04:30:00 AMThese three features are especially exciting. I write long messages occasionally that could use a draft feature, and know there are some GMGers who write messages in MS Word first before posting. Mentioning other users so that they see something (a long-delayed reply, for example) could be really helpful!
One more feature that is new and good is the one I am using now to type this: "quick edit," where you can edit your post without having to reopen the composition webpage. Saves a little bit of time/web traffic/data on mobile.
I think this new version also supports a positivity-only "likes" feature for posts (i.e., no "dislikes"), which on other forums people use either to express thanks for a comment or to simply acknowledge its helpfulness without fully replying. Something we could think about, at least.
Looking forward to the customized look instead of this very blue situation. 8)
Maybe profile modifications like location or subscriber badges are settings that just need to be toggled, rather than "bugs".
I've already forgotten what the site used to look like. :)
One quirk I notice is that the quote text seems to have a bigger font than the normal text. Maybe that is browser dependent.
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 23, 2022, 02:12:36 AMThat was a surprise! Good to see it's back, I was concerned that Elon Musk had taken over GMG. :)
8)
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 23, 2022, 07:50:33 AMI'll give a +1 for updating the forum software (and I actually like the new look, massively), and another +1 for having the forum in the first place and all your efforts to keep it running.
But, that said: it seems a bit of a jump from December 2021's 2.0.19 to today's 2.1.3, too. There were a number of releases of the 2.1 family throughout 2022: what exactly is the upgrade policy here? I'd prefer more frequent security patches than infrequent version/functionality jumps, basically.
And I still would appreciate it if you'd fix the fact that subscriber badges seem to have vanished.
I see your badge.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 23, 2022, 08:00:58 AMReally? That's a shame, because it means the problem is more pernicious than I thought! I'd like to see my own badge, please!
I don't see your badge, or anyone else's who is subscriber for that matter. I see all members as GMG Veteran.
Quote from: Florestan on November 23, 2022, 08:09:08 AMI don't see your badge, or anyone else's who is subscriber for that matter. I see all members as GMG Veteran.
Well, color me confused @absolutelybaching I mistook that for a badge.
Nice update. This should bring more women to the forum.
....
....
.... or not.
I would like to say thank you to Rob for keeping things going!
Best Wishes to all!
(Times New Roman "4" as a standard would be nice for my aging eyes!) 0:)
This is very nice, and I appreciate the YT addition.
Quote from: George on November 23, 2022, 04:10:07 AMFor this reason alone, thank you, Rob! This new one looks and works so much better on my phone!
I'm trying it on my phone now and yes, it's an improvement in that setting.
Thanks a lot for the update, the site looks very nice to say the least.
Rob,
I must admit that like Absol. Bach. that my biggest concern would have to do with security/safety updates (as soon as possible). We do also realize that you have a life outside of your beautiful creation though. ;) Again, thank you (as I had mentioned earlier here). I'm very grateful that a place like this exists.
Best wishes,
PD
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 22, 2022, 10:31:20 PMHi all
The GMG forum software has been updated to the latest version 2.1.3. This is a bare-bones install with no modifications of customisations. As such it will look a little generic. The functionality remains the same, and all boards, topics and posts should have been transcribed. Over the next few days, I will customise the forum to improve the look and tailor it better for our members.
Why was the update necessary? The old version was not being maintained with bug fixes and security patches, so it was becoming vulnerable to bots and malware. The old version was never designed to be viewed on small devices, such a phones and tablets. The buttons were too small for fingers, and some functionality was not available. The new version flows smoothly from full desktop size to tiny phone size, while keeping functionality.
New features:
Alert notifications
WYSIWYG editor
Draft messages (write now, revise and send later)
Mentions of @otherusers
Drag and Drop attachments
Improved moderating functions
GDPR compliance (essential for European standards)
Security updates
Backend server compatibility improvements
Please let me know if you notice any issues.
cheers
Rob
Thanks, Rob!
If possible, can the yellow NEW button that now appears
before thread name(s) with new posts be moved back to the end of the thread name, where it was before?
Quote from: George on November 23, 2022, 04:30:01 PMThanks, Rob!
If possible, can the yellow NEW button that now appears before thread name(s) with new posts be moved back to the end of the thread name, where it was before?
Nope, that's hard-coded.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 23, 2022, 08:42:56 AMNo problem. It's supposed to have a "GMG:Veteran" badge, and an "S:Subscriber" badge. The one is showing, the other is not.
The old forum showed multiple badges, such as Veteran user as well as Subscriber, if relevant. That was done with a hack that I hard coded, and not a standard part of the software.
The new software does not have the ability to show multiple badges, and I have not got into the guts of the code to modify it. So you only get one badge.
I am considering scrapping the subscriber system altogether. I very much appreciate the financial support, but with PayPal changes it is no longer automated, so I have to manually adjust each subscribers profile when their subscription changes.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 23, 2022, 05:11:58 PMI am considering scrapping the subscriber system altogether. I very much appreciate the financial support, but with PayPal changes it is no longer automated, so I have to manually adjust each subscribers profile when their subscription changes.
Is it possible to implement some sort of "tip jar" system where people who want to help support the forum can leave one-time donations as desired? If needed, there could be an annual or semiannual reminder campaign to urge people to use the tip jar.
Quote from: Brian on November 23, 2022, 05:58:35 PMIs it possible to implement some sort of "tip jar" system where people who want to help support the forum can leave one-time donations as desired? If needed, there could be an annual or semiannual reminder campaign to urge people to use the tip jar.
Great idea!
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 23, 2022, 02:37:23 PMRob,
I must admit that like Absol. Bach. that my biggest concern would have to do with security/safety updates (as soon as possible). We do also realize that you have a life outside of your beautiful creation though. ;) Again, thank you (as I had mentioned earlier here). I'm very grateful that a place like this exists.
Best wishes,
PD
"We do also realize that you have a life outside of your beautiful creation though."
Yes, what PD said!
Quote from: Brian on November 23, 2022, 05:58:35 PMIs it possible to implement some sort of "tip jar" system where people who want to help support the forum can leave one-time donations as desired? If needed, there could be an annual or semiannual reminder campaign to urge people to use the tip jar.
This idea sounds good, and possibly easier to implement than keeping track of subscriptions.
I'm really liking the new interface. More airy and open, and has some very convenient new features that are more in line with what other platforms can do.
-Bruce
I'd like to thank Rob for all his work. The new look seems fine, but I do have a question...
What is "Updated Topics" supposed to be and why does it show a different listing than "Unread Posts"? I don't remember it from the old software.
Quote from: JBS on November 23, 2022, 07:44:07 PMWhat is "Updated Topics" supposed to be and why does it show a different listing than "Unread Posts"?
"Unread Posts" shows all new posts that you have not seen
"Updated Topics" shows all new replies in a topic you have previously posted on.
...I think.
password reset panel?
Quote from: Scion7 on November 23, 2022, 08:20:03 PMpassword reset panel?
Click your Profile at the very top left, and choose "Account Settings"
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 23, 2022, 08:16:52 PM"Unread Posts" shows all new posts that you have not seen
"Updated Topics" shows all new replies in a topic you have previously posted on.
...I think.
Yup.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 23, 2022, 08:23:45 PMClick your Profile at the very top left, and choose "Account Settings"
Sorry, I wasn't clear. I meant "forgotten password reset" (sends one an email, etc.)
How do you add a picture in the new space age GMG forum please?
If the picture is hosted online and you know the URL, click the picture icon and fill in the details.
If you want to add a picture on your computer or device as an attachment, click "Attachments and other options" and drag the picture to the window. Attachments is not available on all boards.
Quote from: vandermolen on November 24, 2022, 12:56:44 AMHow do you add a picture in the new space age GMG forum please?
In the icons bar above the message body there is an icon (to the right of the Youtuobe one) which looks like a picture. Place the cursor on it and it reads "Insert an image". Click on it and a pop up appears where you can specifiy, if you wish, the dimensions of the picture. When you're done, click "Insert".
Quote from: vandermolen on November 24, 2022, 12:56:44 AMHow do you add a picture in the new space age GMG forum please?
I had trouble finding it too. Use the icon just to the right of the YouTube icon.
Quote from: George on November 24, 2022, 01:07:03 AMI had trouble finding it too. Use the icon just to the right of the YouTube icon.
Many thanks :)
+ for the other helpful suggestions.
Sorry - but still can't do it (post picture)
The pictures that I like posting (CD covers usually) are invariably saved under'photos'on my laptop. In the old system, unless the image was too big, it was relatively easy to post them. In the new system I can find the picture image (which looks like a TV screen) next to You Tube, but I'm not sure what to do next.
Man, it is SO much nicer browsing GMG on my phone now. HUGE improvement!
Quote from: vandermolen on November 24, 2022, 01:20:43 AMSorry - but still can't do it (post picture)
The pictures that I like posting (CD covers usually) are invariably saved under'photos'on my laptop. In the old system, unless the image was too big, it was relatively easy to post them. In the new system I can find the picture image (which looks like a TV screen) next to You Tube, but I'm not sure what to do next.
If you want to insert an image from your computer you should use the "Attachments and other options" under the message body. The icon is only for inserting images from URLs.
Quote from: Florestan on November 24, 2022, 01:22:37 AMIf you want to insert an image from your computer you should use the "Attachments and other options" under the message body.
This is only showing if you go via "User Actions" > "Reply".
It does not show via "Quick Reply" or "Quote" of a post.
Quote from: Florestan on November 24, 2022, 01:22:37 AMIf you want to insert an image from your computer you should use the "Attachments and other options" under the message body. The icon is only for inserting images from URLs.
Thank you Andrei! I'll have another go.
PS
Success! Thanks everyone.
Quote from: Papy Oli on November 24, 2022, 01:26:55 AMThis is only showing if you go via "User Actions" > "Reply".
It does not show via "Quick Reply" or "Quote" of a post.
Good point!
Quote from: George on November 24, 2022, 01:22:03 AMMan, it is SO much nicer browsing GMG on my phone now. HUGE improvement!
Very much so! 8)
If we want to subscribe to a thread now without posting in it (and without email notification), how do we do that?
Quote from: George on November 24, 2022, 01:30:10 AMIf we want to subscribe to a thread now without posting in it (and without email notification), how do we do that?
Click the golden Alert bell in the top left corner then settings in the pop up window. Lots of alerts options there. You might find what you need there. :)
Quote from: Papy Oli on November 24, 2022, 01:26:55 AMThis is only showing if you go via "User Actions" > "Reply".
It does not show via "Quick Reply" or "Quote" of a post.
Yes, I noticed that. I don't care for Quick Reply but not being able to insert images from computer via "Quote" is quite annoying, honestly.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 24, 2022, 03:43:42 AMAgreed. I also don't particularly care for having to upload an image before posting a comment (it's an extra, separate step now, where before pointing to an image file was sufficient, without needing to explicitly 'upload' it. It would be nice if uploads could be automated.
If you mean inserting images by URL, you don't have to upload it first. Just copy-paste the URL in the pop up window which appears by clicking the "Insert an Image" icon and then click "Insert".
It may be an image he made/scanned, however - for those, you must post them on some host site and get a URL for adding here now.
Quote from: Scion7 on November 24, 2022, 03:53:02 AMIt may be an image he made/scanned, however - for those, you must post them on some host site and get a URL for adding here now.
Alternatively, you can quote the post to which you wish to add an image from computer, copy the whole thing and paste it into a "Reply" message body, where you have the Attachment option. Bit of a headache either way. This absence of Attachment from the Quote is the biggest bug of the new version so far.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 24, 2022, 04:16:26 AMNo, I was responding to your comment about "being able to insert images from computer".
All the imagery I use I upload from my PC, never linking to a third-party site. The old forum version let you point to a JPG on your disk, then you clicked 'Post', job done. Now, you point to a JPG, and have to click 'Upload', then post.
I see what you mean: after specifying the jpg you have to click twice instead of once.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 24, 2022, 04:16:26 AMNo, I was responding to your comment about "being able to insert images from computer".
All the imagery I use I upload from my PC, never linking to a third-party site. The old forum version let you point to a JPG on your disk, then you clicked 'Post', job done. Now, you point to a JPG, and have to click 'Upload', then post.
Correct.
The forum looks and feels good, so thanks from me for that.
There is one thing I'd like, though I appreciate the system may not allow it. I'd like to see a notification when someone has quoted one of my posts.
Just something for everyone to note, because it wasn't obvious for me. There is a difference between "quick edit" and "modify" -- modify is in the "more" menu. Basically modify includes formatting tools.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 24, 2022, 10:55:01 AMThe forum looks and feels good, so thanks from me for that.
+ 1
Quote from: Mandrykahere is one thing I'd like, though I appreciate the system may not allow it. I'd like to see a notification when someone has quoted one of my posts.
This would be a nice feature.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 24, 2022, 10:55:01 AMI'd like to see a notification when someone has quoted one of my posts.
But hey, this is exactly what this new version does: even if I am on a different tab than GMG a notification appears in the bottom right corner of the screen (I use Firefox).
I think we can do that now.
Click on the arrow next to your avatar, then click on Notifications, and choose from the variety of options offered there.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 24, 2022, 10:55:01 AMThe forum looks and feels good, so thanks from me for that.
There is one thing I'd like, though I appreciate the system may not allow it. I'd like to see a notification when someone has quoted one of my posts.
Just something for everyone to note, because it wasn't obvious for me. There is a difference between "quick edit" and "modify" -- modify is in the "more" menu. Basically modify includes formatting tools.
You can get notification if somebody quotes your post. if you go to the top left and click near your avatar and then click on notifications you'll find the ability to enable this in there.
Quote from: JBS on November 24, 2022, 11:04:59 AMI think we can do that now.
Click on the arrow next to your avatar, then click on Notifications, and choose from the variety of options offered there.
Haha! I was typing the same.
JBS and George
Yes, you are right. Thanks for helping me to find this feature. :)
Yes, I got a message that someone had quoted my post. That seems like a nice new feature as, especially on the WAYLTN thread (which gets a lot of traffic), it's easy to miss a post directed at you.
In fact I have an alert that I've been quoted when I didn't go fiddling with the settings on this since the update. It was set that way already.
Quote from: Madiel on November 24, 2022, 11:29:53 AMIn fact I have an alert that I've been quoted when I didn't go fiddling with the settings on this since the update. It was set that way already.
This.
And it just worked perfectly. ;D
Quote from: Brian on November 23, 2022, 05:58:35 PMIs it possible to implement some sort of "tip jar" system where people who want to help support the forum can leave one-time donations as desired? If needed, there could be an annual or semiannual reminder campaign to urge people to use the tip jar.
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=37H5ZPFJFSXDC
Looks like we have one now!
In fact, this is the first I've tried reading GMG on my phone (at least, since I 86'ed Tapatalk) and it reads beautifully. Rob, you're an animal (in the best sense.)
Should we see ourselves in the onlines at the bottom of the main page? I used to see my user name but now only others ...
Quote from: Scion7 on November 24, 2022, 07:39:11 PMShould we see ourselves in the onlines at the bottom of the main page? I used to see my user name but now only others ...
I see mine there.
I loooove the new "Quote Selected Text" option so that you don't have to quote a whole post to reply to one little thing in it.
(I also hope that resolves the past issue where I would post a "New Releases" update with 25 image files, and then some people would quote-reply and replicate all 25 images over again. So much scrolling! But now people can highlight one image and quote that only.)
Quote from: Brian on November 24, 2022, 07:48:54 PMI loooove the new "Quote Selected Text" option so that you don't have to quote a whole post to reply to one little thing in it.
(I also hope that resolves the past issue where I would post a "New Releases" update with 25 image files, and then some people would quote-reply and replicate all 25 images over again. So much scrolling! But now people can highlight one image and quote that only.)
