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[MoodyBlues]

The 'Most Posts' list is not, in my opinion, a good thing to show. About half of its members are long gone--3 years, 5 years, 7 years... I think that's very bad for new visitors to see. If you're set on keeping it, why not add a condition limiting its members to those who've been active in the last X amount of time?

Also, the white forum link (like 'Android Help') beneath a thread is really hard to see--which, I realize, may be your point. I don't like it.

 

[Dannydet]

I agree. What is the point of showing most posts anyways if there are so many members that are gone.

 

[tommo47]

Wholeheartedly agree with @MoodyBlues and @Dannydet.

 

[Unforgiven]

The 'Most Posts' list is not, in my opinion, a good thing to show. About half of its members are long gone--3 years, 5 years, 7 years... I think that's very bad for new visitors to see. If you're set on keeping it, why not add a condition limiting its members to those who've been active in the last X amount of time?

Completely agree. Often new members are afraid to post so they will PM top members on whatever list. It would be best to at least get an account with the lights on. I know it isn't perfect, but at least rank takes into account recent activity and the breadth of forum activity (posts, likes, best answers, etc.).

Also, the white forum link (like 'Android Help') beneath a thread is really hard to see--which, I realize, may be your point. I don't like it.

I'm not seeing this, or I'm not looking in the right place. Do you have a screenshot?

 

[MoodyBlues]

I'm not seeing this, or I'm not looking in the right place. Do you have a screenshot?

Your wish is my command, kind sir!

From this very thread:

Do you see it? "Suggestion Box & Feedback."

 

[Rob]

We were trying to add the sidebar back into the template and then going to worry about the content later. Unfortunately, we can't get it in there and working properly so we're getting rid of the entire sidebar again. Womp womp.

Playing with some other things, too... trying to make the site easier to browse and more interesting on the home page.

 

[Unforgiven]

Do you see it?

Yes I do. @Rob, the last item on the breadcrumbs in the footer is white on light gray for some reason.

 

[Steven58]

Most Posts on What's new page:

 

[Fox Mulder]

At least one of those users is deceased.

 

[MoodyBlues]

At least one of those users is deceased.

Who?!

I knew I'd missed a lot during my unplanned, involuntary absence, but I didn't know death was involved.

 

[tommo47]

One I know about

EarlyMon posted this on 29th July 2015

"RIP funkylogik - with great sadness"

The one and only funkylogic, I miss him
to this day. I've got his final 'cat' avatar in my picture album it was one of the last conversations I had with him.

My first reaction August 2015 :-

"I've just picked up this awful, awful news. I've recently had a few chats with Funky - usually hijacking a thread with some banter just about related to the original post - one of the the last ones was about using my biking gloves in 'Glove mode' - I will never forget his response - typical Funky. I will never forget you either Funky ... mate.

Bless you and may you rest in peace xx."

 

[MoodyBlues]

One I know about

EarlyMon posted this on 29th July 2015

"RIP funkylogik - with great sadness"

The one and only funkylogic, I miss him
to this day. I've got his final 'cat' avatar in my picture album it was one of the last conversations I had with him.

My first reaction August 2015 :-

"I've just picked up this awful, awful news. I've recently had a few chats with Funky - usually hijacking a thread with some banter just about related to the original post - one of the the last ones was about using my biking gloves in 'Glove mode' - I will never forget his response - typical Funky. I will never forget you either Funky ... mate.

Bless you and may you rest in peace xx."

OMG...I had no idea...

Thanks for sharing, tommo.

 

[Unforgiven]

OMG...I had no idea...

Thanks for sharing, tommo.

crashdamage has passed as well.
https://androidforums.com/threads/thanks-sorry-i-have-to-go.1006847/

 

[dontpanicbobby]

I'm sad. So sad. I'll miss them.

 

[Fox Mulder]

Yes I remember that thread well, it was strange to be a participant in that but also somewhat gratifying to have that dialog and offer comfort during the process.
It's also interesting that someone who passed almost 5 years ago is still on the Most Posts list. Kinda says something about the forums-

 

[MoodyBlues]

crashdamage has passed as well.
https://androidforums.com/threads/thanks-sorry-i-have-to-go.1006847/

Thanks. I just spent some time perusing that thread and reading his obituary. I've never known anyone who did VDD, but I fully support it.

A big loss for AF--and, of course, his family.

 

[MoodyBlues]

Thanks, @Rob!

 

[maire5]

On other sites when someone passes, they will not remove the account or ‘achievement’ listings but “grey it out”. Brings attention to it and change, but indicates the account is not active. However if the person was a staff member, that designation is removed.

 

[MoodyBlues]

On other sites when someone passes, they will not remove the account or ‘achievement’ listings but “grey it out”. Brings attention to it and change, but indicates the account is not active. However if the person was a staff member, that designation is removed.

Different sites handle it differently, including staff members. I've seen wording I can't recall exactly right now, but something like 'distinguished moderator 2004-2011.' And, yes, the grayed out thing, but still leaving the account intact. I like that.

 

[dontpanicbobby]

I like the little content ovals. Are they a thing now?