Nas 2,873 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 (edited) Maybe there could be a new tab in the sidebar that has all the latest posts on the forums? Like, not latest topics or created threads, I mean the latest posts on said threads. My other forum has one. I just thought it'd be quite convenient, as well as a handy way to see how fast the site moves more specifically. EDIT: Appears I'm mistaken...the highlighted box, I think probably is for latest posted threads, not posts, but regardless, I'm suggesting the same idea as before. Edited June 27, 2012 by NASCARFAN160licious 2 My journey in the fandom started on April 5, 2012. I joined here on April 24, 2012. Where that journey is headed now, who knows... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavelColt 22,882 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 An interesting idea. Like the hook in the first paragraph of a story, it could serve as a way for people to see whether or not they're interested in responding, right from the main page. Convenience is a forumer's best friend. I'd be interested in seeing it done, sure. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatOnePwny 59 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 Yeah, this forum is suprisingly convienient compared to other forums I've used. Oh look, set your status! Oh look, recent threads! Oh look PONIES. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krystal 1,468 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 This is one of the best ideas I've heard to improve this forum. 2 avatar and sig by your's trulyask me anything DeviantArt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkie D Pie 1,036 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 This is a freaking great idea! 1 My OC's Shadow Stalker/Aarod Brachuin/Dark Chocolate/Cocoa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezynell 2,037 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 I'm not particularly for or against the idea. I honestly wouldn't really use it, and it would need a way to leave out rp posts and ones in character database. 3 GAK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chigens and Kay 3,832 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 (edited) I'm liking this already! Edited June 27, 2012 by Chigens My signature broke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nas 2,873 June 27, 2012 Author Share June 27, 2012 Holy buck, that was fast.... 1 My journey in the fandom started on April 5, 2012. I joined here on April 24, 2012. Where that journey is headed now, who knows... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founder Twilight Sparkle ✨ 8,527 June 27, 2012 Founder Share June 27, 2012 I don't see why not. My only concern is that the sidebar is starting to get very long, and this is going to be one more hook vying for people's attention on the index. Also, I'm not entirely sure the ordering of all the books is optimal. 3 Avatar credit: robinrain8 Signature credit: Kyoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chigens and Kay 3,832 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 I don't see why not. My only concern is that the sidebar is starting to get very long, and this is going to be one more hook vying for people's attention on the index. Also, I'm not entirely sure the ordering of all the books is optimal. Quick question, is that shiny purple box with Octavia collapsable or removable in any way? I mean, it's nice in all, I just don't want to see it anymore... 2 My signature broke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founder Twilight Sparkle ✨ 8,527 June 27, 2012 Founder Share June 27, 2012 Quick question, is that shiny purple box with Octavia collapsable or removable in any way? I mean, it's nice in all, I just don't want to see it anymore... It's not collapsible because it's an ad. I plan to remove it in a few days, though - the intent was to draw some much-needed attention to our new commissions section. 2 Avatar credit: robinrain8 Signature credit: Kyoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chigens and Kay 3,832 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 It's not collapsible because it's an ad. I plan to remove it in a few days, though - the intent was to draw some much-needed attention to our new commissions section. Well alright, I was just asking because if it was gone, my sidebar would be the perfect height to fit the page and not push anything down. Thanks. 2 My signature broke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strife 455 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 It's extremely annoying and takes up far too much space. Isn't the Recent Topics combined with a bold topic name for new replies good enough ...? At least I can minimize it. Can it at least be placed below Recent Status Updates? That section gets skirted by too fast already, now it will receive far less attention from being shoved so far down the screen. Quick question, is that shiny purple box with Octavia collapsable or removable in any way? hmmm, I haven't seen this box before. My Chrome ad blocker must filter it out! yay! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starshine 16,335 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 Dear me, the recent status updates are way down in the Tartarus Level Other than having to scroll a bit further to read the newest status, it's quite a fine addition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glaceon 793 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 1 Previously: Mal (Starbolt) Eeveelutions: @Eevee: Eevee @Vaporeon: N-Harmonia : Ampharos @Flareon: Descant/Bard @Espeon: Locked @Umbreon: Lhee @Leafeon: Firebolt @Glaceon: Mal @Sylveon: DontDropThatDedenne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finesthour 7,287 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 It seems a bit much in my case ;-; I could live without it, and I'll barely use it, so I'll just minimize. