cincy_kid
Verified Member
Ok, we are upgraded to the latest version!
For those who want to read everything about it, feel free to check out the release notes here.
Here is a short version of some of the new features. Some of these may still need to be set up/activated in the admin section as I am still reading and learning where everything is.`
FORUMS & THREAD TYPES
They added some new types of threads and forums we can use. For example, a "Question" thread where you are looking for a definitive answer on something, people can answer and others can upvote it so the popular answer is easy for the person asking to see. An "Article" thread gives you more characters and room. In both of these new types, the very first post is pinned at the top! So, perfect for our WWYDS! Now, instead of having to go back to page 1 every time to see the table layout, it will be pinned at the top of every page for easy access! There are other types of threads and forums, but these 2 I thought deserved mention.
TEXT EDITOR
They changed the editor, they way it looks, fits and reacts. Now you can see the quote in your reply, now you can see the images in your posts, and more!
USERNAME CHANGE
They have had requests for years about having this ability so they finally implemented it. So now, if you are so inclined, you are able to change your username on the forum without admin permission needed to facilitate it. Please keep in mind that even if you change your username, everyone will be able to see your old username(s) by hovering over your name for a period of 90 days after you change it. Admins will be able to see it forever. I have no plans to change mine but for those who really want to, go for it!
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There are a lot of other things too more for the admin side like SEO improvements, progressive web apps, etc.
Enjoy!
For those who want to read everything about it, feel free to check out the release notes here.
Here is a short version of some of the new features. Some of these may still need to be set up/activated in the admin section as I am still reading and learning where everything is.`
FORUMS & THREAD TYPES
They added some new types of threads and forums we can use. For example, a "Question" thread where you are looking for a definitive answer on something, people can answer and others can upvote it so the popular answer is easy for the person asking to see. An "Article" thread gives you more characters and room. In both of these new types, the very first post is pinned at the top! So, perfect for our WWYDS! Now, instead of having to go back to page 1 every time to see the table layout, it will be pinned at the top of every page for easy access! There are other types of threads and forums, but these 2 I thought deserved mention.
TEXT EDITOR
They changed the editor, they way it looks, fits and reacts. Now you can see the quote in your reply, now you can see the images in your posts, and more!
USERNAME CHANGE
They have had requests for years about having this ability so they finally implemented it. So now, if you are so inclined, you are able to change your username on the forum without admin permission needed to facilitate it. Please keep in mind that even if you change your username, everyone will be able to see your old username(s) by hovering over your name for a period of 90 days after you change it. Admins will be able to see it forever. I have no plans to change mine but for those who really want to, go for it!
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There are a lot of other things too more for the admin side like SEO improvements, progressive web apps, etc.
Enjoy!