I used that feature just now, much easier than quoting the entire post and trying to delete the extraneous stuff, which is next to impossible if there are lots of images.
That, and the improved experience on my phone are big advantages, and I see no downside. All the features which I typically used (such as linking or including images) seem to have been preserved with minor modification.
Quote from: Brian on November 24, 2022, 07:48:54 PMI loooove the new "Quote Selected Text" option so that you don't have to quote a whole post to reply to one little thing in it.
(I also hope that resolves the past issue where I would post a "New Releases" update with 25 image files, and then some people would quote-reply and replicate all 25 images over again. So much scrolling! But now people can highlight one image and quote that only.)
Where is that option? I don't see it.
Quote from: Florestan on November 24, 2022, 11:16:32 PMWhere is that option?
Highlight a part of a post and the "quote selected text" button shows up.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 24, 2022, 11:58:14 PMHighlight a part of a post and the "quote selected text" button shows up.
Many thanks, Rob. This is indeed a most useful new feature.
I have just discovered a new feature: you can make an image from the computer appear in the message body, not as a separate attachment under it. All you have to do is click "Insert" after clicking "Upload". Don't forget to delete the uploaded image from the Attachment bar, though, otherwise it will appear twice, both in the message body and under it as a separate attachment.
How do we like a post??
This is like Christmas, everyone finding new toys ;D
Am I right in thinking the location field has gone? Is it visible somewhere that I've missed?
Canberra is still listed in my profile but I'm not seeing it on posts like I used to. I can see it on other people's profile pages too but I don't frequently look at those.
Vaguely reminds me I should actually meet Rob... he might even be within walking distance these days...
Quote from: Madiel on November 25, 2022, 05:25:15 AMAm I right in thinking the location field has gone? Is it visible somewhere that I've missed?
Canberra is still listed in my profile but I'm not seeing it on posts like I used to. I can see it on other people's profile pages too but I don't frequently look at those.
Vaguely reminds me I should actually meet Rob... he might even be within walking distance these days...
I see all locations, my own included.
Quote from: Madiel on November 25, 2022, 05:25:15 AMAm I right in thinking the location field has gone? Is it visible somewhere that I've missed?
Canberra is still listed in my profile but I'm not seeing it on posts like I used to. I can see it on other people's profile pages too but I don't frequently look at those.
Vaguely reminds me I should actually meet Rob... he might even be within walking distance these days...
I seem to recall you use your phone. When I use my tablet if I have it in portrait mode it shows little more than your name. If I turn it in landscape mode it looks just like it does on my computer, including all profile information.
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I cannot find my time zone in the list anymore, Amsterdam-Berlin, which one do I have to select when not the one mentioned.
Quote from: Harry on November 25, 2022, 06:36:40 AMI cannot find my time zone in the list anymore, Amsterdam-Berlin, which one do I have to select when not the one mentioned.
What time is it right now in The Netherlands?
Quote from: Brian on November 24, 2022, 07:48:54 PMI loooove the new "Quote Selected Text" option so that you don't have to quote a whole post to reply to one little thing in it.
I was going to ask where this is/was, but I figgered it out.
Grazie.
Quote from: Florestan on November 25, 2022, 02:37:28 AMI have just discovered a new feature: you can make an image from the computer appear in the message body, not as a separate attachment under it. All you have to do is click "Insert" after clicking "Upload". Don't forget to delete the uploaded image from the Attachment bar, though, otherwise it will appear twice, both in the message body and under it as a separate attachment.
Interesting and helpful, thanks!
Quote from: Harry on November 25, 2022, 07:25:23 AM17:25
Then you should set it to UTC + 1, ie Central European Time, as Howard said.
Quote from: Florestan on November 25, 2022, 08:49:35 AMThen you should set it to UTC + 1, ie Central European Time, as Howard said.
Did it Andrei, thank you for thinking about it too!
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 25, 2022, 06:55:35 AMFrankly, I'm a bit gobsmacked at the rather cavalier 'Yeah, about those subscriptions... it's all a bit hard and I'm thinking of discontinuing them' comment that was made earlier.
I currently appear to be the only Silver Subscriber, because I moaned about it (given I'd just paid the subscription the day before, I bloody well expect the one tangible benefit from parting with my hard-earned to be still present! I'm happy for a refund if the site owner is not up to doing subscriptions any more...)
But I know I am not the only Silver Subscriber, and the lack of energy shown in transferring the details across somewhat annoys. It is a trivial bit of SQL. It should have been done on day 1.
I get it's a labour of love. But either do it right, or don't. You do not let people sign up for a paid-for benefit one day and withdraw it the next, because it's a bit of a faff sorting it out!
All Silver Subscribers transferred to the new software right now, please.
I'm also a Silver Subscriber but not currently designated as such.
Quote from: Harry on November 25, 2022, 08:53:35 AMDid it Andrei, thank you for thinking about it too!
Very good. My own time is Eastern European Time, UTC + 2.
Inserting and formatting images from URL is much easier now. A great improvement, this feature.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 25, 2022, 10:08:17 AMI do not know why you (and others I'm aware of) didn't.
Because it requires a manual adjustment and I haven't had time to do it yet. Patience, grasshopper. It's only day 3 of the new software, and even I am on my learner plates.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 25, 2022, 10:51:07 AMBecause it requires a manual adjustment and I haven't had time to do it yet. Patience, grasshopper. It's only day 3 of the new software, and even I am on my learner plates.
Which we well understand my friend, I know how much effort is going into this personal love affair, which GMG is, right? And the many mistresses on GMG who are demanding as only they can be. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I see now what I was missing about alerts. You don't know that there are unread alerts without clicking on the alerts button. Not a great problem but still, it would have been nice if the "new" badge thing appeared near your alerts button when there are unread ones.
Quote from: George on November 25, 2022, 03:54:33 AMHow do we like a post??
Like this
(https://media3.giphy.com/media/gPBKtKGk00TfD3D6mY/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e473ijz6k4jgki1wv52mbft34fkx87dup89zwz6v6uw&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g)
Quote from: Mandryka on November 25, 2022, 11:08:00 AMI see now what I was missing about alerts. You don't know that there are unread alerts without clicking on the alerts button. Not a great problem but still, it would have been nice if the "new" badge thing appeared near your alerts button when there are unread ones.
I get a badge showing the number of new alerts. Is this not showing for you?
Ah yes == can you make it red and flashing please! :)
Can I alert people with an @ ? I thought I saw a way yesterday but I don't see it now!
Quote from: Harry on November 25, 2022, 06:36:40 AMI cannot find my time zone in the list anymore, Amsterdam-Berlin, which one do I have to select when not the one mentioned.
Yes, the time zone options are very obscure. I will look into making it much easier.
Quote from: vandermolen on November 25, 2022, 08:57:49 AMI'm also a Silver Subscriber but not currently designated as such.
All existing Subscribers should be showing their status badge now. Please let me know if this isn't showing for you.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 25, 2022, 11:35:09 AMCan I alert people with an @ ? I thought I saw a way yesterday but I don't see it now!
@Mandryka Just type the @ character and type the first few letters of the member you want to tag. A list of members appears and you choose the one you want.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 25, 2022, 11:51:28 AMAll existing Subscribers should be showing their status badge now. Please let me know if this isn't showing for you.
Thanks
Rob - just came on for the afternoon and I now have the 'Silver Subscriber' badges showing - thanks. Dave :)
Little editing things have been 'fixed,' so here's refreshed appreciation for the upgrade!
@Dungeon Master that's what I thought happened before -- but now I don't get the list.
@Mandryka @Que
No!
(But I can see an alert saying that you mentioned me.)
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 25, 2022, 11:54:27 AM@Mandryka
Just type the @ character and type the first few letters of the member you want to tag. A list of members appears and you choose the one you want.
FWIW, that isn't my experience (maybe I'm doing it wrong...)
I have to say it: despite my initial reservation, the new version is definitely better than the older one. Thank you, Rob, for your effort and dedication --- and now that I think of it, why is it that you never take part in the talks? Are you more into operating and maintaining a classical music forum than into classical music itself? Inquiring minds want to know. ;D
Quote from: Gurn Blanston on November 25, 2022, 05:40:53 AMI seem to recall you use your phone. When I use my tablet if I have it in portrait mode it shows little more than your name. If I turn it in landscape mode it looks just like it does on my computer, including all profile information.
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Nope, not getting that when I turn my phone, and I don't think I had it on my computer either... will go and check that again.
Quote from: Madiel on November 25, 2022, 12:58:07 PMNope, not getting that when I turn my phone, and I don't think I had it on my computer either... will go and check that again.
This is what I see under your avatar and GMG Veteran badge:
Veteran member
Posts: 12,490
Location: Canberra, Australia
Currently Listening to:
Whatever's listed in my blog.
Logged
Quote from: Florestan on November 25, 2022, 01:00:48 PMThis is what I see under your avatar and GMG Veteran badge:
Veteran member
Posts: 12,490
Location: Canberra, Australia
Currently Listening to:
Whatever's listed in my blog.
Logged
Yeah, that's what I see too. I probably ought to look on my phone... :-\
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Quote from: Florestan on November 25, 2022, 01:00:48 PMThis is what I see under your avatar and GMG Veteran badge:
Veteran member
Posts: 12,490
Location: Canberra, Australia
Currently Listening to:
Whatever's listed in my blog.
Logged
Okay, I'm seeing all of that on the computer. I guess the phone just doesn't have enough real estate to include everything, which is fair enough.
I vary as to which one I use more. I suspect I've used the phone a lot more in the last few days because I browse while camped in front of the television if the soccer isn't totally gripping...
Quote from: Florestan on November 25, 2022, 12:17:27 PMI have to say it: despite my initial reservation, the new version is definitely better than the older one. Thank you, Rob, for your effort and dedication --- and now that I think of it, why is it that you never take part in the talks? Are you more into operating and maintaining a classical music forum than into classical music itself? Inquiring minds want to know. ;D
Florestan, I suspect that he's busy living his life like all of us. Maybe has less time/inclinations to spend it online (which is totally fair and natural). He's gone to a lot of efforts (and at personal expense) to create a forum (and maintain) for classical music lovers....including recs (like suggestions), a children's thread and so much more. I suspect that his life is busy and he's been really kind to keep this forum alive. And, yes, he does love classical music; I have no doubt of that.
Best,
PD
I think he is an avid reader of the board even if not replying regularly, also.
Message board software still receiving updates in 2022! Wow! And I see that we now can use two factor authentication if we so desire.
Oh man the listening thread loads so fast now with images immediately popping in! And posting is also way faster. Everything is just refreshingly swift.
Super inconsequential, but my eye is missing the "Like" button ....
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on November 25, 2022, 04:37:01 PMSuper inconsequential, but my eye is missing the "Like" button ....
Same here. I think right now, only Rob can "like" a post.
Quote from: George on November 25, 2022, 04:39:45 PMSame here. I think right now, only Rob can "like" a post.
Ah. we'll get there, then.
"Likes" and "@mentions" should be working for all now. Let me know yay or nay.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 25, 2022, 06:42:01 PM"Likes" and "@mentions" should be working for all now. Let me know yay or nay.
Definitely working on the Likes front. Smooth and easy toggling.
Learning multiple new features at once with this phone screenshot upload of Madiel's post. (I wasn't able to tag him though.)
Edit: Well that was hard. I need to reread the earlier post explaining how to upload an image and insert it without having it display twice.
Rob, congratulations on a successful update and many, many thanks for all your efforts to keep this forum afloat - for us! :)
I noticed you have already changed some settings to get things closer to the old look, which was plain and easy on the eye.
Looks good!!
But... I was wondering about the possibility of changing the rather odd text font in the reply/post feature? And the "buttons" in that feature are quite tiny (as are the emoticons, which also look a bit odd - I liked the old(fashioned) look better).
Quote from: Que on November 25, 2022, 11:36:58 PMRob, congratulations on a successful update and many, many thanks for all your efforts to keep this forum afloat - for us! :)
Indeed! Thank you,
Rob, for all the work and trouble! 8)
Quote from: Que on November 25, 2022, 11:36:58 PMBut... I was wondering about the possibility of changing the rather odd text font in the reply/post feature? And the "buttons" in that feature are quite tiny (as are the emoticons, which also look a bit odd - I liked the old(fashioned) look better).
There is nothing in the admin settings to change either of those, sorry.
I'm going to keep it like my e this for a month or two, let people get accustomed to the look, and if people still complain, I can delve into the coding.
I just noticed that we've lost all the pictures that were linked to Amazon through their ASIN code...
After Amazon started messing with their pictures, most of stopped using this feature but it used to be very popular and there were many of these linked pictures in the older posts.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 12:03:17 AMThere is nothing in the admin settings to change either of those, sorry.
I'm going to keep it like my e this for a month or two, let people get accustomed to the look, and if people still complain, I can delve into the coding.
Thanks for looking into it, Rob! :)
Can we embed media other then YouTube? Vimeo, Spotify, Soundcloud etc.
Can we have a private conversation with a group of invitees? Rather than a private message.
Can unfinished edits be auto-saved?
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 12:15:49 AMCan we embed media other then YouTube? Vimeo, Spotify, Soundcloud etc.
Can we have a private conversation with a group of invitees? Rather than a private message.
Can unfinished edits be auto-saved?
You can send a private message to multiple people if I recall correctly. But if you want a chat window... this is a message board. Message boards aren't designed for that. Even Meta separates Facebook and Messenger.
Quote from: Que on November 26, 2022, 12:06:49 AMI just noticed that we've lost all the pictures that were linked to Amazon through their ASIN code...
After Amazon started messing with their pictures, most of stopped using this feature but it used to be very popular and there were many of these linked pictures in the older posts.
The Amazon images button was my own programming hack of the old forum software. This new version is a clean install, and therefore does not include that previous hack.
I do plan to restore that function, but it will take a bit of time to work out where to code it in the new software.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 12:15:49 AMCan we embed media other then YouTube? Vimeo, Spotify, Soundcloud etc.
Can we have a private conversation with a group of invitees? Rather than a private message.
Can unfinished edits be auto-saved?
Woah there cowboy! So many requests after a whole new install.
The answer to all your questions is no. At least not natively.
If Spotify or Soundcloud are deemed to be vital by the community, I will look at finding a mod to install, or code my own. But not straight away.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 01:15:22 AMThe Amazon images button was my own programming hack of the old forum software. This new version is a clean install, and therefore does not include that previous hack.
I do plan to restore that function, but it will take a bit of time to work out where to code it in the new software.
And I already reconciled myself with the fact that they were gone - thanks!
I am very much opposed to the anonymous like button. People will post in order to be liked, not in order to express their considered opinions.
Someone above (I think
@Pohjolas Daughter ) said they were pleased that places like this still exist on the public internet. So am I. However, I think the like button is a step in the wrong direction.
Why do the images I post appear twice? :o :o
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 02:19:13 AMPeople will post in order to be liked, not in order to express their considered opinions.
You have a rather low opinion of your fellow GMGers... ;D
Quote from: vandermolen on November 26, 2022, 02:20:38 AMWhy do the images I post appear twice? :o :o
Because you don't delete the uploaded image in the Attachment bar after clicking Insert. If that's too much a trouble for you, then skip the Insert step altogether.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 02:17:21 AMCongratualations on being quite unnecessarily snarky
Yeah, you're right. I removed my post. You can ensure no trace of it will be left by removing your reply too.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 02:19:13 AMI am very much opposed to the anonymous like button.
I don't think its anonymous. Can you not click on the "4 People Liked this post" and see who they were? I can, but I am admin. Can regular members see who liked?
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 02:20:44 AM+1
Minus 1. The function of the Like button is to get rid of the need for posts that say nothing beyond indicating agreement.
EDIT: I actually find it kind of amusing that you just implemented a Like by another method in order to indicate your dislike of Likes. It's exactly the same behaviour. Only your method takes longer and takes up more room.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 02:19:13 AMI am very much opposed to the anonymous like button. People will post in order to be liked, not in order to express their considered opinions.