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 891 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 Seems a bit unnecessary, but we can minimise it if we want to. I'd like to thank the MLP Vector Club for the images used in my avatar. Known as "Princess Mi Amore Cadenza", "Trixie the Great", "Tom" and "Tomzoid the EggDroid". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MVC NVMXD JVRXD 2,406 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 Yeah, I don't think I'm gonna be using this. I HAD TO FALL TO LOSE IT ALL BUT IN THE END IT DOESN'T EVEN MATTER /WRISTS On 4/28/2013 at 8:13 PM, gooM said: Djenty...man you are crazy, but an awesome sort of crazy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverNeverland 1,940 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 Don't really like it. It does make the sidebar longer than it needs to and I find it a bit of an eyesore. Convenience wise, its a smart idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Rarity Pony 4,892 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 I think the new posts tab on the right is completely unneeded. I'd prefer not to have it entirely. 3 LRP's opinions are subject to change without notice. Fees and penalties still apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founder Twilight Sparkle ✨ 8,527 June 27, 2012 Founder Share June 27, 2012 It's extremely annoying and takes up far too much space. Isn't the Recent Topics combined with a bold topic name for new replies good enough ...? At least I can minimize it. Can it at least be placed below Recent Status Updates? That section gets skirted by too fast already, now it will receive far less attention from being shoved so far down the screen. hmmm, I haven't seen this box before. My Chrome ad blocker must filter it out! yay! Well, you personally requested to see some ads more relevant to the community around here, so I tried to place one. Just saying. Would certainly be nice to see something other than ADs scroll through there. News relevant to this website makes it even better. As for positioning, I swapped status updates with recent posts and the hook minimized if you don't like it. I'm actually not entirely sure it was necessary or that it's going to be very useful, considering how many posts this place gets every minute. A number of people want it removed. 1 Avatar credit: robinrain8 Signature credit: Kyoshi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezynell 2,037 June 27, 2012 Share June 27, 2012 Don't really like it. It does make the sidebar longer than it needs to and I find it a bit of an eyesore. Convenience wise, its a smart idea. I think the new posts tab on the right is completely unneeded. I'd prefer not to have it entirely. I won't use it either, but minimizing it isn't really that difficult. 2 GAK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
False Perception 482 June 28, 2012 Share June 28, 2012 Would it ever be possible for us to arrange and personalize how our sidebar is organized? Like drag them to where we want in order from top to bottom? I for one do not like having the statuses above it, but the majority do. I have the donations, birthdays, and calender all minimized, yet it just doesn't feel right to me. 2 Swoop said: If something does happen to go horribly wrong, please, blame Zoop. Frenzyhero: Lurking extraordinaire, brony impersonator. Have a question? Mail me at frenzymlp@hotmail.com! It's just for you guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverNeverland 1,940 June 28, 2012 Share June 28, 2012 I won't use it either, but minimizing it isn't really that difficult. ...completely forgot about that option. Derp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strife 455 June 28, 2012 Share June 28, 2012 Well, you personally requested to see some ads more relevant to the community around here, so I tried to place one. Just saying. As for positioning, I swapped status updates with recent posts and the hook minimized if you don't like it. I'm actually not entirely sure it was necessary or that it's going to be very useful, considering how many posts this place gets every minute. A number of people want it removed. Yes, I would like to see Forum-relevant ADs. But not stuck in various places all crazy like (I haven't even seen the Octavia one, so Chrome must flag it as an AD and auto-remove it). Instead, use the area where the cute Fluttershy is for a scrolling banner (like it was previously). That space is fairly out of the way, and most people are already used to that section being eaten up by a Donation AD. As an example; you mentioned elsewhere that the Commission section needs attention ... well, why isn't that displayed as part of the scrolling banner? If this forum ever starts to delve into original content creation (like mentioned elsewhere, ex. YouTube), then that would also be a perfect place. As for that Recent Post hook ... personally, I find it to be terrible. The site gets so many posts per hour, that the rate at which it scrolls is just not helpful. The feature takes up space and adds little (if any) actual benefit. Although I do thank you for moving it to the bottom. At least there I can ignore it, so that it doesn't bother me and people who like it can continue on enjoying it. One thing I've thought of ages ago was having the interface slightly customizable via user settings. For example, being able to move in what positions those side bars (New Posts, New Topics, Recent Status Updates, etc) appear, which ones to make visible (not just minimized / maximized), and perhaps even more themes, skins, and banner options. This would make the forum-ing experience for each person far more comfortable. As for the actuality of this idea, I doubt that the IP.Board can do that ... and if so, that the hook(s) needed would have to be created ... quite the task. But I can dream, right? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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