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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
Posted by Phillipa on September 27, 2007, at 23:18:20
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on September 27, 2007, at 23:13:56
Dr. Bob if the newest answer to the thread was first no one would read the beginning ones that created the whole thread but that's just my opinion. Phillipa ps cause the first ones would be at the bottom. Also sometimes a thread changes direction.
Posted by Dr. Bob on September 28, 2007, at 1:13:13
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by MidnightBlue on September 26, 2007, at 16:24:22
> Sorry, but UGH! I really like the background color the way it is. I do not like the two tone look. Too "messy."
How about this new "outside" color instead? The other was actually more saturated, this one really is just darker. I think I like it better...
Bob
Posted by MidnightBlue on September 28, 2007, at 10:19:11
In reply to Re: two tone look, posted by Dr. Bob on September 28, 2007, at 1:13:13
Uh, now the whole thing just looks gray and depressing....
WHY do we need the border in a different color? I just don't see the need for that. It is visually unsettling.
MB
Posted by 10derHeart on September 28, 2007, at 12:19:57
In reply to Re: two tone look » Dr. Bob, posted by MidnightBlue on September 28, 2007, at 10:19:11
:-(
Is it maybe a setting I'm using? Because I've never seen any of the color changes discussed here. Main Board is still 100% beige background all over.
well, except that first stark white one - I could see that.
Posted by MidnightBlue on September 28, 2007, at 15:06:32
In reply to Re: two tone look, posted by Dr. Bob on September 28, 2007, at 1:13:13
Another thought. IF you really want/need the two tone look just make the top part the different color don't carry it all the way down the side. I think that is what is bugging me the most.
MB
Posted by gardenergirl on September 28, 2007, at 18:06:30
In reply to Re: two tone look » Dr. Bob, posted by MidnightBlue on September 28, 2007, at 15:06:32
If the different colors don't show up on the board to signify new posts, I'm not sure what the point is. Guess I've been confused about this all along.
gg
Posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 17:48:35
In reply to Re: two tone look » Dr. Bob, posted by MidnightBlue on September 28, 2007, at 10:19:11
> WHY do we need the border in a different color? I just don't see the need for that. It is visually unsettling.
The idea is to be more visually *interesting*, to have some more visual variety.
Here's something a bit lighter...
Bob
Posted by Dinah on October 1, 2007, at 18:13:40
In reply to Re: two tone look, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 17:48:35
Surely the content of the posts are interesting enough? It would be gilding the lily, or distracting from the lily perhaps, to try to add visual interest to the mentally stimulating.
Posted by Dinah on October 1, 2007, at 18:16:21
In reply to Re: two tone look, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 17:48:35
Admittedly though, as long as the background color doesn't give me a migraine, I don't have that strong feelings about it. I like the current color. But whatever makes Babble more visually interesting to you would be ok with me too. :)
Posted by 10derHeart on October 1, 2007, at 18:39:27
In reply to Re: two tone look » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on October 1, 2007, at 18:16:21
> But whatever makes Babble more visually interesting to you would be ok with me too. :)
ahh...be ever so careful what you pre-agree to.....my words never taste so good if I happen to have to munch on them later....<grin>
;-)
;-)
Posted by Dinah on October 1, 2007, at 19:01:35
In reply to Re: two tone look » Dinah, posted by 10derHeart on October 1, 2007, at 18:39:27
Posted by Deneb on October 1, 2007, at 21:09:56
In reply to Re: two tone look, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 17:48:35
I like the two tone look. It makes the posts stand out more. I actually liked the more obvious two tone look more, but I don't have any strong opinions about this.
Deneb*
Posted by MidnightBlue on October 1, 2007, at 21:47:23
In reply to Re: two tone look, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 17:48:35
Dr. Bob
I don't think a two tone look will make it any more interesting. It is the CONTENT that matters. Well written content at the lead and interesting subjects will draw people in.
One of the things I like best about this site is that it is not full of glitz. There are days you just don't want sizzle.
Now if you want to make one board flashier to appeal to a different crowd, that is fine. But problems with eye strain and the tendency to migraines makes the creamy yellow look wonderful.
MB
Posted by Phillipa on October 1, 2007, at 21:49:33
In reply to Re: two tone look » Dr. Bob, posted by MidnightBlue on October 1, 2007, at 21:47:23
I agree with MB. Phillipa
Posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 23:31:31
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on September 27, 2007, at 23:13:56
> > 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?