I think most people will post to express their opinion, no matter if it's liked or not.
And the "like" is not anonymous. We can all click on the number of likes in our post and see the names of the "likers".
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 03:22:26 AMI don't think its anonymous. Can you not click on the "4 People Liked this post" and see who they were? I can, but I am admin. Can regular members see who liked?
Yes.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 03:22:26 AMI don't think its anonymous. Can you not click on the "4 People Liked this post" and see who they were? I can, but I am admin. Can regular members see who liked?
Yes, you can, you're right.
How about a list of most liked members?
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 03:33:42 AMHow about a list of most liked members?
Sounds terrible. I don't want everyone to realise that I'm much more popular than I initially appear.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 03:33:42 AMHow about a list of most liked members?
A horrible and unlikeable idea - what would it look like? I agree completely with Madiel.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 04:22:49 AMI didn't indicate a dislike of likes. I indicated a dislike of anonymous likes. You know, like the ones mentioned in the post I was replying to? My "+1", however, is entirely attributable to me, is therefore not anonymous and therefore in no way contradicts the point that Mandryka was making and I was agreeing with.
Likes are not anonymous. Just below the text of the post there is a thumbs-up icon and if you click it or the word "Like" you will see that it will say "You like this" underneath. If someone else likes it, it will say "1 person likes this" and if you click "1 person" (or however many persons like it) you will see a list of who liked it.
I liked your post, so you should be able to confirm that.
Hello, new-ish member here.
I joined many moons ago, but only logged in a few times before the software kicked me out. I was encouraged by the advent of the software update to try again. This time I joined without issue only to find that I could not log in today - the error message claimed that there was no such username or email address, despite there being an acknowledgement in my email inbox. I have just joined again using exactly the same email address and username, so I thought it best to wave hello before the software ostracises me once more.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 03:22:26 AMI don't think its anonymous. Can you not click on the "4 People Liked this post" and see who they were? I can, but I am admin. Can regular members see who liked?
Aye.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 02:26:56 AMWhen I look at your last posting in the What Are You Listening To thread, I see this code (I'm replacing square brackets with round ones, for formatting reasons):
(quote author=vandermolen link=msg=1482895 date=1669461482
Nino Rota: Symphony No.1
(attach id=93795_Rota 1.jpg(/attach)
(/quote)
When I check the code on my recent posts there, I see:
(quote author=absolutelybaching link=msg=1482749 date=1669396858)
Franz Schmidt's
[i]Symphony No. 1 [/i]
Neeme Järvi, Detroit Symphony Orchestra
(/quote)
You have 'attach' tags where I do not. So, how are you uploading your images?
The way I do it, click 'Reply', type your message, then click 'Attachments and other options' to reveal the hidden items. Click [Add Files] and point to your JPG. Then click [Upload]. Then click [Post].
At no point do you click any of the post formatting options above the message typing area (if that's what you're doing) -i.e., not the 'Insert an image' or anything else in that group of buttons.
It is interesting, though, that when I just tested this, I noticed attach tags being written around the JPG image file name I just uploaded, though in the test I just did, I didn't see these tags coming through to the final post. Not sure what's going on there, or whether Rob is tweaking the image upload process behind the scenes right now. Anyway: I think it's those attach tags that mean your image appears both embedded within the post and bolted onto the end of it. If you manually remove them by editing your post and just deleting [ Attach ] and [ / Attach ] tags, it's likely one of those images will disappear.
Edited to add: I now understand what you're doing. Florestan's comment about clicking [Insert] was the clue.
Don't click the Insert button at all!!
As I mentioned, you can upload an image and then click [Post], no [Insert] necessary. If you *do* click [Insert], then not only have you attached an image to your post (which would appear underneath your post, after the horizontal line ending it) but you are also asking to in-line insert said image using the attach tags I mentioned before.
I think the [Insert] button is there to get in-line images, rather than images tagged onto the end of the post after all the text has ended.
If you prefer to have inline images, then of course use the [Insert] button, but then you have to do what Florestan mentioned: you have to delete the upload, too, otherwise you'll get a duplicate.
Thanks.
Quote from: Madiel on November 26, 2022, 03:22:42 AMMinus 1. The function of the Like button is to get rid of the need for posts that say nothing beyond indicating agreement.
EDIT: I actually find it kind of amusing that you just implemented a Like by another method in order to indicate your dislike of Likes. It's exactly the same behaviour. Only your method takes longer and takes up more room.
It amused me that three people like this post.
I am amused that everyone had a debate about whether you can see who liked what, right after I posted a screenshot showing that you can. Everyone must have me on ignore ;D
(Count me among those who think the "like" button will cut down on clutter posts without changing the behavior of our mostly mature, independent, not-in-need-of-being-liked populace.)
Quote from: Hitch on November 26, 2022, 05:38:46 AMHello, new-ish member here.
I joined many moons ago, but only logged in a few times before the software kicked me out. I was encouraged by the advent of the software update to try again. This time I joined without issue only to find that I could not log in today - the error message claimed that there was no such username or email address, despite there being an acknowledgement in my email inbox. I have just joined again using exactly the same email address and username, so I thought it best to wave hello before the software ostracises me once more.
Hope the bug is fixed and you can stay around a while!
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 05:01:38 AMI wish I could find the post like button! Could you tell me where it is located, please?
Somehow, my eye is missing it, too. Tangentially, It makes me smile, reading the suggestion that a Like function is the Angel breaking open the Sixth Seal.
Quote from: Brian on November 26, 2022, 06:00:21 AMI am amused that everyone had a debate about whether you can see who liked what, right after I posted a screenshot showing that you can. Everyone must have me on ignore ;D
(Count me among those who think the "like" button will cut down on clutter posts without changing the behavior of our mostly mature, independent, not-in-need-of-being-liked populace.)
It seems that the like button has disappeared from all of my posts, so my posts cannot be "liked." This is a change, because I have some posts that say "1 person has liked this post" even though there is no like button, and I seem to remember seeing the like button my posts in the past. I was wondering if there is some setting which allows you to disable the like button, but didn't find anything of that nature in my forum profile or settings.
No I am destined to be unliked?
Quote from: Hitch on November 26, 2022, 05:38:46 AMHello, new-ish member here.
I joined many moons ago, but only logged in a few times before the software kicked me out. I was encouraged by the advent of the software update to try again. This time I joined without issue only to find that I could not log in today - the error message claimed that there was no such username or email address, despite there being an acknowledgement in my email inbox. I have just joined again using exactly the same email address and username, so I thought it best to wave hello before the software ostracises me once more.
I look forward to this being sorted out, and welcome you in anticipation.
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 26, 2022, 06:05:35 AMIt seems that the like button has disappeared from all of my posts, so my posts cannot be "liked." This is a change, because I have some posts that say "1 person has liked this post" even though there is no like button, and I seem to remember seeing the like button my posts in the past. I was wondering if there is some setting which allows you to disable the like button, but didn't find anything of that nature in my forum profile or settings.
No I am destined to be unliked?
I see your "like" button and just liked your post. Do you see it?
Quote from: Florestan on November 26, 2022, 06:08:38 AMI see your "like" button and just liked your post. Do you see it?
I don't appear to have a like button anywhere for anything. I think either Rob must be working on it, or perhaps as a Mod I'm not allowed to like anything, or there's always the possibility I'm both blind and stupid, which I have often been accused of... :-\
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Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on November 26, 2022, 06:05:20 AMSomehow, my eye is missing it, too. Tangentially, It makes me smile, reading the suggestion that a Like function is the Angel breaking open the Sixth Seal.
It's a little thumbs up icon at the bottom left corner of each post.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 06:14:11 AMAny chance of a screenshot, so we can see precisely where the like button ought to be, rather than hearing it's just supposed to be 'under the post' in general?
Here you are.
We can't "like" our own posts, this is probably why we don't have access to a like button for our own posts.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 06:25:15 AMThanks. It's pretty obvious, isn't it? ;D
Can definitely confirm: I don't have one under anyone's posts.
Very strange indeed.
Quote from: (: premont :) on November 26, 2022, 06:29:20 AMWe can't "like" our own posts, this is probably why we don't have access to a like button for our own posts.
Yes but the problem is that he doesn't see
any "like" buttons, not yours, not mine, not anyone else's.
Quote from: (: premont :) on November 26, 2022, 06:29:20 AMWe can't "like" our own posts, this is probably why we don't have access to a like button for our own posts.
Oddly, I though there was a like button on my own posts before, maybe a faulty memory. And absolutelybaching said there was no like button on my post, but maybe because likes are not working for him at all. So to confirm, you see a like button at the bottom of my posts?
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 26, 2022, 06:31:20 AMOddly, I though there was a like button on my own posts before, maybe a faulty memory. And absolutelybaching said there was no like button on my post, but maybe because likes are not working for him at all. So to confirm, you see a like button at the bottom of my posts?
Yes. I see it.
One has to be logged in to see the like buttons under the other members post.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 06:32:15 AMNot talking about my own posts
Yes, I got it alright from the first time.
QuoteSee below. None of those are my own. None of them have a like button.
I really can't figure out why, especially since there doesn't seem to be any setting related to this button (such as show / don't show).
Then there must be a failure in the setting of absolutelybaching's profile.
Best to let Rob fix it, when he gets the time.
Quote from: Florestan on November 26, 2022, 06:37:40 AMYes, I got it alright from the first time.
You usually do.
Quote from: Brian on November 26, 2022, 06:00:21 AMCount me among those who think the "like" button will cut down on clutter posts...
And perhaps the biggest forum upgrade of them all is rendering table-pounding posts obsolete. 8)
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 06:37:20 AMNot entirely sure why this is quite so hard to convey! How do you think I'm typing this if I'm not logged in, for starters?!
Additionally, please see below. That's your post, with no like button, and if you look with a magnifying glass on the top part of the screen, you'll see 'absolutelybaching' mentioned, next to 'My messages': I'm very definitely logged in, and there's no like button.
You're using a computer, not a phone, correct?
I'm on my phone and can see the like buttons; but the layout I'm seeing is not the layout shown on your screencap. (A screencap off my phone always exceeds 500kb so I can't attach an image to demonstrate).
So I'm wondering if the like button shows at the moment only for phones.
Question to the members reading this on a computer: can you see the like buttons?
Quote from: JBS on November 26, 2022, 06:51:29 AMQuestion to the members reading this on a computer: can you see the like buttons?
Yes.
Quote from: Wanderer on November 26, 2022, 06:48:04 AMAnd perhaps the biggest forum upgrade of them all is rendering table-pounding posts obsolete. 8)
I'm not bitter!
Quote from: JBS on November 26, 2022, 06:51:29 AMQuestion to the members reading this on a computer: can you see the like buttons?
I always use PC, at the moment with Windows 10, and I see all the like buttons (except of course under my own posts).
I seem not to see the Like buttons, whether on my phone or my laptop.
Quote from: JBS on November 26, 2022, 06:54:57 AMSo that theory goes in the waste basket :laugh:
That's the scientific method. Shake it off!
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on November 26, 2022, 06:55:52 AMI seem not to see the Like buttons, whether on my phone or my laptop.
So you have got the absolutelybaching syndrome. One more case for dr. Rob(ert).
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on November 26, 2022, 06:54:39 AMI'm not bitter!
I hope my deliberate leaving
chortling unmentioned did not go unappreciated. 🙃
Anyone else not seeing the like buttons?
I did notice that Karl and absolutelybaching have one thing in common (they're both Silver Subscribers),that none of the people who report seeing the like button have that one thing...and that it would make no sense why that commonality would have on impact on their ability to see the like button.
BTW, the like button is too generic to adequately replace table pounding.
Quote from: JBS on November 26, 2022, 06:51:29 AMYou're using a computer, not a phone, correct?
I'm on my phone and can see the like buttons; but the layout I'm seeing is not the layout shown on your screencap. (A screencap off my phone always exceeds 500kb so I can't attach an image to demonstrate).
So I'm wondering if the like button shows at the moment only for phones.
Question to the members reading this on a computer: can you see the like buttons?
Yes.
Quote from: JBS on November 26, 2022, 07:06:41 AMAnyone else not seeing the like buttons?
I did notice that Karl and absolutelybaching have one thing in common (they're both Silver Subscribers),that none of the people who report seeing the like button have that one thing...and that it would make no sense why that commonality would have on impact on their ability to see the like button.
It's not too crazy. If moderators can't "like" it is conceivable that subscribers are in a separate group of members that the forum mistakenly treats like moderators.
Quote from: Wanderer on November 26, 2022, 06:48:04 AMAnd perhaps the biggest forum upgrade of them all is rendering table-pounding posts obsolete. 8)
But the furniture industry depends on us just as much as the CD industry!
Edit: count me another subscriber who doesn't have like buttons.
Quote from: Brian on November 26, 2022, 07:49:21 AMBut the furniture industry depends on us just as much as the CD industry!
Edit: count me another subscriber who doesn't have like buttons.
I'm not seeing 'like buttons' (nor do I necessarily like them on other forums - :laugh:) - if this makes a difference, I'm all Apple (MBAir, iPad Pro, & iPhone) and see no likes on any of my platforms. Dave :)
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 08:01:06 AMEverything before the current post was done on a Linux PC, using Firefox or Chromium.This post is coming to you from an Android phone.... And still no like buttons :-(
So for me, the device used makes no difference.
I just liked your post from a Linux laptop using Firefox.
Quote from: (: premont :) on November 26, 2022, 06:47:10 AMYou usually do.
I'm smart, I know. Thanks anyway. 8)
(Just joking, of course. :) )
Quote from: Wanderer on November 26, 2022, 06:48:04 AMAnd perhaps the biggest forum upgrade of them all is rendering table-pounding posts obsolete. 8)
Now that I think of it, we need two more buttons: "+1" and "pounds the table". ;D
And "chortle" would be nice as well.
Quote from: JBS on November 26, 2022, 06:51:29 AMSo I'm wondering if the like button shows at the moment only for phones.
Negative. I use a computer.
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 26, 2022, 07:45:23 AMIt's not too crazy. If moderators can't "like" it is conceivable that subscribers are in a separate group of members that the forum mistakenly treats like moderators.
It would be odd if moderators can't like. Rob can like. He liked a post of mine yesterday.
It would be nice if, when we mentioned someone, their name appeared as a link to their profile in the post.
Also, to discourage discord and encourage a little healthy competition, the number of likes a person has received could be recorded in their profile and in the list of members. You could add a little halo icon to their avatar if they are in the top 3.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 10:08:15 AMIt would be nice if, when we mentioned someone, their name appeared as a link to their profile in the post.
Also, to discourage discord and encourage a little healthy competition, the number of likes a person has received could be recorded in their profile and in the list of members. You could add a little halo icon to their avatar if they are in the top 3.
Competitions are for horses, not for artists. ;D
Quote from: Mandryka on November 26, 2022, 10:08:15 AMIt would be nice if, when we mentioned someone, their name appeared as a link to their profile in the post.
Also, to discourage discord and encourage a little healthy competition, the number of likes a person has received could be recorded in their profile and in the list of members. You could add a little halo icon to their avatar if they are in the top 3.
That strikes me as a terrible idea. The number of likes will be largely determined by the rate of posting. Maybe the ratio of likes to posts would have some meaning.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 11:05:58 AMThe way I've seen this done elsewhere (such as Ars Technica) is that you can upvote and downvote posts. If you allowed that, then you'd be able to have a league table of people based on their up/down vote ratio, which would be independent of the absolute number of posts entirely.
I tend to agree with Andrei up-thread, however, that this sort of 'competitive voting' doesn't seem to be something that really suits the mood and feel of the place.
