Forum Suggestions?

[LandoCal126 0]

Can new members or members who are not new but are new to posting please do their research through the forum before starting new threads that already exist? There is a search function for a reason. Also, it is always good to check out your surroundings before blindly posting things. Also, please read the Forum Member Guidelines: http://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/index.php?action=announcement;aid=1

[that_was_easy]

If possible, it may be a good idea to have a "MUST-READ-OR-ELSE" type link listed at the top of the Index/Main Forum Page.  It could contain vital information and guidelines on all the boards (Products, B&S, etc.).  Obviously new folks will have to read it voluntarily, but the more visible it is the more likely it is that members might at least give a look through.

Being on the Forum Index page, would also make it easier IMO to reference the guidelines, as I'm sure other members besides myself do on occasion.  Just some thoughts, as I know fora etiquette seems to need perennial attention and I likes me fora clutter free.

[DougNg]

Lando and that_was_easy, you both have valid points, but in my experience, there's little you can do about this.

People who don't read the rules or haphazardly post won't read the rules before posting no matter what kind of crazy font you put it in, and using the goddamn search button is a real challenge to some people for a reason that is beyond my level of comprehension

I don't know if it's the internet that has bred this type of member, but seriously, people just need to do a nominal amount of reading before they go rip shit on a forum…don't know why it's such a big deal...

[Dexter_]

Not sure if this has already been mentioned but it would be useful to have a "search this thread" shortcut on the top of the thread.

[Giles]

Unless I am being really foolish, I think it does.  If you use the search function which is at the top of a page when viewing a thread, it just searches the thread.  G

[deadendpro]

I think there should be a .gif of giles dancing on the front page of the forum; it would be the revelation to top all other revelations! Hehehe, nah, but in all seriousness, 2 things:

1. People need to fncking read threads and do their research about whatever is intresting them, no 10 year olding

And 2) Mods and Pimp Master Padmore are doing a great job.

[shoque]

@Giles:

Unless I am being really foolish, I think it does.  If you use the search function which is at the top of a page when viewing a thread, it just searches the thread.  G

Yup, as Giles said.

[Dexter_]

@Giles:

Unless I am being really foolish, I think it does.  If you use the search function which is at the top of a page when viewing a thread, it just searches the thread.  G

Got it. Thanks G.

[Giles]

and see PM

[LandoCal126 0]

Is it possible when a moderator moves a thread t the correct are if they could DELETE the original post instead of just locking it? There really is no reason to keep it up in the wrong area "Locked." It only takes up space and looks unorganized. Just my two pennies…

[LandoCal126 0]

Edit: FIXED.

[hectic]

That was me being an android klutz, unlocked now.

[mvb]

how do i embed videos ?

[shoque]

it works automatically, just post the video link from e.g. youtube or vimeo.

[mvb]

ok thanks!!!

[shoque]

no problem mate, if any technical questions arise just shoot me a pm.

[LandoCal126 0]

So I think that Bumping threads needs to be addressed now that it has begun happening. IMO I don't think that bumping a thread is a good thing on such a small forum unless there is a price drop. Maybe this could become a rule and then once the forum gets large enough the issue is addressed at that time???

[hectic]

You're referring to sales ads thread bumping I guess?

[LandoCal126 0]

Correct.

[hectic]

Its not a particularly rife practice at present. Granted, if it became so prevalent that it was swamping other thread presence then it may require a review. IMO.