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Title: It is still a work in process.
Post by: hitech on February 17, 2015, 04:12:21 PM
Wanted to get the bbs look closer to where it was, we still have more work to do tomorrow.

HiTech

Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: TequilaChaser on February 17, 2015, 04:29:32 PM
I've just noticed that the bbs is now hosted on central US time, verse the old boards time setting

TC
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: SysError on February 17, 2015, 04:43:49 PM
... we still have more work to do tomorrow.
HiTech

If we start beating you up, here are some if the lines we used to use back in the day:





I'm sure I'll remember one or two others in the middle of the night...

Thanks for all the effort.  It is appreciated.
 :salute
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Someguy63 on February 17, 2015, 05:12:52 PM
Wanted to get the bbs look closer to where it was, we still have more work to do tomorrow.

HiTech


Thanks breh


 :salute
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ImADot on February 17, 2015, 05:36:36 PM
"My programs don't have bugs...they just develop random features."
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Arlo on February 17, 2015, 05:41:46 PM
I'm just glad for the colors. That's how I keep tabs of whether I'm at the right place or not (guess it sounds odd - but yeah).
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Volron on February 17, 2015, 05:47:44 PM
"My programs don't have bugs...they just develop random features."

 :rofl :rofl :rofl
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ROC on February 17, 2015, 05:50:49 PM
I love the new "Babes" section of the forums, nice touch. 












nono, just kidding, not there  :neener:
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Copprhed on February 17, 2015, 05:51:28 PM
Could the HOME link at the top of the page return to taking you to the AH home page? that was really convenient when I want to check my plane stats.

Dammit ROC, I looked!   :x
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ebfd11 on February 17, 2015, 05:52:53 PM
Could the HOME link at the top of the page return to taking you to the AH home page? that was really convenient when I want to check my plane stats.

What are plane stats??
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Volron on February 17, 2015, 05:53:26 PM
I wouldn't mind the return of that one feature where I would click on a topic with a new post, and it would automatically take me to said new post.  Maybe I'm missing something in the profile settings? :headscratch:
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Copprhed on February 17, 2015, 05:54:20 PM
So I can see what plane I'm most successful in....or what I need to work on, which is everything in all of them....
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Mitchell on February 17, 2015, 06:06:14 PM
I love the new "Babes" section of the forums, nice touch.

I looked, LOL  :rofl
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 17, 2015, 06:06:40 PM
Actually, I kind of like the way it's set up now. It's close enough to what it was before to not feel different, but it's still different at the same time.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Plazus on February 17, 2015, 06:11:16 PM
Adding some borders around each reply on a thread as well as some up above in the navigation pane would be nice. Keep up the good work.  :salute
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: jimbo71 on February 17, 2015, 06:14:40 PM
I have lost my "Copper Member" status!   :bhead

Oh the humanity   :O
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Latrobe on February 17, 2015, 07:27:01 PM
I lost my "down low surrounded by red airplanes" location!  :cry


It was really handy in letting people know where to find me if they ever wanted a fight.  :)
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: FLOOB on February 17, 2015, 11:06:34 PM
This new layout is an affront to God!
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Molsman on February 17, 2015, 11:22:10 PM
I love the new "Babes" section of the forums, nice touch.
nono, just kidding, not there  :neener:



You mean the New Sheep on their Backs Section?????  :devil














 
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Ratsy on February 18, 2015, 08:24:52 AM
Keep it simple, Stupid.

Enhance it only as far as it doesn't cause major work when it needs to be upgraded or replaced.

It's a BBS, not a bloody shrine.

With respect.

 :salute
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 18, 2015, 08:57:03 AM
I wouldn't mind the return of that one feature where I would click on a topic with a new post, and it would automatically take me to said new post.  Maybe I'm missing something in the profile settings? :headscratch:

You have to click on the "new" icon for it to take you to the next post you have not read.

Could the HOME link at the top of the page return to taking you to the AH home page? that was really convenient when I want to check my plane stats.

Dammit ROC, I looked!   :x

That will make its return, in a slightly different manner.  Maybe. :)

I have lost my "Copper Member" status!   :bhead

Oh the humanity   :O

That was a mod to the previous version.  I have it on the list to see if this new version has a similar mod.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: morfiend on February 18, 2015, 09:01:26 AM
Can we get back 100 answers/topics per page? This new version only allows 50 max.

   It's nice to not have so many pages per topic.