Thanks, but the credit should go to
Bela Bartok, from whom I stole the quote.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 11:05:58 AMThe way I've seen this done elsewhere (such as Ars Technica) is that you can upvote and downvote posts. If you allowed that, then you'd be able to have a league table of people based on their up/down vote ratio, which would be independent of the absolute number of posts entirely.
I tend to agree with Andrei up-thread, however, that this sort of 'competitive voting' doesn't seem to be something that really suits the mood and feel of the place.
I tend to be in favor or likes, without any competitive feature such as tabulating who has the most likes. When I see that a post of mine has been "liked" I have some indication that someone noticed and appreciated my contribution.
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 26, 2022, 06:05:35 AMIt seems that the like button has disappeared from all of my posts, so my posts cannot be "liked"
The Like button does not show for your own posts. But it will be visible to others on your posts. The theory is, I guess, that if you made the post, you automatically considered it worthy, and valiant, and you can't also "like" it.
Good grief. So to sum up the last several pages, a subscription frees you from the tyranny of the like button, we've just about managed to get away from people agreeing with a proposition about anonymity that wasn't ever applicable, and most of us can't understand why the hell one member wants a league table that I've never seen implemented on any site anywhere.
Have I got that about right? What a thread to wake up to.
I'd be doing well on the league table by the way. 4 likes for my post that was (1) designed to ironically highlight how to succeed on the league table, and (2) funny.
Like buttons are implemented for subscribers now. Bug fixes coming in fast over here!
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 11:50:51 AMPeople are pointing out "issues" as they were invited to do in post 1 of this thread.
Or they are rebutting their words being distorted, which seems reasonable.
Or they are (gosh!) expressing an opinion or preference for something.
You are, of course, welcome to go back to bed if it's all too much for you.
I'm not doubting that some posts are useful, but there's a lot of mess in between. Including some opinions not based on reality and some preferences that are losing touch with it.
I have no issue with you pointing out the Like button problem you were having.
I can't go back to bed. I haven't left.
Yep, I take full responsibility for the confusion. The "Like" button was enabled for Regular Members, but that permission did not follow through to subscribers, or moderators.
I have enabled the like button for all user groups except Guests, "Just Joined" (no posts) and Newbies (under 10 posts).
Please yay or nay.
Apologies to all. I am learning the features of this new software like all of us.
Sounds great! We're all learning together. Might be a bumpy ride for a week or two but after that it will be lots of fun playing with the new features.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 11:54:49 AMYep, I take full responsibility for the confusion. The "Like" button was enabled for Regular Members, but that permission did not follow through to subscribers, or moderators.
I have enabled the like button for all user groups except Guests, "Just Joined" (no posts) and Newbies (under 10 posts).
Please yay or nay.
Apologies to all. I am learning the features of this new software like all of us.
Thanks, Rob!
In case it hasn't been mentioned yet, the lists for buddies, ignored users and online members it showing up blank when you click the respective links.
I'm amazed at how few problems there have been, given that it was a major version upgrade. My only gripe at this point is that the font for posts has gotten smaller and my eyes haven't gotten any better. And quoted posts seem to have a larger font than native ve posts. Maybe that is browser dependent.
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 26, 2022, 12:12:58 PMthe font for posts has gotten smaller and my eyes haven't gotten any better
CTRL + is your friend. It has been mine ever since I learned about it. :)
Quote from: Florestan on November 26, 2022, 12:16:07 PMCTRL + is your friend. It has been mine ever since I learned about it. :)
Yep, my browser is on 125%. On my phone its better than ever, though.
Quote from: George on November 26, 2022, 12:07:21 PMIn case it hasn't been mentioned yet, the lists for buddies, ignored users and online members it showing up blank when you click the respective links.
Where? In the top Profile link?
Don't be offended, I'm going to Ignore you
@George temporarily while I test it.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 12:50:03 PMWhere? In the top Profile link?
Don't be offended, I'm going to Ignore you @George temporarily while I test it.
If you click on your name at top left, then Ignore List, the list that appears is empty. If you click on "Edit Buddy List" on the same page, an empty list of buddies appears. I have people in both categories, so I can confirm this.
Also, if you click on Users Online at the bottom, the list that appears is empty.
Quote from: George on November 26, 2022, 01:06:38 PMIf you click on your name at top left, then Ignore List, the list that appears is empty. If you click on "Edit Buddy List" on the same page, an empty list of buddies appears. I have people in both categories, so I can confirm this.
Also, if you click on Users Online at the bottom, the list that appears is empty.
Those are all showing for me.
Anyone else having problems viewing Buddies, Ignore List or Who is Online?
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 01:14:42 PMThose are all showing for me.
If I click on Alerts at top left, then All Alerts, I also get an empty list.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 01:14:42 PMThose are all showing for me.
Anyone else having problems viewing Buddies, Ignore List or Who is Online?
I'm also getting empty menus if I click on my name at top left, then Notifications. These headings are there, but no options or info underneath:
Notification Menu
Alert Preferences
Watched Topics
Watched Boards
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 01:57:56 PMI do *not* have a blank ignore list, so it seems to be affecting some but not others.
Rob, maybe something did when you engaged Subcriber Status also activated the menus that I see as blank?
Ignore list and Alerts list are both working correctly for me on my iPhone, so the problem is not universal.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 01:57:56 PMI'll throw another Spaniard in the works, though. When I am on my phone and I quote and start typing, the moment I type a first full stop, the word "Quote" is inserted at the end of my typed text automatically, without me doing anything to trigger it (apart from typing a full stop). And it's only the first full stop which does it.
This sounds more likely to be a fault in the auto text on your phone, where it believes that a full stop is the signal for that word. Do you get the same result if you're typing somewhere other than the forum?
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 06:23:38 AMMight want to review the URL to your website. It is malformed, I think: when I click it, it wants to take me to:
http://"http//www.fjhaydn.com"
...and the double http and "ampersand-quot" codes means it doesn't resolve. It is of course manually modifiable, but thought you'd want to know.
Thanks. Removed my Twitter address this morning and must have fat-fingered it. ::)
🤠
Quote from: George on November 26, 2022, 01:19:50 PMIf I click on Alerts at top left, then All Alerts, I also get an empty list.
I can't see any issues in the settings. Might be a cookie setting, or cached webpage. Can you do a full refresh of your page - click refresh while holding down the shift key (on desktop).
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 26, 2022, 01:57:56 PMI'll throw another Spaniard in the works, though. When I am on my phone and I quote and start typing, the moment I type a first full stop, the word "Quote" is inserted at the end of my typed text automatically, without me doing anything to trigger it (apart from typing a full stop). And it's only the first full stop which does it.
I'm a quoting your Spaniard to see if I can replicate the issue - here comes the full stop.
Nope, I can't replicate it. I will search the SMF forums to see if anyone else has reported it.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 04:02:43 PMI can't see any issues in the settings. Might be a cookie setting, or cached webpage. Can you do a full refresh of your page - click refresh while holding down the shift key (on desktop).
I logged out of the site, cleared cookies, cleared cache, then logged back in and did a full refresh of the page. And it did not resolve the issue.
Nevermind, Rob, it was because of Adblock. I had blocked something on this site and disabling Adblock fixed the problem!
Quote from: George on November 26, 2022, 04:24:22 PMNevermind, Rob, it was because of Adblock. I had blocked something on this site and disabling Adblock fixed the problem!
Ok that explains why it was you only. ;D
I will now forever use the phrase "throw a Spaniard in the works." Priceless!!
Quote from: Brian on November 26, 2022, 04:46:53 PMI will now forever use the phrase "throw a Spaniard in the works." Priceless!!
I favor anyone who quotes John Lennon. A Maestro of my generation (who wrote a pretty mean poem, too!).
🤠
Nobody expects a Spaniard in the works.
Quote from: Gurn Blanston on November 26, 2022, 05:22:24 PMI favor anyone who quotes John Lennon. A Maestro of my generation (who wrote a pretty mean poem, too!).
🤠
Right on!
Quote from: Brian on November 26, 2022, 04:46:53 PMI will now forever use the phrase "throw a Spaniard in the works." Priceless!!
Spaniards might not appreciate the reference. 0:)
Quote from: Florestan on November 26, 2022, 02:23:51 AMBecause you don't delete the uploaded image in the Attachment bar after clicking Insert. If that's too much a trouble for you, then skip the Insert step altogether.
Thanks Andrei and Absolutely Baching :)
Question No.37b ::)
What's happened to the PM function please?
It's probably in front of my nose but I can't see it.
PS Good Morning everyone! (well, it's morning over here)
Quote from: vandermolen on November 26, 2022, 11:02:46 PMQuestion No.37b ::)
What's happened to the PM function please?
It's probably in front of my nose but I can't see it.
PS Good Morning everyone! (well, it's morning over here)
Morning Jeffrey,
On desktop, Click on "My Messages" in the top left between your username and the "Alerts". A pop-up window then comes up with Inbox and Sent Items.
On mobile phone, you have a small yellowy envelope icon in place of "My Messages".
Quote from: Papy Oli on November 26, 2022, 11:27:51 PMMorning Jeffrey,
On desktop, Click on "My Messages" in the top left between your username and the "Alerts". A pop-up window then comes up with Inbox and Sent Items.
On mobile phone, you have a small yellowy envelope icon in place of "My Messages".
Morning Olivier,
The problem is that there is no 'My Messages' on my screen or 'vandermolen' although I'm shown as being online. It's like I haven't logged-in!
PS I've got it now! It's right at the top ::)
Thanks v much :)
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 27, 2022, 12:50:09 AMAnd in case neither of those videos works, here's a web page (https://absolutelybaching.com/typing-on-gmg/) with both, hopefully playable there.
I certainly appreciate your word in this post:
automagically ;D
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 27, 2022, 12:50:09 AMFingers crossed any of this works!
Here is a little video of me typing into the Google Notes program on my phone. No spurious "Quote" additions:
https://absolutelybaching.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screenrecorder-2022-11-27-09-25-56-865.mp4
And here is me typing a reply on this forum: one fullstop is all it takes to make the word "Quote" auto-appear:
https://absolutelybaching.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screenrecorder-2022-11-27-09-26-55-555.mp4
And in case neither of those videos works, here's a web page (https://absolutelybaching.com/typing-on-gmg/) with both, hopefully playable there.
Would be useful to know if someone with (a) Android 11 mobile; and (b) Firefox for Android experiences the same. Pick a post by someone, click the Quote button, and start typing a reply and see if anything happens after first fullstop is typed.
Hi AB,
I have an Android 11 phone and installed Firefox just now to check. I don't get any "Quote" popping up after a full stop after quoting a post. Nothing either in my phone usual browser, Google Chrome.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 27, 2022, 12:50:09 AMFingers crossed any of this works!
I don't use Android, so I can't test. Its quite bizarre behaviour. I have asked the brains trust at the SMF Community forum.
@absolutelybaching What version of Firefox were you using on your phone? Did you have any add-ons installed on Firefox?
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 27, 2022, 01:35:37 AMVersion is 107.1.0 (Build #2015915067), and I don't have any extensions. I do have https-only mode=on; enhanced tracking protection=on; language is English UK; cookies and so on are deleted on browser close: the usual paranoia stuff!
I'm stumped. There are a few text-replace add-ons for Firefox, and I suspected one of those might have been the culprit. Anyways, I have posted the question on the SMF Community forums, to see if they can elucidate.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 27, 2022, 01:15:12 AMThank you for going to that trouble!
I took a leaf from your book and installed a different browser.
Whaddyaknow?! No 'Quote' appears (in DuckDuckGo Browser).
It appears to be a Firefox thing unique to my phone. I shall switch browsers, basically, and I guess no further detective work is required :)
Thanks again.
I think it must be some weird combination of that app and your phone's predictive text. It sees the word quote at the start and end of the text you are quoting in the HTML marks, and somehow from the latter of those concludes that the thing to do when ending a block of text is to say "quote".
I use Firefox on my computer, but not on my iPhone, I use Safari on that.
Quote from: vandermolen on November 26, 2022, 11:44:42 PMMorning Olivier,
The problem is that there is no 'My Messages' on my screen or 'vandermolen' although I'm shown as being online. It's like I haven't logged-in!
That's strange! :( And you scrolled all the way up to the very top of the screen?
For what its worth, I use Safari.
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 27, 2022, 04:07:08 AMThat's strange! :( And you scrolled all the way up to the very top of the screen?
For what its worth, I use Safari.
PD
Hi PD,
I was just looking in the wrong place! ::)
All sorted now - thanks.
Quote from: vandermolen on November 28, 2022, 01:24:17 AMHi PD,
I was just looking in the wrong place! ::)
All sorted now - thanks.
Excellent!
PD
Something called 2222 has added me as their buddy. Pardon my French but WTF? Someone call Mulder and Scully fast!
Quick query from my side please:
How do I remove the email icon (small grey envelope) under my avatar in my posts ? I can't find anything to that effect in profile settings, layout, etc... Is it currently visible to logged-in members or is it just the PM button (and only I can see the email envelope?). Thank you.
only you can see it
I have noticed that if you edit a post likes are reset. That seems reasonable.
I love how much faster/more responsive the site is!
Thank you Rob!
PD
Initial reflections:
Arghhhh. What have they done to my favourite music forum??? It is broken! I hate it. Stupid changes that are pointless, annoying and unnecessarily different!!
Further reflections:
I guess it is probably OK. I still mostly hate it though.
Latest reflections:
What did the old site look like, again? I wonder if there are any new posts on the less posted composers that I like?
Quote from: foxandpeng on November 29, 2022, 03:55:28 AMInitial reflections:
Arghhhh. What have they done to my favourite music forum??? It is broken! I hate it. Stupid changes that are pointless, annoying and unnecessarily different!!
Further reflections:
I guess it is probably OK. I still mostly hate it though.
Latest reflections:
What did the old site look like, again? I wonder if there are any new posts on the less posted composers that I like?
Same series of emotions when a new version of iOS installs itself on my iPhone. :)
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 29, 2022, 05:22:36 AMSame series of emotions when a new version of iOS installs itself on my iPhone. :)
(* chortle *)
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on November 29, 2022, 05:27:18 AM(* chortle *)
I think we need a chortle button, to go with the like button. :)
Quote from: Spotted Horses on November 29, 2022, 05:30:26 AMI think we need a chortle button, to go with the like button. :)
And of course a table-pounding button.
I don't think search this topic is working.
Quote from: George on November 29, 2022, 10:33:40 AMAgreed.
Did it ever work? I've always just used google.
Quote from: Mandryka on November 29, 2022, 09:53:42 AMI don't think search this topic is working.
Try it now
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 29, 2022, 05:18:34 PMTry it now
I just tried it with three different words and it didn't work for any.
What words did you try? I tried about a dozen searches within specific threads and boards.
Examples:
"Orfeo" on the opera thread
"Putin" in the Diner section
"Richter" on the Great Recordings and Reviews board
"vinyl" on the entire forum
"arpeggio" on the Composing and Performing board
"Thelonious" on the Jazz board
"Goedicke" on the "What are you listening to now" thread for something a bit more esotieric
In all cases, results returned in less than 1 second and all seemed highly relevant and restricted to the forum/board or thread I specified.
Can others check the Search function (the search box at the top right of the page) and report back.
Searching "search" in this thread gives me the following result:
Sorry, no matches were found
Quote from: Mapman on November 29, 2022, 07:03:14 PMSearching "search" in this thread gives me the following result:
Sorry, no matches were found
I got lots of hits for "search" from this thread.
Can others report too?
I will look into different member group permissions.
It seems to be working okay for me.
Edit: I should probably add I was using search from the menu.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 29, 2022, 06:58:55 PMCan others check the Search function (the search box at the top right of the page) and report back.
It works well for me.
The search box in the top right doesn't work for me if "this topic" is selected, I have no results for e.g. "Search" in this topic, "Mozart" in the listening thread. However, If I have "Entire Forum" selected, then I get results ok.