>
> > 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?OK, on the general information page, I added "how to contact the deputy administrators", and on the main page, I moved the Babblechat link from the bottom to the top.
If the only other outstanding issue is the two tone look, let's give this a try for a while and see how it goes?
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/babbler.html
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/babbler.htmlor, without frames:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/indexr.html
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/indexr.htmlBob
Posted by muffled on October 6, 2007, at 0:23:48
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 23:31:31
>Possible topics might be problems with the site, ideas for improvements, dealing with particular posters, statistics, the Psycho-Babble Yahoo groups, etc. Part of the idea is to enable the other boards to focus more on support and education.
* From the above: "dealing with particular posters"??????????????????That is VERY misleading....I thot we were to use the notify administrators button?
*what does 'the psychobabble yahoo groups ' mean?
Posted by muffled on October 6, 2007, at 0:25:46
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 23:31:31
This is a message board for mutual support and education. It focuses on medication-related issues.
* I like the definition, its OK
Looking for answers? Feel free to search the archives or to check out Psycho-Babble Tips, listings compiled by Psycho-Babble participants of helpful web pages on various topics, including coping with crisis, children and adolescents, drug and herb interactions, seasonal affective disorder, thyroid and depression, specific medications such as bupropion (Wellbutrin), mirtazapine (Remeron), nefazodone (Serzone), and venlafaxine (Effexor), and other helpful links.
*but I would WAY rather all the above wasn't there....CLUTTER
Posted by muffled on October 6, 2007, at 0:28:37
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on October 1, 2007, at 23:31:31
ya, all that other stuff I said above can go under genreral info.
What does 'show new posts' do? Does it just refresh for you?
Thats all.
M
Posted by Amigan on October 6, 2007, at 6:43:35
In reply to layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on September 23, 2007, at 2:52:59
> Hi, everyone,
>
> I think the main pages of the boards are getting kind of cluttered, so I'd like to propose revising the layout a little. How about something like this:
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> http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/babbler.html
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> or, without frames:
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> http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/indexr.html
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> BobDefinitely a good idea!
Another thing to add is that new threads should appear in the top of the page, not in the bottom. Sorry if it already mentioned, i didn't read the whole thread. (having a little ADD)Personally, i would like to see a mainstream/conventional layout. Like the one we see when we visit 95% of all forums.
Posted by Phillipa on October 6, 2007, at 19:01:19
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Amigan on October 6, 2007, at 6:43:35
I visit this board cause of the layout don't care for the boards. Phillipa
Posted by Dr. Bob on October 7, 2007, at 13:07:42
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by muffled on October 6, 2007, at 0:28:37
> From the above: "dealing with particular posters"??????????????????That is VERY misleading....I thot we were to use the notify administrators button?
Thanks, that's a good point, maybe "dealing with particular types of behavior by posters"?
> what does 'the psychobabble yahoo groups ' mean?
Psycho-Babble Tips
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/psycho-babble-tipsand
Psycho-Babble Open
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/psycho-babble-open> What does 'show new posts' do? Does it just refresh for you?
Right, I thought that might help people who were new here.
I've started the conversion and should be finished later today...
Bob
Posted by Dinah on October 8, 2007, at 8:19:08
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on October 7, 2007, at 13:07:42
Dr. Bob, I hadn't realized how many times I go back up a board before switching to another. Would it be possible to put that little thin line of boards directly above the posts as well as directly below?
Posted by gardenergirl on October 8, 2007, at 19:02:00
In reply to Re: layout of main pages » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on October 8, 2007, at 8:19:08
I think I always looked at Babblechat at the bottom. Is it possible to put that at the bottom as well. It seems that something that small could be added to line of items at the bottom without adding too much to the clutter. And to be really picky, I'd prefer if the top Babblechat link was at the end of the line of items. That way, the number of those in chat is easy to pick out.
Also, is there any way to set up a "jump to" link with a pull down menu to get to the boards? That could reduce clutter as well. Maybe put the list with descriptions in one place, perhaps the top, and then a jump link at the bottom. Or vice versa?
gg
Posted by LlurpsieNoodle on October 9, 2007, at 11:19:19
In reply to Re: layout of main pages, posted by Dr. Bob on October 7, 2007, at 13:07:42
Hi Dr. Bob,
I was wondering if you can put a babblechat counter at the bottom of the pages? Other than that, thanks for relatively seamless transition to new layout.-Ll
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