    :salute
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Greebo on February 18, 2015, 10:12:58 AM
There is one slightly annoying thing I have found with the new BBS:
When I create a post with images embedded in it the images themselves now appear inside the "Post Reply" box. Previously you would just see the image text address in between  "img" codes and you had to hit "preview" to see the message with images. Personally I found it easier to edit forum messages the old way, having large images in the text box is awkward.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Bruv119 on February 18, 2015, 10:14:45 AM
I prefer the new white one    :old: :D
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Vraciu on February 18, 2015, 10:25:35 AM
I am not happy with the change but will be patient.


Seems like when I click on a thread with imbedded pictures it shrinks the text to fit the photo, so now, instead of zooming to see the photo like before, I have to zoom to read the text.   Not sure that was what you intended, but.....


As with anything, we will adapt.  At least it is up and running again. :)
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 18, 2015, 10:51:12 AM
Can we get back 100 answers/topics per page? This new version only allows 50 max.

   It's nice to not have so many pages per topic.

There is one slightly annoying thing I have found with the new BBS:
When I create a post with images embedded in it the images themselves now appear inside the "Post Reply" box. Previously you would just see the image text address in between  "img" codes and you had to hit "preview" to see the message with images. Personally I found it easier to edit forum messages the old way, having large images in the text box is awkward.

I am not happy with the change but will be patient.


Seems like when I click on a thread with imbedded pictures it shrinks the text to fit the photo, so now, instead of zooming to see the photo like before, I have to zoom to read the text.   Not sure that was what you intended, but.....


As with anything, we will adapt.  At least it is up and running again. :)

These are modifications (SMF mods) to the previous board.  I still have to look for those mods, or something close to them.  Right now the priority has been to get the style set, then go after the mods.

I prefer the new white one    :old: :D

You can change which look you want in your profile, under the "Look and Layout" options.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Copprhed on February 18, 2015, 11:27:20 AM
Just want to say thanks to you at HTC for giving a damn about our experience with the game and the BBS.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 18, 2015, 12:15:51 PM
There is one slightly annoying thing I have found with the new BBS:
When I create a post with images embedded in it the images themselves now appear inside the "Post Reply" box. Previously you would just see the image text address in between  "img" codes and you had to hit "preview" to see the message with images. Personally I found it easier to edit forum messages the old way, having large images in the text box is awkward.

I think this one is fixed now.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Randy1 on February 18, 2015, 12:20:26 PM
The background colors have change somewhat.  Looks sharper.  I like the changes.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Vraciu on February 18, 2015, 12:52:46 PM
These are modifications (SMF mods) to the previous board.  I still have to look for those mods, or something close to them.  Right now the priority has been to get the style set, then go after the mods.

You can change which look you want in your profile, under the "Look and Layout" options.


 :aok
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 18, 2015, 01:01:44 PM
I love this though, every time I hit the refresh button something is different. It's like playing roulette!  :)
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Mar on February 18, 2015, 02:56:35 PM
Just want to say thanks to you at HTC for giving a damn about our experience with the game and the BBS.

 :aok
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Mano on February 18, 2015, 03:03:26 PM
Thank you HiTech for providing a Forum for the players. !!!!!!

 :salute

...and thanks Skuzzy for keeping it family oriented as well.

 :salute
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: hitech on February 18, 2015, 03:43:46 PM
TapaTalk should now be operational.

Which was one of the reasons for the update.

HiTech
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Vraciu on February 18, 2015, 04:46:11 PM
Shouldn't it be "A work in progress"????




Hee hee hee!
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Arlo on February 18, 2015, 05:14:12 PM
Forgive him. He's new.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: DREDIOCK on February 18, 2015, 07:16:33 PM
Shouldn't it be "A work in progress"????




Hee hee hee!

Dont forget to duck!  :lol
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Vraciu on February 19, 2015, 05:54:55 AM
Dont forget to duck!  :lol


 :rofl
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: dmdchief on February 19, 2015, 08:23:29 AM
ok I will show my dumbness what is"TAPATALK"
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 19, 2015, 09:04:47 AM
ok I will show my dumbness what is"TAPATALK"

A mobile application to make it easier to deal with bulletin boards on a mobile device.  Also makes them all appear in a consistent manner.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Mister Fork on February 19, 2015, 09:05:28 AM
ok I will show my dumbness what is"TAPATALK"

Smartphone/tablet app that allows mobile devices and tablets to see the forum on a smaller screen. It's pretty good. :aok

Details here: https://tapatalk.com/
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 19, 2015, 09:14:59 AM
There are some things about this new board you should be aware of.