On the other hand, if I go through the "main" Search button in the toolbar (Next to the home button) and make a search for "Search" in GMG News only, I do get results with the relevant posts of this thread.
I just tried a couple of searches. I clicked on "Entire Forum" and searched for Penderecki and that worked fine (brought up his name in various threads throughout the forum. I then did a search just within the Composer section and that also worked fine.
I'll try a couple more.
PD
Quote from: Papy Oli on November 30, 2022, 12:27:02 AMThe search box in the top right doesn't work for me if "this topic" is selected,
Yes, it's the same for me, choosing "this topic" doesn't give any results, but the other options work perfect.
Same results as premont (as in searching "this topic" does not yield any results). I tried various topics like the new purchases today one or what are you listening to now. I also tried Bach and the Christmas music one too.
PD
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 29, 2022, 06:58:55 PMWhat words did you try? I tried about a dozen searches within specific threads
I don't recall now but they were all words that I first confirmed were in this thread. I did a This Thread search and it returned nothing.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 29, 2022, 06:58:55 PMWhat words did you try? I tried about a dozen searches within specific threads and boards.
Examples:
"Orfeo" on the opera thread
"Putin" in the Diner section
"Richter" on the Great Recordings and Reviews board
"vinyl" on the entire forum
"arpeggio" on the Composing and Performing board
"Thelonious" on the Jazz board
"Goedicke" on the "What are you listening to now" thread for something a bit more esotieric
In all cases, results returned in less than 1 second and all seemed highly relevant and restricted to the forum/board or thread I specified.
Can others check the Search function (the search box at the top right of the page) and report back.
In this thread, whatever word I used that was in the posts, the Search function returned nothing.
Looks like the difference in being able to get search results is between general boards like "The Jazz Lounge" or "Opera and Vocal" and trying to search on specific threads (as in topics) [or am I using the computer lingo incorrectly here?].
PD
OK, using the search box at the top right of this page, I did a search using the term "lingo" for
1. This topic - no results
2. This board - quickly yielded correct results
3. Entire Forum - quickly yielded correct results
So,
@Dungeon Master - it is only "This topic" searches that is not working. I can also confirm that "This topis" searches are not working in the Diner, nor the Music Room threads.
Thanks again for your hard work. The search works so fast now, so it will be great to have it fully functioning.
Doesn't work for me
(https://i.ibb.co/t8D2mpG/Capture.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/6y7tsMM/Capture2.jpg)
Weird, because its working perfectly for me. See attached screenshot of searching for "search" in This Topic.
I will investigate further.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 30, 2022, 10:26:36 AMWeird, because its working perfectly for me. See attached screenshot of searching for "search" in This Topic.
I will investigate further.
Good luch in your
search! ;)
FWIW, I see the same behavior that some others have reported. When I use the top banner to search "This Topic" for term that I plainly see in the topic no results are returned. But if I search "This Board" I get results, including for this topic.
Just did a search for "Martinu," choosing the Composers section, and then for "Brazil" on the entire board, and both worked perfectly. Also, both were significantly faster than searches on the former board. Just FWIW.
-Bruce
Quote from: Brewski on November 30, 2022, 01:52:56 PMJust did a search for "Martinu," choosing the Composers section, and then for "Brazil" on the entire board, and both worked perfectly. Also, both were significantly faster than searches on the former board. Just FWIW.
-Bruce
Hi Bruce,
Did you try a search in this topic? That's the one that isn't working for most of us.
Ah, I see. I was using the Search box on the left side, next to the Home button. For some reason, it seems to work better!
-Bruce
Quote from: absolutelybaching on November 30, 2022, 01:52:21 AMI have two requests for tweaks/enhancements...
1. It would be nice if the Quick Reply panel could be disabled, on a per-user basis.
I did read that it was possible to hide the Quick Reply (see https://wiki.simplemachines.org/smf/Quick_reply)
The option to hide Quick Reply was removed in 2.1. I do not know why. The wiki is out of date.
Regarding emoticons, is there another theme option, Rob? The current one is hard to differentiate between a half dozen of them, on my phone at least.
Quote from: George on November 30, 2022, 07:41:54 PMRegarding emoticons, is there another theme option, Rob? The current one is hard to differentiate between a half dozen of them, on my phone at least.
You can now choose from a variety of smilies in your Profile. none of the choices are great, I'm afraid.
What's the difference between 'Quick Reply' and 'Reply' please? (no sarcastic responses 8) )
Quote from: vandermolen on December 01, 2022, 01:26:11 AMWhat's the difference between 'Quick Reply' and 'Reply' please? (no sarcastic responses 8) )
By the looks of it, Only 'Reply' has the "Attachments and Other options" button, which you mostly use, whereas 'Quick Reply' has not.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 30, 2022, 08:46:07 PMYou can now choose from a variety of smilies in your Profile. none of the choices are great, I'm afraid.
Thanks, Rob!
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 01, 2022, 01:45:48 AMBy the looks of it, Only 'Reply' has the "Attachments and Other options" button, which you mostly use, whereas 'Quick Reply' has not.
That indeed appears to be the difference. "Reply" has that dropdown menu below it, and "Quick Reply" doesn't.
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 01, 2022, 01:45:48 AMBy the looks of it, Only 'Reply' has the "Attachments and Other options" button, which you mostly use, whereas 'Quick Reply' has not.
Ah right! Thanks Olivier :)
Quote from: Madiel on December 01, 2022, 02:15:54 AMThat indeed appears to be the difference. "Reply" has that dropdown menu below it, and "Quick Reply" doesn't.
Thanks :)
Quote from: Brewski on November 30, 2022, 05:18:48 PMAh, I see. I was using the Search box on the left side, next to the Home button. For some reason, it seems to work better!
-Bruce
The search box next to the home button doesn't have an option to search a specific topic, just a specific board, so the feature that is not working (search of "This Topic") isn't available there. It does have the nice feature of searching in a group of boards (rather than "This Board").
Quote from: George on November 30, 2022, 02:12:03 PMHi Bruce,
Did you try a search in this topic? That's the one that isn't working for most of us.
Where is the 'search in this topic' button?
I can only find the general Search function on the main menu.
Quote from: JBS on December 01, 2022, 03:58:04 AMWhere is the 'search in this topic' button?
I can only find the general Search function on the main menu.
If you're in the topic (like now), go to the very top of the page. It's on the far right. There's the oval circle where you type in what you want to search for, and then to the right of it, it says "Search this topic" [also allowing you to change it to other options using up and down arrows and a menu]. To the right of the options is the search button which you then click on--after telling the search engine what and where to search for.
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 01, 2022, 04:04:28 AMIf you're in the topic (like now), go to the very top of the page. It's on the far right. There's the oval circle where you type in what you want to search for, and then to the right of it, it says "Search this topic" [also allowing you to change it to other options using up and down arrows and a menu]. To the right of the options is the search button which you then click on--after telling the search engine what and where to search for.
PD
It is easy to miss because, at least in my case, when I first come to the site the page is aligned so that the narrow bar at the top is scrolled off browser window, and I have to scroll up to see it
Quote from: Spotted Horses on December 01, 2022, 04:20:37 AMIt is easy to miss because, at least in my case, when I first come to the site the page is aligned so that the narrow bar at the top is scrolled off browser window, and I have to scroll up to see it
Ah! Interesting. I don't have that issue in Safari. So, when you go to log in, then you have to scroll up?
PD
p.s. Meanwhile back at the ranch, I'm trying to remember/figure out how to do other things. I need to make a cheat sheet with instructions as to how to do things! :-[
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 01, 2022, 01:45:48 AMBy the looks of it, Only 'Reply' has the "Attachments and Other options" button, which you mostly use, whereas 'Quick Reply' has not.
Alyhough if you use 'Quick R." and hit 'Preview' after composing the message, you then have the option of attachments.
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 01, 2022, 04:49:35 AMAh! Interesting. I don't have that issue in Safari. So, when you go to log in, then you have to scroll up?
Actually, now that I look more carefully, it is inconsistent. Sometimes it opens with the top bar visible, other times not. Seems to "remember" that I scrolled up to it on a previous visit. I'm also using Safari (current version).
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 01, 2022, 04:04:28 AMIf you're in the topic (like now), go to the very top of the page. It's on the far right. There's the oval circle where you type in what you want to search for, and then to the right of it, it says "Search this topic" [also allowing you to change it to other options using up and down arrows and a menu]. To the right of the options is the search button which you then click on--after telling the search engine what and where to search for.
PD
Thank you...but it's not showing on my screen.
???!
I'm using Chrome for Android.
Maybe this is a browser-specific problem?
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 01, 2022, 05:47:32 AMAlyhough if you use 'Quick R." and hit 'Preview' after composing the message, you then have the option of attachments.
So it does, thanks Karl!
Quote from: JBS on December 01, 2022, 06:15:34 AMThank you...but it's not showing on my screen.
???!
I'm using Chrome for Android.
Maybe this is a browser-specific problem?
Jeffrey
It doesn't show on my Android phone's chrome either (only the 'usual' search link via 'main menu'.
What PD advises however is visible on my laptop (Opera browser).
Quote from: JBS on December 01, 2022, 06:15:34 AMThank you...but it's not showing on my screen.
???!
I'm using Chrome for Android.
Maybe this is a browser-specific problem?
On iPhone/Safari it only shows up if the phone is held in landscape mode. It disappears in portrait mode (to declutter the screen, I presume).
In any case, the mobile version is preferable in the updated software because, as I recall, in the old version the mobile version didn't highlight boards that had new posts when viewing the main page.
Quote from: JBS on December 01, 2022, 06:15:34 AMThank you...but it's not showing on my screen.
???!
I'm using Chrome for Android.
Maybe this is a browser-specific problem?
You won't get it on a phone. One of the various things that takes up too much real estate.
I swear, even scrolling past ignored posts seems more efficient now. >:D
Quote from: Spotted Horses on December 01, 2022, 06:26:12 AMOn iPhone/Safari it only shows up if the phone is held in landscape mode.
So it does ! Thank you for the correction.
I have yet to happen upon a checkbox that allows me to turn off that annoying box that comes up and verifies every move I make. "Are you sure you want to do that?". Hell yes, that's why I clicked that button!! >:(
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Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 01, 2022, 07:01:57 AMI have yet to happen upon a checkbox that allows me to turn off that annoying box that comes up and verifies every move I make. "Are you sure you want to do that?". Hell yes, that's why I clicked that button!! >:(
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I fully agree, its is annoying >:(
I don't have any such checkbox... look in your profile settings.
Quote from: Madiel on December 01, 2022, 07:07:25 AMI don't have any such checkbox... look in your profile settings.
Well, that was my point, actually. I don't have any checkboxes either.
Quote from: Harry on December 01, 2022, 07:06:11 AMI fully agree, its is annoying >:(
Yes, that. :(
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Possibly:
Forum Profile > Look & Layout > Show quick Moderation > change to Don't Show, instead of checkboxes or icons ??
or these are the ghosts of Moderated Past coming back to haunt you ;D ;D
When one scrolls up from the bottom of a page with lots of images (e.g. the listening and buying threads), I noticed images are no longer loading instantaneously, in the seamless manner they used to; instead, they are loading as one goes along, resulting in very noticeable and annoying jolts and stutters, losing your position on the page. Can this be fixed or is it staying with us? 🤷
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 01, 2022, 07:32:48 AMPossibly:
Forum Profile > Look & Layout > Show quick Moderation > change to Don't Show, instead of checkboxes or icons ??
Nope. I already had it on don't show, but it shows >:D
Quote from: Harry on December 01, 2022, 07:37:56 AMNope. I already had it on don't show, but it shows >:D
fair enough...I don't get any checkboxes at all and that was on "don't show".
Quote from: Spotted Horses on December 01, 2022, 06:08:03 AMActually, now that I look more carefully, it is inconsistent. Sometimes it opens with the top bar visible, other times not. Seems to "remember" that I scrolled up to it on a previous visit. I'm also using Safari (current version).
Hmm...strange!
And I haven't tried visiting GMG forum on an iPhone lately, but it sounds like (from others' comments here) that it isn't an available option for phones.
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 01, 2022, 08:17:32 AMHmm...strange!
And I haven't tried visiting GMG forum on an iPhone lately, but it sounds like (from others' comments here) that it isn't an available option for phones.
PD
My experience is that the bar at the top is there on iPhone/Safari but it doesn't include the search field unless the phone is in landscape mode.
Thanks. I have such a hard time typing on (at least my) small iPhone keyboard--even doing short texts is a pain let alone look up anything on Safari. :(
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 01, 2022, 08:24:12 AMThanks. I have such a hard time typing on (at least my) small iPhone keyboard--even doing short texts is a pain let alone look up anything on Safari. :(
PD
Have you tried using voice to text on your phone?
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 01, 2022, 08:29:03 AMHave you tried using voice to text on your phone?
No, I haven't used voice before. Good suggestion!
PD
Quote from: Wanderer on December 01, 2022, 07:35:23 AMWhen one scrolls up from the bottom of a page with lots of images (e.g. the listening and buying threads), I noticed images are no longer loading instantaneously, in the seamless manner they used to; instead, they are loading as one goes along, resulting in very noticeable and annoying jolts and stutters, losing your position on the page. Can this be fixed or is it staying with us? 🤷
Not that it answers your question directly, but I have my posts set to display as most recent first, and as I scroll down the page the pictures are already loaded. Doing it this way may seem annoying to maintain continuity, but you soon grow used to it.
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Quote from: Papy Oli on December 01, 2022, 07:34:13 AMor these are the ghosts of Moderated Past coming back to haunt you ;D ;D
No, I didn't think you could see that, that's new. Anyway I have a row of icons that can be changed into a menu list, wherein to do that stuff I do. Thus it only applies to mods.
But if anyone has run across this option or if Rob notes this comment (he will) maybe it's a control that he could simply activate. 😇
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Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 01, 2022, 08:54:17 AMNo, I didn't think you could see that, that's new. Anyway I have a row of icons that can be changed into a menu list, wherein to do that stuff I do. Thus it only applies to mods.
But if anyone has run across this option or if Rob notes this comment (he will) maybe it's a control that he could simply activate. 😇
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That moderation thingy is there but it doesn't change anything at my end anyway, whatever is selected...Not I wanted to moderate... ;)
test
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 01, 2022, 09:08:51 AMThat moderation thingy is there but it doesn't change anything at my end anyway, whatever is selected...Not I wanted to moderate... ;)
test
"Who are you, sir, who ar't so wise in the ways of men? Hmmmmm??" :D
Yeah, that's what I meant, I don't know why you have controls to turn something on/off that you don't have. But I'm not a teen any longer, what can I know??? :D
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Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 01, 2022, 07:27:16 AMWell, that was my point, actually. I don't have any checkboxes either.
What I meant was, I don't have the boxes you're complaining about. "Box" versus "checkbox" confusion.
Quote from: Madiel on December 01, 2022, 01:24:11 PMWhat I meant was, I don't have the boxes you're complaining about. "Box" versus "checkbox" confusion.
Do you mean that when you press the button to "Mark everything read", you don't get a box that comes up and says "Are you sure you want to do that?". I am highly desirous of turning that right off. That's all. Well, that and all the other similar actions which seem to require double verification. :)
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Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 01, 2022, 01:33:24 PMDo you mean that when you press the button to "Mark everything read", you don't get a box that comes up and says "Are you sure you want to do that?". I am highly desirous of turning that right off. That's all. Well, that and all the other similar actions which seem to require double verification. :)
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I had never tried marking everything as read. I just read them. Yes I do get a prompt when I do that.
Presumably as a moderator your list of unread posts grows a lot longer than mine.
There is nothing I can do about the extra "Are you sure" popup. Its pretty standard on apps, such as email, where you want to be careful about what you delete.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 01, 2022, 04:10:00 PMThere is nothing I can do about the extra "Are you sure" popup.
