Posted by Dr. Bob on September 27, 2007, at 23:13:56
In reply to Re: layout of main pages » Dr. Bob, posted by MidnightBlue on September 27, 2007, at 10:24:03
> How about having the newest posts on top, instead of at the bottom? I usually read from bottom to top, so I can see anything new.
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> RacerI know that's more common, but if boards list the newest threads first, then to be consistent, shouldn't threads list the newest posts first?
Also, if two threads are on the same topic, I'd rather the earlier one be extended, and displaying it earlier encourages that.
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> It didn't do it without frames. I can't recall any problems with other sites, though My Yahoo, which I have set for two columns, displays the right column after the left, i.e. all in one very long column.
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> ggHmm, so maybe it handles frames by displaying one after another? So the left frame would "autoscroll" all the way to the end and then the right frame would be displayed?
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> Yes Dr. Bob,
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> Put important info on contacts on the Home page. Don't bury it in the frequently asked questions and rules.OK, is there anything else you'd consider especially important?
> THAT is where all the psychobabble tips should be. It is too cluttered to put that on every page.
Well, I guess I'm trying to remind people that they're there. Yes, it's kind of cluttered, but it's less cluttered than before, at least? Also, fewer tips would be listed on the other boards.
> It IS nice though to be able to see at the top of the page if anyone is in chat.
At the top rather than at the bottom?
> OH, and the bubble over reveal with the mouse is nice. I use that all the time on Yahoo.
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> MBThanks, I got the idea from Thunderbird...
Bob
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