Dave Sand Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 I have created a PDF document that attempts to cover the basics of the new forum software. I consider this to be a work in progress, so feedback will be useful. Also, if I missed something or a feature requires more explanation let me know. The link will open the PDF or download it depending on your browser settings. The images are somewhat blurry due to resizing. The Missing Manual v1.0 Line 1 - ends with just the return (enter) key. Line 2 - ends with shift-return (shift-enter) key combination. Line 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis M Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 Thanks Dave, I'll read through it before I decided to abandon my favorite forum completely. Haven't pulled the plug yet, but I'm close. This new format is a true PIA! Dennis & NancyTucson, AZ in winter, on the road in summer.1999 Volvo 610 "Bud" 425 HP Volvo, Super 10 spd.2005 Mountain Aire 35 BLKS2013 smart fortwo CityFlame riding on Bud(Replaced '05 smart first loaded in '06 and '11 smart that gave it's life to save me!)Our Travel Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWharton Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 Thanks Dave, I glanced at it and will print it out to digest. I am acclimating to the forum, still think it is very time consuming and probably bandwidth consuming. I find it strange that there had been no input(at least that I saw) from Escapees Technology area. It also seems the Forum has lost some of its members(at least for now). Would be curious as to statistics of members accessing forum prior to change and now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIBERNUT Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 If "New since last visit" is not returned, I'm outta' here. I don't have time to scroll thru subjects and forums I have no interest in. Damn shame, was my favorite forum. 2000 Volvo 635 A/S, N-14 Cummins"The Phoenix"'03 KA 38KSWB http://s918.photobucket.com/user/sibernut/library/?sort=6&page=1Furkids- Sibe's CH. Sedona & Tseika Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch_12078 Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 I click on a bookmark in my browser that brings me directly to the "Unread content" listing, and by just clicking on "Mark site read" when I'm done, the next time I come back I only see new posts since my last visit. Works for me... Dutch 2001 GBM Landau 34' Class A F-53 Chassis, Triton V10, TST TPMS 2011 Toyota RAV4 4WD/Remco pump ReadyBrute Elite tow bar/brake system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Sand Posted March 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 The images in the PDF file have been improved. They are not as fuzzy. Line 1 - ends with just the return (enter) key. Line 2 - ends with shift-return (shift-enter) key combination. Line 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch_12078 Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 And thanks to Dave's hard work on the "Missing Manual", I now have a "New since last visit" bookmark that works just like the previous forum software by using a custom activity stream. Thanks, Dave! On edit: I also just learned that by setting my "New since last visit" activity stream as my default stream, the "Unread" button now reads "New since last visit". Cool! Dutch 2001 GBM Landau 34' Class A F-53 Chassis, Triton V10, TST TPMS 2011 Toyota RAV4 4WD/Remco pump ReadyBrute Elite tow bar/brake system Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 Dave, thanks so much for all the work and time you've put in to create this document and to answer others' questions. One thing FYI... at the end of this document you have supplied two links. When I click on the first one I get "Could not locate the item EC 2C280/1". When I click on the second link I get "Do not have permission to view this stream EC 2C 280/3". Full-timed for 16 YearsTraveled 8 yr in a 2004 Newmar Dutch Star 40' Motorhome and 8 yr in a 33' Travel Supreme 5th Wheel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Sand Posted March 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 45 minutes ago, 2gypsies said: Dave, thanks so much for all the work and time you've put in to create this document and to answer others' questions. One thing FYI... at the end of this document you have supplied two links. When I click on the first one I get "Could not locate the item EC 2C280/1". When I click on the second link I get "Do not have permission to view this stream EC 2C 280/3". The links are samples. Select a menu entry such as Unread. Now use your browser to create a bookmark. That will create a bookmark that looks like the second example. Now you can use the new bookmark to enter the forum with the unread posts displayed. After you finish reading select Mark site as read. The next time you visit you will see new posts. Line 1 - ends with just the return (enter) key. Line 2 - ends with shift-return (shift-enter) key combination. Line 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted March 15, 2017 Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 Dang Dave! Thanks! Are you in charge of running this forum software elsewhere? I copied the pdf and will read it later as I have an appointment with the Physical Terrorists in an hour. RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Sand Posted March 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2017 2 hours ago, RV_ said: Dang Dave! Thanks! Are you in charge of running this forum software elsewhere? I copied the pdf and will read it later as I have an appointment with the Physical Terrorists in an hour. MnTom posted a link to a five day IPS demo system, so I signed up. I wanted to see what things really look like. Escapees is using about 25% of the full capability. Line 1 - ends with just the return (enter) key. Line 2 - ends with shift-return (shift-enter) key combination. Line 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mdonewiththis forum Posted March 16, 2017 Report Share Posted March 16, 2017 I'm glad someone is using the demo! Thanks, Dave!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted March 16, 2017 Report Share Posted March 16, 2017 Oh! Gotcha. The admins only seem to spend time on the website when the usual suspect/s call their attention to them. I have not been to Rainbow's end in 19 years I just realized. Seems like yesterday. RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Sand Posted March 30, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2017 Now that Signatures are available, The Missing Manual has been updated to version 1.1. The Missing Manual v1.1 Line 1 - ends with just the return (enter) key. Line 2 - ends with shift-return (shift-enter) key combination. Line 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.