Are you sure? ;)
What am I not getting about the @George function (it's just plain text)
And how does one save the draught of a post?
Thank you for the various responses to my question.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 01, 2022, 06:30:14 PMWhat am I not getting about the @George function (it's just plain text)
And how does one save the draught of a post?
When you start typing a name a pop-up should appear. George works fine. Your own name is awkward because of the spaces, but @ followed by k followed by space offers me
@k a rl h e nn i ng It has been marked as a member name but it hasn't appeared as bold. Did it actually count as a mention? I think so because it seems to be a hyperlink to your profile.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 01, 2022, 06:30:14 PMWhat am I not getting about the @George function (it's just plain text)
The plain text won't work. When you type "@" and then start a member's name, the forum should give you a popup showing members that match the letters you type. Click on one of those member names and the forum will create a hyperlink mention that alerts the other user.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 01, 2022, 06:30:14 PMAnd how does one save the draught of a post?
Simply click the "Save Draft" button. That I only just enabled. :D
@absolutelybaching, it worked for me.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 02, 2022, 02:21:03 AMI'm sure it does. But that doesn't mean it works for me!
It made a link to your profile, did it "alert" you in some way?
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 02, 2022, 02:15:26 AM@DunI get no pop-up when I type 'vande' or even 'Dungeon'.
What am I doing wrong?!
Are you trying this on a cell phone or on a computer (that might be part of the reason why it's not working)?
I trust tried a couple of names (including yours here)
@absolutelybaching and Rob's and Jeffrey's (vandermolen) and they all worked. Good luck figuring it out!
PD
I was using safari, but FWIW, I tried it with Firefox 107.0 (MacOS) and it worked there as well. So apparently not a Firefox issue.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 02, 2022, 02:30:50 AMYes. It works in as much as I see a hyperlink and I was alerted. But I wasn't questioning the functionality for the person being referenced. Rather, it is the fact that I cannot reference a username by use of the at symbol.
If I start typing @Spotted for example... nothing happens. No pop-ups. No hyperlinking. Nothing. I have tried doing so in Quick Reply and Reply. Same results in both cases. You will note that the "@Spotted" above is not a hyperlink and nothing was ever displayed to me to help it turn into one.
For reference, it's a PC running Firefox 107.0, no extensions.
And now I'm editing this in Chromium 107 and trying again: @Spotted ....nope. Same result. No pop-up, no hyperlinking, no prompt of any kind.
Could it possibly have something to do with any of your security and/or privacy settings either on your PC itself or on Firefox or Chrome?
PD
Quote from: Spotted Horses on December 02, 2022, 02:37:15 AMI was using safari, but FWIW, I tried it with Firefox 107.0 (MacOS) and it worked there as well. So apparently not a Firefox issue.
@Spotted Horses - works on Chrome on my Android too.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 02, 2022, 02:49:42 AM@spotted horses
Nope. Not working for me in Firefox on Android, either. (Where I'm now typing this reply)
I am assuming that if I type @ followed by "spot", something's supposed to happen by way of a pop-up selector? And that I don't have to be case-sensitive about it?
Is this another feature subscribers can't use?!
One thing that I just noticed is that you can't type the @+name immediately after either an end quote (as in [/quote] ) or immediately next to another word (as in@abso). There needs to be a space. And yes, a dropdown menu appears with several choices when you start typing in the member's name.
PD
EDIT: p.s. And, no, it doesn't appear to be case-sensitive.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 02, 2022, 01:00:11 AMThe plain text won't work. When you type "@" and then start a member's name, the forum should give you a popup showing members that match the letters you type. Click on one of those member names and the forum will create a hyperlink mention that alerts the other user.
That's what I thought. On my Windows 10 laptop in Chrome, there's no popup. Haven't tried either handheld device yet. However. I do see a Save Draft button. Thanks, Rob. Will report further.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 02, 2022, 03:48:02 AMThat's what I thought. On my Windows 10 laptop in Chrome, there's no popup. Haven't tried either handheld device yet. However. I do see a Save Draft button. Thanks, Rob. Will report further.
Doesn't work on my Android phone, either.
Could people try to tag me
@Dungeon Master and report if the feature is or is not working for them? I have looked through all settings and permissions, and can see no reason why it should not be working for all.
I think this is an important feature, as you can specify who you are replying to in a lengthy thread.
For me it is working on desktop and mobile.
Type the @ character, followed by just the first letter or two of the member you wish to mention, wait a half second for the pop up to give you a choice of usernames and then click the user you want.
Quote from: ultralinear on December 02, 2022, 04:29:53 AMSave Draft didn't work for me the first time I tried it - instead it took me straight to a login screen - and then into Start New Topic, of all things ::) (losing my draft message along the way. ;D ) But after that it's been working fine. (I just saved and recalled this message, as a check. :) )
Just testing draft mode.
@Dungeon Master It's working for me (and on an old iMac using Safari).
PD
@Dungeon Master Also working on Android 11 phone with Chrome
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 02, 2022, 03:48:02 AMThat's what I thought. On my Windows 10 laptop in Chrome, there's no popup. Haven't tried either handheld device yet. However. I do see a Save Draft button. Thanks, Rob. Will report further.
Weird. It works on my Windows 10 laptop in Chrome.
@Dungeon Master It works (Firefox / Linux)
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 02, 2022, 02:49:42 AM@spotted horses
Nope. Not working for me in Firefox on Android, either. (Where I'm now typing this reply)
I am assuming that if I type @ followed by "spot", something's supposed to happen by way of a pop-up selector? And that I don't have to be case-sensitive about it?
Correct!
(https://ptpimg.me/o86fni.jpg)
@Dungeon Master Working on laptop, Firefox.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 02, 2022, 04:34:07 AMCould people try to tag me @Dungeon Master and report if the feature is or is not working for them? I have looked through all settings and permissions, and can see no reason why it should not be working for all.
I think this is an important feature, as you can specify who you are replying to in a lengthy thread.
For me it is working on desktop and mobile.
Type the @ character, followed by just the first letter or two of the member you wish to mention, wait a half second for the pop up to give you a choice of usernames and then click the user you want.
I need to give it a try, if only to answer questions down the road.
@Dungeon Master and
@Brewski , this tags you OK? This is a Samsung tablet running the version of Android that was released 2 days ago.
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Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 02, 2022, 04:34:07 AMCould people try to tag me @Dungeon Master and report if the feature is or is not working for them? I have looked through all settings and permissions, and can see no reason why it should not be working for all.
I think this is an important feature, as you can specify who you are replying to in a lengthy thread.
For me it is working on desktop and mobile.
Type the @ character, followed by just the first letter or two of the member you wish to mention, wait a half second for the pop up to give you a choice of usernames and then click the user you want.
@Dungeon Master works on my Kindle.
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 02, 2022, 04:48:37 AM@Dungeon Master
Also working on Android 11 phone with Chrome
@Dungeon Master Seems to be working on my Android Chrome as well.
It amuses me that whenever I want to edit one of my posts a little box asks me to provide an explanation!
Very funny!
;D
Quote from: vandermolen on December 03, 2022, 12:49:31 AMIt amuses me that whenever I want to edit one of my posts a little box asks me to provide an explanation!
Very funny!
;D
I don't get any such box.
Quote from: vandermolen on December 03, 2022, 12:49:31 AMIt amuses me that whenever I want to edit one of my posts a little box asks me to provide an explanation!
Very funny!
;D
That's only if you
want to; you don't
have to.
After you click on Quick Edit, it's up towards the top--just above your posting area. It says "Reason for editing:" and has a narrow box after the colon for you to type in your reason--should you so wish.
@Florestan.
Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 02, 2022, 05:44:36 AMI need to give it a try, if only to answer questions down the road. @Dungeon Master and @Brewski , this tags you OK? This is a Samsung tablet running the version of Android that was released 2 days ago.
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Yep, just confirming that tagging me produced an alert. (PS, on laptop, using Chrome.)
-Bruce
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 03, 2022, 02:13:12 AMThat's only if you want to; you don't have to.
After you click on Quick Edit, it's up towards the top--just above your posting area. It says "Reason for editing:" and has a narrow box after the colon for you to type in your reason--should you so wish. @Florestan.
I like to imagine the GMG Moderators assembled in a smoke-filled room taking a vote on whether an edit is acceptable or not ;D
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 03, 2022, 02:13:12 AMThat's only if you want to; you don't have to.
After you click on Quick Edit, it's up towards the top--just above your posting area. It says "Reason for editing:" and has a narrow box after the colon for you to type in your reason--should you so wish. @Florestan.
Blimey, I didn't notice it. :D
But now I have another problem: you tagged me but I received no alert. ???
Quote from: Florestan on December 03, 2022, 04:11:08 AMBlimey, I didn't notice it. :D
But now I have another problem: you tagged me but I received no alert. ???
Huh! I received one from you fine. Did you scroll all the way up to the top of your screen? And are you on a phone, computer, iPad, etc.?
By the way (
to all here, I did notice that alerts (even after you have read them) stay in your personal message history--like emails. They stay there until you delete them. When I clicked on All Alerts, I realized that I had already amassed three pages of them! There is a way there though to delete them all or to do it individually. Just a heads up. :)
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 03, 2022, 04:20:20 AMHuh! I received one from you fine. Did you scroll all the way up to the top of your screen? And are you on a phone, computer, iPad, etc.?
I just checked my alert history and actually I did receive an alert for your tagging me but it was one of several alerts and it was easy for me to overlook it.
Oh, good. Glad that all is working well for you.
@Florestan PD
Quote from: Florestan on December 03, 2022, 04:11:08 AMBlimey, I didn't notice it. :D
But now I have another problem: you tagged me but I received no alert. ???
@Florestan how 'bout this?
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 03, 2022, 04:20:20 AMHuh! I received one from you fine. Did you scroll all the way up to the top of your screen? And are you on a phone, computer, iPad, etc.?
By the way (to all here, I did notice that alerts (even after you have read them) stay in your personal message history--like emails. They stay there until you delete them. When I clicked on All Alerts, I realized that I had already amassed three pages of them! There is a way there though to delete them all or to do it individually. Just a heads up. :)
PD
Scroll to the bottom and there's a "delete all read alerts" button,
@Pohjolas Daughter
Updated Topics - if I reply to a thread, the thread will pop up in this list. How can I get a thread on this list without posting in the thread?
Quote from: George on December 03, 2022, 05:45:31 AMUpdated Topics - if I reply to a thread, the thread will pop up in this list. How can I get a thread on this list without posting in the thread?
You can't --- but if you click on Unread Posts you will get a list of all threads where a new post has been made, not only those threads where you posted.
Quote from: Florestan on December 03, 2022, 05:48:49 AMYou can't ---
Bummer. On the old version it was an option. Maybe its something Rob can enable.
Quote from: George on December 03, 2022, 05:53:04 AMBummer. On the old version it was an option. Maybe its something Rob can enable.
Oh, interesting! I didn't know that. I do know that if you go under "Preferences" you can click on something along the lines of "Notify me of new threads".
p.s. And thanks Karl. I had found the "Delete all" button earlier. :)
PD
You can delete alerts but I have to do it one by one. I marked all alerts read, and tried to delete them all at once, by clicking at the bottom of the page, but that does not work for me!
Any chance we can make "modify" into a button alongside "quote"" etc? So many edits I make are about changing font style etc that I wonder if it would be better to just change "quick edit" to "modify".
"Save draft" is a PITA for me -- I keep pressing it instead of "post" and get some pesky warning
Also, annoyingly, mentions don't produce the list of members names in quick edit (it does in modify)
And even more annoyingly, if you start a quick edit and then realise you need some feature of modify, you lose all the changes you've made if you change.
As you can see, I'm not a fan of quick edit, or the UI for this part of the software.
Quote from: Harry on December 03, 2022, 06:57:14 AMYou can delete alerts but I have to do it one by one. I marked all alerts read, and tried to delete them all at once, by clicking at the bottom of the page, but that does not work for me!
So, clicking on "Delete all Read Alerts" didn't work? Are you sure that you didn't perhaps click on a button (not sure if there is one) that first changed all of the alerts to "Unread"?
PD
EDIT: I'm not seeing any button to do that (as in "Mark all unread").
I just discovered the alerts feature which I like.
Quote from: vandermolen on December 03, 2022, 12:36:34 PMI just discovered the alerts feature
Blimey,
Jeffrey, you are really 50 years behind today... ;D
Quote from: George on December 03, 2022, 05:53:04 AMBummer. On the old version it was an option. Maybe its something Rob can enable.
Eh? I've never seen such an option.
Edit: If it was an option to control which threads appeared on Updated Topics, there are certain threads I would have REMOVED from there several years ago. I remember specifically asking.
Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 01, 2022, 08:47:04 AMNot that it answers your question directly, but I have my posts set to display as most recent first, and as I scroll down the page the pictures are already loaded. Doing it this way may seem annoying to maintain continuity, but you soon grow used to it.
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Thanks,
Gurn! It'd be great if something could actually be done about this annoying glitch, though. 😎
Quote from: Wanderer on December 03, 2022, 10:13:38 PMThanks, Gurn! It'd be great if something could actually be done about this annoying glitch, though. 😎
True, but it won't be by me. Using this as a workaround, I never knew the other problem existed. So there's that... 😃
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Paypal auto-renewed my subscriber payment - I guess I should have manually canceled it and restarted it? Too late ???
Search does not seem to work if you search for posts by a specific user.
@Dungeon Master - Those threads that appear when I click "Updated Topics," how can I remove one or more of those topics from being in that list?
Quote from: George on December 05, 2022, 01:40:00 PM@Dungeon Master - Those threads that appear when I click "Updated Topics," how can I remove one or more of those topics from being in that list?
You can't. As I previously said, I asked years ago.
Quote from: George on December 05, 2022, 01:40:00 PM@Dungeon Master - Those threads that appear when I click "Updated Topics," how can I remove one or more of those topics from being in that list?
I get checkboxes next to the topics and can choose to mark them all as read or individual topics as read. Do you not?
I've been away from the internets. Are there any ongoing glaring deficiencies in the forum that need addressing?
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 05, 2022, 08:47:49 PMI get checkboxes next to the topics and can choose to mark them all as read or individual topics as read. Do you not?
I think what he's referring to is stopping those topics from reappearing when new posts are made in them. Permanent removal.
Which has never been possible, and as far as I'm aware still isn't possible. If it BECOMES possible, I will delete the One Word Posts from my consciousness.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 05, 2022, 08:50:26 PMI've been away from the internets. Are there any ongoing glaring deficiencies in the forum that need addressing?
Maybe this:
Quote from: Wanderer on December 01, 2022, 07:35:23 AMWhen one scrolls up from the bottom of a page with lots of images (e.g. the listening and buying threads), I noticed images are no longer loading instantaneously, in the seamless manner they used to; instead, they are loading as one goes along, resulting in very noticeable and annoying jolts and stutters, losing your position on the page. Can this be fixed? 🤷
Removing the alerts is a long and tedious affair, it has to be selected one by one, and takes too much time. Delete all read messages in on go would be the solution.
Quote from: Harry on December 06, 2022, 12:37:38 AMRemoving the alerts is a long and tedious affair, it has to be selected one by one, and takes too much time. Delete all read messages in on go would be the solution.
Harry,
If you click All Alerts and scroll down to the bottom right of page 1, you have a Delete All Read Alerts button.
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 06, 2022, 12:51:58 AMHarry,
If you click All Alerts and scroll down to the bottom right of page 1, you have a Delete All Read Alerts button.
Thank you, for this, it worked.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 05, 2022, 08:50:26 PMI've been away from the internets. Are there any ongoing glaring deficiencies in the forum that need addressing?
The "Laugh" emoticon has disappeared a few days ago. Not a big deal but I noticed it.