1)  If you do not like the WYSIWYG post editor, you can turn it off in your Profile (Look and Layout).  This will restore the editor to how it used to look and work.

2)  There are new fields in your profile for adding links to various social sites.  Use them if you like.

Still working on adding various mods to get more of the functionality/feature set we had before, but we are getting close to being done.  Minor tweaking still needs to be done on the overall look.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ImADot on February 19, 2015, 09:17:55 AM
Is there an option to preview the first few lines of a post just by hovering the mouse pointer over it? I find that useful to help me to decide if I want to read a post...since too many people don't know how to create a meaningful subject line.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Lusche on February 19, 2015, 09:45:33 AM
Smartphone/tablet app that allows mobile devices and tablets to see the forum on a smaller screen.

I'm glad I just aquired a new smartphone with a screen large enough to browse the forum conventionally.  :old:
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Drano on February 19, 2015, 09:54:55 AM
Using Tapatalk. Looks good so far.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: steely07 on February 19, 2015, 04:22:14 PM
Just want to say thanks to you at HTC for giving a damn about our experience with the game and the BBS.

Hear Hear, I've run a few message boards in my time, and I know upgrade time is always both frightening and difficult.

Nice job Skuzzy <S>!

Steely
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: guncrasher on February 20, 2015, 03:07:42 AM
I have posted hundred of nonsense replies to reach plutonium and now they're taken away  :bhead :bhead :bhead :bhead


semp
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 20, 2015, 06:35:16 AM
The stars are still there, the tags are missing.  Working on it.

That was a mod to the older board, and no longer available for the newer board.  Going to have to get creative.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: USRanger on February 20, 2015, 07:20:30 AM
You better mister! :furious
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Devil 505 on February 20, 2015, 10:40:28 AM
I have posted hundred of nonsense replies to reach plutonium and now they're taken away  :bhead :bhead :bhead :bhead


semp
Radioactive decay?
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 20, 2015, 10:46:39 AM
Radioactive decay?

Half Life 3 confirmed.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: -ammo- on February 20, 2015, 02:28:12 PM
It would be really cool to imbed YT videos - is that possible with this update?
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ImADot on February 20, 2015, 05:53:47 PM
Links at the top of the page "Show new replies to your posts" and "Add/Remove users to/from a private forum" need to be separated.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Arlo on February 20, 2015, 06:14:48 PM
They aren't married on my end.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ImADot on February 20, 2015, 07:54:38 PM
hmmm. I was still in "compatibility mode" due to how the BBS rendered content before the BBS update. Removed it, and it looks fine now. Aren't computers wonderful...
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: flatiron1 on February 21, 2015, 07:12:31 AM
It used to  be when you hit the Home button it would take you to the main AH webpage. Now it take you to the forum main page. This is duplicated by the button that says Aces High Bulletin Board. I would like the old way back  back.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Skuzzy on February 25, 2015, 02:54:55 PM
Should all be done now.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: ink on February 25, 2015, 06:02:09 PM
It used to  be when you hit the Home button it would take you to the main AH webpage. Now it take you to the forum main page. This is duplicated by the button that says Aces High Bulletin Board. I would like the old way back  back.

yuppers...still the same.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 25, 2015, 06:36:23 PM
Should all be done now.

Not quite...

(http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad258/DragonTamer1X/not%20quite.png)
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: The Fugitive on February 25, 2015, 06:47:41 PM
Not quite...

(http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad258/DragonTamer1X/not%20quite.png)

Funny it looks ok to me   :noid
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 25, 2015, 06:57:02 PM
Funny it looks ok to me   :noid

He's right, just went back and it was fine.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 25, 2015, 07:24:18 PM
Can't seem to find the location to add people to my ignore list.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: The Fugitive on February 25, 2015, 09:31:02 PM
click profiles, then in the box on the left at the bottom "buddies/ignore", When that page is open there is a button at the top to switch from the buddies list to the ignore list. Add names to the box at the bottom and click add.
Title: Re: It is still a work in process.
Post by: Dragon Tamer on February 25, 2015, 10:17:08 PM
click profiles, then in the box on the left at the bottom "buddies/ignore", When that page is open there is a button at the top to switch from the buddies list to the ignore list. Add names to the box at the bottom and click add.

That was stupidly hard to see with those colors. Thanks for pointing it out!