I don't see an emoticon for "Magyar warrior burns village" ... Ok, ok, mate, I can live without it, but where is the angel/halo guy? Are we restricted to what's listed, or will it take ASCII code creations?
Quote from: Florestan on December 06, 2022, 02:42:10 AMThe "Laugh" emoticon has disappeared a few days ago. Not a big deal but I noticed it.
You can add any emoticon you want from your own emoji keyboard(s). Like this: ✈️🎩🦩🦌👍😎
Quote from: Florestan on December 06, 2022, 02:42:10 AMThe "Laugh" emoticon has disappeared a few days ago. Not a big deal but I noticed it.
Perhaps someone is suggesting that we've lost our sense of humo
r here? ;)
PD
Quote from: Wanderer on December 06, 2022, 06:39:18 AM... from your own emoji keyboard(s).
What is an "emoji keyboard" ?? :o
Quote from: Scion7 on December 06, 2022, 08:30:52 AMWhat is an "emoji keyboard" ?? :o
I had to look it up as I had no idea either: For windows laptops, when you type some text in the reply box, press the
Windows Key +
; then a pop-up window appears with the available emojis you can insert here.
🎶🪗🎻📯🎼
jhjh wwyhuw
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 06, 2022, 08:38:13 AMFor windows laptops, when you type some text in the reply box, press the Windows Key + ; then a pop-up window appears with the available emojis you can insert here.
Doesn't work for me.
sounds like the typical demonic MS lure/ploy/damned strategy ....
Try holding Windows Key and press the Full Stop instead (that's what I first saw online but that didn't work for me, the semi-colon did).
Neither full stop nor semi-colon do the trick for me.
🇧🇪🤔🥰😿👁�👧🏾👮🏼�♂️🥷🏻🧜🏼�♂️👯🧑🏻�🦽🧥🎩🐹🐟🌎
Well it seems not EVERY emoji works. (Keyboard built into iPhone software)
On one site they also mentioned using a period instead of the semi-colon.
PD
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 06, 2022, 09:33:22 AMUsually, you can pick an 'emoji set' to install, or add into, the basic software setup. I assume only the default emoji set has been installed thus far.
From Rob, a few days ago:
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 30, 2022, 08:46:07 PMYou can now choose from a variety of smilies in your Profile. none of the choices are great, I'm afraid.
Quote from: Florestan on December 06, 2022, 09:17:28 AMNeither full stop nor semi-colon do the trick for me.
No further idea Andrei, sorry. What I mentioned was for Windows 10 & 11, I assume you are on one of those two ?
Quote from: Madiel on December 06, 2022, 09:26:27 AM🇧🇪🤔🥰😿👁�👧🏾👮🏼�♂️🥷🏻🧜🏼�♂️👯🧑🏻�🦽🧥🎩🐹🐟🌎
Sounds like you had a good night out :P
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 06, 2022, 10:02:57 AMNo further idea Andrei, sorry. What I mentioned was for Windows 10 & 11, I assume you are on one of those two ?
Nope, Windows 7. ;D
Thanks, anyway.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 06, 2022, 09:33:22 AMJust type colon+closed round bracket: :)
Or colon+capital D = :D
Or colon+hyphen+asterisk: :-*
Obviously, I think you get all those 'easy' emoji's from the toolbar at the top of a reply/quick reply panel.
Yes, I have the above in the toolbar: in order, smiley, cheesy and kiss. It's the "laugh" one that hasn't been showing anymore for a few days now.
Quote from: Florestan on December 06, 2022, 10:09:19 AMNope, Windows 7. ;D
Thanks, anyway.
Fair enough ;D
You can download an emoji keyboard app on cnet as an alternative option.
Quote from: Papy Oli on December 06, 2022, 10:19:08 AMFair enough ;D
You can download an emoji keyboard app on cnet as an alternative option.
Actually, too much trouble. I'll make do with what I have in the toolbar.
Quote from: Florestan on December 06, 2022, 10:50:45 AMActually, too much trouble. I'll make do with what I have in the toolbar.
Right? Just not that invested in the use of emojis.
I maybe wrong, but it seems to me that the search function is only partially/minimally functioning.
Quote from: Dry Brett Kavanaugh on December 06, 2022, 11:45:53 AMI maybe wrong, but it seems to me that the search function is only partially/minimally functioning.
There had been discussion here about that. Last I knew, there was an issue trying to search for something within a particular thread but not in terms of boards (Like "Opera and Vocal" for instance) nor during a search within the whole forum. Rob knows about it.
PD
Quote from: Scion7 on December 06, 2022, 08:30:52 AMWhat is an "emoji keyboard" ?? :o
I was just about to ask the same question! ;D
One feature that I've never found that helpful is the one which states something like 'WARNING!!! someone has just posted a new message on this thread'. Considering that in the WAYLTN thread, for example, there is a fairly constant stream of traffic this 'warning' nearly always pops up; others, however, might find it very helpful.
Quote from: vandermolen on December 06, 2022, 01:03:25 PMOne feature that I've never found that helpful is the one which states something like 'WARNING!!! someone has just posted a new message on this thread'. Considering that in the WAYLTN thread, for example, there is a fairly constant stream of traffic this 'warning' nearly always pops up; others, however, might find it very helpful.
I turned that...stuff off 20 years ago and never looked back. Not so much unhelpful for me as just a big "so?" ::)
🤠
Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 06, 2022, 01:08:16 PMI turned that...stuff off 20 years ago and never looked back. Not so much unhelpful for me as just a big "so?" ::)
🤠
How do you 'turn it off' please?
I didn't realise that it was an option.
Quote from: vandermolen on December 06, 2022, 01:16:16 PMHow do you 'turn it off' please?
I didn't realise that it was an option.
It's on the Look/Layout portion of your Profile.
I don't mind it; and it sometimes saves me from repititive posts and such.
Quote from: JBS on December 06, 2022, 01:28:08 PMIt's on the Look/Layout portion of your Profile.
I don't mind it; and it sometimes saves me from repititive posts and such.
Thanks Jeffrey :)
Quote from: Gurn Blanston on December 06, 2022, 01:08:16 PMI turned that...stuff off 20 years ago and never looked back.
Likewise. Also, signatures.
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 06, 2022, 12:02:05 PMThere had been discussion here about that. Last I knew, there was an issue trying to search for something within a particular thread but not in terms of boards (Like "Opera and Vocal" for instance) nor during a search within the whole forum. Rob knows about it.
PD
Another wrinkle in search is "Search for posts by user." Unfortunately I have not figured out what the issue is yet.
Here is a little example breakdown.
I had a conversation with Todd recently about the pianist Kempff.
Searching for Kempff and selecting user Todd and checking the "show results as messages" box returns 9 pages of results.
Searching for Kempff and selecting user Brian and allowing search to show results as
threads returns 20 results.
Searching for Kempff and selecting user Brian and checking the "show results as messages" box returns 0 (
zero) results.
I don't understand why results-as-messages works for one user but not another...or why results-as-threads works more consistently.
The new phonograph/horn icon avatar symbol sacrificial-lamb rock-concert t-shirt emblem in the top left corner ...
I thought the old emblem was perfect. Any was on our end to adjust that? Or are we stuck like Mac OS no 64-bit applications from this point on no exceptions tough for you suckituppables? >:D
FWIW I have no problem with the Victrola emblem we now have.
I barely remember the old one, tbh.
Quote from: Scion7 on December 09, 2022, 02:36:38 PMThe new phonograph/horn icon avatar symbol sacrificial-lamb rock-concert t-shirt emblem in the top left corner ...
I thought the old emblem was perfect. Any was on our end to adjust that?
With the new software and layout, the old logo didn't fit. So I designed a new one, that you see here.
I made a separate thread where I fully admitted I was no graphic designer and if members had better design skills than me, please submit your best logo.
I got a grand total of zero submissions.
So after 2 weeks I removed the request thread and decided that either:
1. People were very happy with the new logo
Or
2. Members hated the new logo but had even worse design skills than me
If you can design a better logo than me, please feel free. PNG format, 72 pixels high.
The new logo is just fine. I can't remember what the old logo was.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 09, 2022, 06:38:18 PMWith the new software and layout, the old logo didn't fit. So I designed a new one, that you see here.
I made a separate thread where I fully admitted I was no graphic designer and if members had better design skills than me, please submit your best logo.
I got a grand total of zero submissions.
So after 2 weeks I removed the request thread and decided that either:
1. People were very happy with the new logo
Or
2. Members hated the new logo but had even worse design skills than me
If you can design a better logo than me, please feel free. PNG format, 72 pixels high.
Sweet that you used a Gramophone/old horn record player. Thank you. It's lovely.
PD
Search "this topic" still not working.
I noticed something peculiar. It used to be that if you looked a another member's profile there was a field "last active." It seems to have indicate that most recent time that the member was interacting with the site. Now some members profiles show "last active" and some don't. Is there a new feature that a member can disable that field for their profile? It is sometimes interesting to look at, because you can see if a missing member is still visiting, but not posting.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 09, 2022, 06:38:18 PMIf you can design a better logo than me, please feel free. PNG format, 72 pixels high.
I just liked the old one - it was brighter in the bookmarks list. ;D
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 10, 2022, 04:48:21 AMI am pretty certain that it's under 'Account Settings', 'Show others my online status'. If that's checked, you get a 'last active' displayed, and if it's unchecked, you don't.
Source: I was just able to turn my last active date on and off by checking and unchecking that option.
I see. I think the effect of that setting on the "last active" field is new, because now long-gone members who could not have changed that setting have had their "last active" field removed.
It's a setback for busybodies, since we can no longer opine that such-and-such a member has been gone since 2013, etc.
Quote from: Spotted Horses on December 10, 2022, 05:41:42 AMI see. I think the effect of that setting on the "last active" field is new, because now long-gone members who could not have changed that setting have had their "last active" field removed.
It's a setback for busybodies, since we can no longer opine that such-and-such a member has been gone since 2013, etc.
It's also possible that the field is empty for anyone who has not been active since the new software started.
Rob,
Why is there now an option to "Show IP address" now under my avatar which comes up when I login? And is that only visible to me? Or, if I accidentally click on it, is it visible to others..including bots?
And do others here see this under their avatars after they've logged in?
PD
Well a short answer, no one can see your IP address, only visible to you
Quote from: Harry on December 15, 2022, 08:01:37 AMWell a short answer, no one can see your IP address, only visible to you
I just haven't seen this before as part of the formatting here. Are you sure?
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 15, 2022, 08:03:28 AMI just haven't seen this before as part of the formatting here. Are you sure?
PD
Yes, it was present on the old software as well. If you look at a post by someone else (like this one), you will see a note that says "Logged." Clicking on "Logged" gives this message:
Your IP address is shown only to you and moderators. Remember that this information is not identifying, and that most IPs change periodically.
You cannot see other members' IP addresses, and they cannot see yours.
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 15, 2022, 08:03:28 AMI just haven't seen this before as part of the formatting here. Are you sure?
PD
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Yes dear
Quote from: Brian on December 15, 2022, 08:16:22 AMYes, it was present on the old software as well. If you look at a post by someone else (like this one), you will see a note that says "Logged." Clicking on "Logged" gives this message:
Your IP address is shown only to you and moderators. Remember that this information is not identifying, and that most IPs change periodically.
You cannot see other members' IP addresses, and they cannot see yours.
Quote from: Harry on December 15, 2022, 08:30:01 AMQuote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 15, 2022, 08:03:28 AMI just haven't seen this before as part of the formatting here. Are you sure?
PD
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Yes dear
Under my avatar it says [underneath Location], it says "Show IP address" vs. "Logged". I didn't ever recall seeing that before now. And I also was wondering what "Logged" meant; I assumed that it had meant something like they were a current member.
In any event, thanks!
PD
Interesting.
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on December 15, 2022, 07:59:02 AMRob,
Why is there now an option to "Show IP address" now under my avatar which comes up when I login? And is that only visible to me? Or, if I accidentally click on it, is it visible to others..including bots?
And do others here see this under their avatars after they've logged in?
Its only visible to you (and admin). Regular members, bots and guests can't see it.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 15, 2022, 05:18:18 PMIts only visible to you (and admin). Regular members, bots and guests can't see it.
Thank you for replying! :)
PD
I think I stumbled upon a glitch in the "advanced search" option.
Quite often I look for my own old posts, for various reasons but mainly to save me the trouble of looking on the net for a picture of a recording I am listening to.
In advanced search there are two options I often use:
- Show results as messages
- Search in topic subjects only
Now, when I click "Show results as messages" I have discovered that the search is conducted "in topic subjects only".
Odd.... ::)
I just realized the ASIN tag for direct links to Amazon is no longer available.
Quote from: Que on December 18, 2022, 11:20:05 PMI think I stumbled upon a glitch in the "advanced search" option.
Quite often I look for my own old posts, for various reasons but mainly to save me the trouble of looking on the net for a picture of a recording I am listening to.
In advanced search there are two options I often use:
- Show results as messages
- Search in topic subjects only
Now, when I click "Show results as messages" I have discovered that the search is conducted "in topic subjects only".
Odd.... ::)
This may be connected with some other "show results as messages" search issues I have previously posted about:
Quote from: Brian on December 07, 2022, 05:29:50 PMAnother wrinkle in search is "Search for posts by user." Unfortunately I have not figured out what the issue is yet.
Here is a little example breakdown.
I had a conversation with Todd recently about the pianist Kempff.
Searching for Kempff and selecting user Todd and checking the "show results as messages" box returns 9 pages of results.
Searching for Kempff and selecting user Brian and allowing search to show results as threads returns 20 results.
Searching for Kempff and selecting user Brian and checking the "show results as messages" box returns 0 (zero) results.
I don't understand why results-as-messages works for one user but not another...or why results-as-threads works more consistently.
Another problem I saw last week is that sometimes when you "show results as messages," it will say there are 25 results, or however many #, but then it actually only shows you one (1) result.
I often search my own old posts because I forget whether I liked a certain post or recording, and if I wrote about it in the listening thread 5 years ago, I can see my own previous notes. ;D
Quote from: Brian on December 19, 2022, 11:31:51 AMThis may be connected with some other "show results as messages" search issues I have previously posted about:
Another problem I saw last week is that sometimes when you "show results as messages," it will say there are 25 results, or however many #, but then it actually only shows you one (1) result.
I often search my own old posts because I forget whether I liked a certain post or recording, and if I wrote about it in the listening thread 5 years ago, I can see my own previous notes. ;D
Definitely the same problem! :o
This topic (https://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,32159.0/topicseen.html) is a poll, but I do not see the poll (I only read the posts to the topic.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 21, 2022, 12:37:09 PMThis topic (https://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,32159.0/topicseen.html) is a poll, but I do not see the poll (I only read the posts to the topic.
That's very odd,
Karl! I've been seeing it as a poll right from the start, I even voted.
Quote from: k a rl h e nn i ng on December 21, 2022, 12:37:09 PMThis topic (https://www.good-music-guide.com/community/index.php/topic,32159.0/topicseen.html) is a poll, but I do not see the poll (I only read the posts to the topic.
Are you using Adblock? If so, have you tried disabling it?
Quote from: George on December 21, 2022, 12:54:53 PMAre you using Adblock? If so, have you tried disabling it?
I don't believe I use that.
Quote from: George on December 21, 2022, 12:54:53 PMAre you using Adblock? If so, have you tried disabling it?
I don't think Adblock (which I use) has got anything to do with it, George. After all, it wouldn't block a GMG inner page from displaying correctly, would it?
Quote from: Florestan on December 21, 2022, 12:59:51 PMI don't think Adblock (which I use) has got anything to do with it, George. After all, it wouldn't block a GMG inner page from displaying correctly, would it?
It had that effect for me in the past, yes. In fact, recently on this site. That why I asked Karl if he was using Adblock.
Quote from: George on December 21, 2022, 01:05:39 PMIt had that effect for me in the past, yes. In fact, recently on this site. That why I asked Karl if he was using Adblock.
Oh, my! I wasn't aware of that, nor thought it was possible. My apologies, then. Clearly,
Mysteries of the Internet might have mystified
Eugene Sue himself, his
Mysteries of Paris notwithstanding. :D
I just put up a sort of test poll in the Polling Station sub-board.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 22, 2022, 01:08:57 AMIt's not another Subscriber-only issue, is it?
Just think of all the things you can pay not to see... :o
Sometimes, not always, when I click on the "1 person likes this" to see who that person is I get the message "Sorry, Florestan, you are banned from using this forum." WTF is this? ???
Quote from: Florestan on December 22, 2022, 03:20:32 AMSometimes, not always, when I click on the "1 person likes this" to see who that person is I get the message "Sorry, Florestan, you are banned from using this forum." WTF is this? ???
That's really very funny.....sorry but it is! ;D ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: Harry on December 22, 2022, 03:24:48 AMThat's really very funny.....sorry but it is! ;D ;D ;D ;D
It's funny, indeed. When and why have I been banned, I wonder. :D :D :D
I want to contribute to this forum as a Subscriber, but as yet I wait until the issues are solved, for obviously there are a few bits and bobs that must be corrected.
Quote from: Florestan on December 22, 2022, 03:25:57 AMIt's funny, indeed. When and why have I been banned, I wonder. :D :D :D
If they ban you on GMG they could close the shop altogether.
Quote from: Harry on December 22, 2022, 03:28:35 AMIf they ban you on GMG they could close the shop altogether.
I have my bad moments but nothing that warrants a ban, I should hope.
FWIW, cannot see the poll on my phone, either.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 22, 2022, 09:57:15 AMHave you logged off and tried viewing it?
Please do so and report result.
Still no go.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 22, 2022, 10:22:59 AMWell, sorry to persist, but are you sure you logged off?
Here's me logged on (note user name in top left of screen) and note no poll:
I misread you, logged out and then back in. I twig now.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 22, 2022, 10:22:59 AMWell, sorry to persist, but are you sure you logged off?
Here's me logged on (note user name in top left of screen) and note no poll:
Logged off, I can read the ongoing poll results.
Looks like in this new version being a Subscriber is a recipe for disaster. ;D
No no no, it's a way of shielding yourself from the forum's worst trivialities. Such people are ABOVE voting.
Quote from: Madiel on December 22, 2022, 11:56:01 AMNo no no, it's a way of shielding yourself from the forum's worst trivialities. Such people are ABOVE voting.
:D :D :D
Jokes aside, it must be really annoying, frustrating even.
Quote from: Florestan on December 22, 2022, 03:25:57 AMIt's funny, indeed. When and why have I been banned, I wonder. :D :D :D
Maybe you edited one of your posts without completing the 'Why are you editing this post?' box ;D
Quote from: vandermolen on December 22, 2022, 12:13:15 PMMaybe you edited one of your posts without completing the 'Why are you editing this post?' box ;D
;D ;D ;D
I'm increasingly unhappy with the search engine, which worked well before.
But many years ago it was extremely crappy, and it seems with the update we are back to square one.. :-\
Hi all. I'm having a holiday in fairly remote parts of New Zealand. Internet access is patchy, but I am able to catch up on issues today.
I have fixed the poll issues for subscribers, and I have gone through all subscriber permissions to see if I have missed anything. I think it's all ok now. My sincere (and humble) apologies.
The search issue is far more perplexing. I have asked the experts on the SMF support forum and they haven't come up with any solutions. I suspect there is some legacy setting from the old forum that is interfering. I shall continue to investigate.
Cheers
Rob
Am I right in thinking that you can't post an image if you do a 'Quick reply' or a reply using the 'quote' feature?
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 28, 2022, 03:49:44 AMCorrect. Not unless the image is hosted on a third-party site of some sort (say, Amazon etc) and you know its url. Then you can paste in the URL and enclose it manually with img and /img tags in square brackets. Or you can click the 'insert image' button in Quick Reply, and paste the URL into the resulting pop-up, at which point it will be wrapped in the appropriate img and /img tags automatically.
The same is true if you do a 'Quick Edit' of your own posts: though, in that case, not even the 'insert image' button is available and only manual pasting of a URL and adding the tags will work.
Edited to add: I meant [ img ] and [ /img ] tags, not url and /url ones. Now corrected. Apologies.
Very many thanks. It's a bit of a 'song and dance'!
Quote from: vandermolen on December 28, 2022, 03:30:57 AMAm I right in thinking that you can't post an image if you do a 'Quick reply' or a reply using the 'quote' feature?
You can start a "Quick Reply" and then click on "Preview". That will show you how your post looks, and also adds the attachments button if you wish to add anything. Otherwise, skip the "Quick Reply" and just click the "Reply" button for all options.
Why is it like this? I guess "Quick Reply" is exactly that, just a quick reply without fancy additions.
Quote from: vandermolen on December 28, 2022, 03:30:57 AMAm I right in thinking that you can't post an image if you do a 'Quick reply' or a reply using the 'quote' feature?
You can, when you Preview,
Jeffrey.
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 29, 2022, 07:39:30 AMAnother workaround I have used: if you click 'Quote' to reply to someone and then realise you want to upload images and the like. Just click Ctrl+A (to select everything), then Ctrl+C (to copy it all to the the clipboard). Now click the 'Reply' button and type Ctrl+V (paste from clipboard). Now you are doing a full-on reply with image upload capabilities, but quoting text taken from someone else's post.
I think the Preview option that's now been revealed is a lot simpler workaround, but whatever floats your boat (and whatever muscle memory mandates, I guess!)
Thanks v much :)
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 29, 2022, 09:08:48 AMIt is annoying to see a name you're trying to avoid popping up in a list of people who have clicked like (probably sarcastically).
Sarcastic liking is a thing?
Unless the person who ignores you publicly states it, there is no way to know it. Sending PMs to someone who ignores you is impossible, though, or at least was so on the old version.
The ignore function on this forum is not a full block. It doesn't prevent someone from seeing your posts (heck, ignore doesn't even fully stop you from seeing the posts of the person you have ignored).
On that basis I think it's pretty unlikely that the software would prevent a person from liking posts that they can see. MAYBE it's possible to set it up so that you're never told that they liked your post.
As for the sarcasm bit... that honestly sounds like projection. If you've chosen to ignore someone, it doesn't follow at all that they feel negatively about you the same way that you feel about them.
The case AB describes is almost more like stalking, if true. If the person does know AB blocks them, and the person is desperately trying to get AB's attention at every turn, and their intentions are doing so are malicious (i.e. they are not trying to apologize or make friends), that does not sound like a problem for software. That sounds like a problem for moderators.
Personally I had never conceived of the idea that anyone might "like" a post sarcastically!
Quote from: absolutelybaching on December 29, 2022, 09:08:48 AMFeature Request (or maybe it already exists but I'm not sure where it is if so): if you put someone on your ignore list, can you please prevent them from liking your posts?
Sorry, that's not what the Ignore function does. It simply hides the messages of a member you don't wish to see. In your Profile, under Look and Layout, you can choose to hide the posts of ignored members as well.
Ignore a member does not affect them, only what you see.
Quote from: Dungeon Master on December 31, 2022, 11:03:33 AMSorry, that's not what the Ignore function does. It simply hides the messages of a member you don't wish to see. In your Profile, under Look and Layout, you can choose to hide the posts of ignored members as well.
Ignore a member does not affect them, only what you see.
Is there a way to set it so that if you ignote someone, their quoted posts are also invisible to you? I know other forums offer this. Also, it makes sense that if you are ignoring someone then you don't want to see their posts if they are quoted by other members, right?
Not sure if others would see a possible gain from this but is there a way to integrate in the profile a button for the posts that you have liked. I am thinking here more of a tracking mechanism for instance if you have liked a particular post by a member that has triggered some interest in a specific recording, for your own's future exploration. Ta.
Quote from: Papy Oli on January 04, 2023, 06:58:15 AMNot sure if others would see a possible gain from this but is there a way to integrate in the profile a button for the posts that you have liked. I am thinking here more of a tracking mechanism for instance if you have liked a particular post by a member that has triggered some interest in a specific recording, for your own's future exploration. Ta.
Nice idea, but there isn't that option in the software.
None of the images showing on iPadOS 16.2
Quote from: Brian on January 16, 2023, 12:29:04 PMA lot of MARCH releases were posted on the previous page, so if you missed them, scroll back.
But here are way more MARCH newcomers.
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Quote from: Dungeon Master on January 16, 2023, 06:35:43 PMNice idea, but there isn't that option in the software.
No worries Rob, thank you for checking.
Quote from: Mandryka on January 16, 2023, 07:56:52 PMNone of the images showing on iPadOS 16.2
I suspect this is an issue with Brian's image source (Naxos USA) rather than anything here.
Yes, Naxos USA needs to renew its security certificate. Not a GMG bug luckily.
Apologies if this has been asked before...
Is there an Unread Replies function like on the previous version for seeing new replies only for threads I've posted on? The one at the upper left seems to list ALL unread posts. Thanks in advance for replies!
Edited to add: Of course, just after I post, I find it. Thanks!
I asked earlier, when the "new look" appeared: "Where is the Angel emoticon?"
The Devil is still available! ;) We want equal time! 8)
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:)
Will that do?
Quote from: Cato on March 09, 2023, 07:28:49 AMI asked earlier, when the "new look" appeared: "Where is the Angel emoticon?"
The Devil is still available! ;) We want equal time! 8)
Emoticons? What emoticons?
Quote from: Cato on March 09, 2023, 07:28:49 AMI asked earlier, when the "new look" appeared: "Where is the Angel emoticon?"
The Devil is still available! ;) We want equal time! 8)
Quote from: Luke on March 09, 2023, 07:37:18 AMO
:)
Will that do?
I suppose that would be one possibility! Let me try to perk it up!
O:)
I would say results are mixed! ;)
Quote from: Karl Tirebiter Henning on March 09, 2023, 10:46:40 AMEmoticons? What emoticons?
Well, that is one solution! 8)
I am not sure that a Moderator has the power to conjure up The Angel, but perhaps the problem can passed along to higher authorities (?). ;)
Please?!
Quote from: Que on November 25, 2022, 11:36:58 PMI was wondering about the possibility of changing the rather odd text font in the reply/post feature? And the "buttons" in that feature are quite tiny (as are the emoticons, which also look a bit odd - I liked the old(fashioned) look better).
Quote from: Dungeon Master on November 26, 2022, 12:03:17 AMThere is nothing in the admin settings to change either of those, sorry.
I'm going to keep it like my e this for a month or two, let people get accustomed to the look, and if people still complain, I can delve into the coding.
Quote from: Karl Tirebiter Henning on March 09, 2023, 10:46:40 AMEmoticons? What emoticons?
Which is to say, not that it's important, I see no emoticons whatever.
Quote from: Karl Tirebiter Henning on March 10, 2023, 06:56:26 AMWhich is to say, not that it's important, I see no emoticons whatever.
Really? You can't see any of these? :P :'( >:D :-[ ??? >:( ;D :D ;) :) :o 8) ??? ::) :P :-[
Quote from: George on March 10, 2023, 07:07:26 AMReally? You can't see any of these? :P :'( >:D :-[ ??? >:( ;D :D ;) :) :o 8) ??? ::) :P :-[
I cannot.
Quote from: Cato on March 09, 2023, 01:21:55 PMI suppose that would be one possibility! Let me try to perk it up!
O
:)
I would say results are mixed! ;)
Well, that is one solution! 8)
I am not sure that a Moderator has the power to conjure up The Angel, but perhaps the problem can passed along to higher authorities (?). ;)
Please?!
Well, on my Mac, one can paste one of their emojis onto here (though a bit time consuming), so for you:
👼 😇 [baby angel and smiling face with halo].
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on March 10, 2023, 07:36:53 AMWell, on my Mac, one can paste one of their emojis onto here (though a bit time consuming), so for you: 👼 😇 [baby angel and smiling face with halo].
PD
Interestingly, I see the emoticons on my phone, but not on the laptop. And thanks for the aid, PD!
Quote from: Karl Tirebiter Henning on March 10, 2023, 06:56:26 AMWhich is to say, not that it's important, I see no emoticons whatever.
Very interesting!
Many thanks to the administrators for addressing the issue! 8)
When trying to change my profile, I am getting an error message saying "HTML tags are not allowed."
There are no HTML tags in what I'm changing. In fact I was getting rid of one in my signature. The only remotely HTML-type thing remaining is the URL to my blog, which is in the field that specifically says it's for containing a URL.
I don't think this has been mentioned in this thread, so I just wanted to share something I found tonight.
Let's say there is a thread I am currently posting in that is no longer fun to participate in and I don't want it listed in my new replies list. In the old version of the forum before the update, I would just keep getting updates on the thread even if I was no longer posting in it. Annoying. But I figured out tonight that now all I have to do now is click on the button at the top of the thread, just to the right of the PRINT button. This will open 4 possible options for the thread:
(https://ptpimg.me/jqfl51.png)
I then just need to choose "Not Following" and the thread will no longer show up in my unread replies list.
Quote from: George on September 14, 2023, 05:31:22 PMI don't think this has been mentioned in this thread, so I just wanted to share something I found tonight.
Let's say there is a thread I am posting in that is no longer fun to participate in and I don't want listed in my new replies list. In the old version of the forum before the update, I would just keep getting updates on the thread even if I was no longer posting in it. Annoying. But I figured out tonight that now all I have to do is click on the button at the top of the thread, just to the right of the PRINT button. This will open 4 possible options for the thread:
(https://ptpimg.me/jqfl51.png)
choose "Not Following" and the thread will no longer show up in my unread replies list.
At least I think this is how it will work. I haven't tested it yet.
Thank you very much for this, George. I think
@Madiel will be most grateful, too.
Quote from: Florestan on September 15, 2023, 12:12:45 AMThank you very much for this, George. I think @Madiel will be most grateful, too.
Lol. Damn right! I've complained about this loudly in the past, and I had absolutely no idea it had been solved.
Quote from: Florestan on September 15, 2023, 12:12:45 AMThank you very much for this, George. I think @Madiel will be most grateful, too.
Quote from: Madiel on September 15, 2023, 05:26:37 AMLol. Damn right! I've complained about this loudly in the past, and I had absolutely no idea it had been solved.
My pleasure, guys. I was very surprised and very happy to discover this new feature yesterday.
Quote from: George on September 15, 2023, 05:46:01 AMMy pleasure, guys. I was very surprised and very happy to discover this new feature yesterday.
Just by accident I used this feature for a weeks now... Thought everybody knows it.
Quote from: Madiel on September 15, 2023, 05:26:37 AMLol. Damn right! I've complained about this loudly in the past, and I had absolutely no idea it had been solved.
Yeah, I got rid of a lot of stupid/insignifcant/not-of-interest-to-me threads in which I had the bad idea to post in the past. And I'm only too happy to finally being able to ignore all threads in which politics can (and does) pop up. 8)
Quote from: Florestan on September 15, 2023, 09:58:09 AMYeah, I got rid of a lot of stupid/insignifcant/not-of-interest-to-me threads in which I had the bad idea to post in the past. And I'm only too happy to finally being able to ignore all threads in which politics can (and does) pop up. 8)
Winning!
The other day something happened with a thread I started that made me think about this. I accidentally locked the thread in question, but I couldn't unlock it and I had to ask for help to do it. If someone can lock the thread he/she starts, why can't he/she unlock it as well?
Quote from: Symphonic Addict on September 17, 2023, 07:31:08 PMIf someone can lock the thread he/she starts, why can't he/she unlock it as well?
Good question indeed.