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Author Topic: New New Tome! - Updates here.  (Read 1655 times)

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Offline Overlord

New New Tome! - Updates here.
« on: June 25, 2010, 07:18:24 AM »
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  • Welcome to the new version of Tome City. 

    I've upgraded to SMF2, which is the wave of the future.  SMF is the platform which the Tome forum runs on.

    Previously 'old Tome' was on SMF1.  (Although in fact, when Tome started it was actually on PHPBB for a few months). 

    I've managed to replicated most of the modifications we had on SMF1, but there are still a few things that we lack.  Work shall be ongoing to get these re-implemented as and when they become available.

    In the meatime, I think we have pretty much all main functionality back in.

    Please report any errors, or ask any questions in this thread! 

    Current issues:

    Background colours for membergroups - Need this mod to be updated. 

    Shoutbox - 5th July - Now working! However I don't like the format of it, so I'm working on making it a bit more compact. 

    Member awards - Having some issues installing this.  On the list to review.

    Width issue (main story area can be rather narrow) -  I've tried to narrow the 'avatar' section on posts, but obviously that's not working.  Thus what I've just done (3rd July 10) is to removed the left column in the main story areas, as I think that's where the narrow posts issue is the most visible. 

    Arcade - I've currently not installed this on purpose.  However, we'll put this to the vote in the future.

    Shop - The shop is working, but certain items aren't yet re-added.  It's on the list.

    Smiley folders (sorts the smiley types out)  -  This mod is currently being upgraded, apparently.  I'm keeping a close eye on progress.  If it's not fixed soon I'll put in some interim measure.

    Mood Bobels - Those little blue things showing your current mood.  I'm waiting for a mod update for this. Hopefully it will come soon.  They're back!

    Colour scheme (sticky posts etc)  - I'm still working on figuring out how to update the theme for new SMF2, as they've made quite a lot of changes.  It's on the list!

    « Last Edit: July 27, 2010, 01:34:26 AM by Overlord »
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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #1 on: June 25, 2010, 07:23:21 AM »
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  • Okay, you can now access your profiles, but there seems to be an issue with the avatars. 

    Working on it!
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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #2 on: June 26, 2010, 09:02:59 AM »
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  • I reinstalled the chatroom, but something's not quite right, and it didn't work. I'll look into it.
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    Offline Saint

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #3 on: June 26, 2010, 10:43:11 PM »
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  • Hmm.  Just an idea to look at if you ever get time, but is there anyway change the colours of the topics?  Like sticky topics are that reddy pink?

    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #4 on: June 27, 2010, 07:23:30 AM »
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  • Quote from: Saint link=topic=1928.msg23934#msg23934 date=1277588591
    Hmm.  Just an idea to look at if you ever get time, but is there anyway change the colours of the topics?  Like sticky topics are that reddy pink?

    I shall dig into it.  It's probably mixed in with the theme stuff.
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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #5 on: June 27, 2010, 09:02:15 AM »
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  • Oops!   :blush:

    As you may have noticed, the left column with the latest posts 'n stuff has disappeared, along with the shoutbox. 

    My bad.  I was trying to eliminate some errors, and to do so removed the mod that does all this.  When I re-insalled it, it 'worked', but now I can't access the settings for some reason.  :panic:

    I'm working at fixing this.  In the meantime, at least the posts area is wider!  :p

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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #6 on: June 27, 2010, 09:45:10 AM »
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  • We've also got our multiple rank badges back!
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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - Chat returns!
    « Reply #7 on: June 27, 2010, 11:49:20 AM »
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  • Right, after having to uninstall and re-install about five other mods, I've finally managed to get chat working again. Phew.

    It also comes with a shoutbox, but it's only at the top of the page, so I don't think I like that.  I'll wait until I can get the other shoutbox fixed perhaps.

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    true_north_son

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    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #8 on: June 27, 2010, 06:06:30 PM »
    Quote from: Overlord link=topic=1928.msg23964#msg23964 date=1277625735
    As you may have noticed, the left column with the latest posts 'n stuff has disappeared, along with the shoutbox. 

    To be honest - I rather like the setup without the left side bar - all the new posts are listed at the bottom.  Makes things a little roomier.

    Offline Saint

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #9 on: June 27, 2010, 06:21:21 PM »
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  • Nooo!  I need my sidebar! D:  I can't do with a whole extra click!

    Offline NicTei

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #10 on: June 27, 2010, 06:32:55 PM »
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  • Oh, get over it.  At least you get that little black message box up in the corner that tells you when another reply has been posted.

    :pumpkin:

    Offline Saint

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #11 on: June 27, 2010, 08:14:20 PM »
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  • Have to admit; I like that box.

    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #12 on: June 27, 2010, 11:50:52 PM »
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  • Voting closes in:

    [countdown=07,5,2010,04,45]Voting is closed.[/countdown]

    I have to admit, I've become used to the sidebar on the left too. 

    However, as NT points out, there are other ways to find new posts.  You can scroll to the bottom, but mainly you should click on the line that says:

    Show unread posts since last visit.

    ...at the top, next to your avatar.

    Anyway, I haven't had a suitable response on how to fix this thing yet.  So what I'll do is put it to the vote.

    Do we want the left sidebar or not?  Please vote at the top of this thread!  (You may change the vote if you change your mind).
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    Offline Saint

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #13 on: June 27, 2010, 11:55:02 PM »
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  • We want!

    Offline Angel

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #14 on: June 28, 2010, 12:25:24 AM »
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  • Yesh we want it! :)
     
    :peace:
    :blueangel:Crazy Angel :angel:

    All's fair in love and war
    Ask no questions and hear no lies
    Chasing Dead Ends...

    Offline Chinaren

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #15 on: June 28, 2010, 02:02:34 AM »
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  • Wow, pretty definitive so far!  :-O
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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #16 on: June 28, 2010, 09:55:58 AM »
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  • MMmm, this is looking fairly one sided so far.  I'd better go looking for a portal that works.

    Still, I'll wait until poll closing time just to be sure.
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    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #17 on: June 29, 2010, 03:22:16 PM »
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  • As the poll seemed to be fairly convincing, I dug around for another portal system.  As you can see, it also provides a left block, hopefully a bit narrower.

    It also should have a shoutbox, but this is proving troublesome atm. 

    The whole thing may have to be uninstalled and reinstalled, as I can see shouts in the admin section from 2008 from Saint.  :-O  Yes, I tried this portal before it seems, and the database is still there. 
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    Offline Angel

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #18 on: June 29, 2010, 03:36:07 PM »
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  • Ah I like this sidebar. Mind you it may be because it shows us our avatars but even so, it still looks good.
     
    :peace:
    :blueangel:Crazy Angel :angel:

    All's fair in love and war
    Ask no questions and hear no lies
    Chasing Dead Ends...

    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #19 on: July 03, 2010, 08:51:16 AM »
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  • Until I can figure out how to adjust the 'profile' width within posts, I've removed the left column within the main story areas.  I think this is where the issue is most pressing for those with narrower screen resolutions.

    Please give any feedback etc!

    Also, something I forgot to mention before:  I installed a mod that makes all first posts repeat at the top of each thread page. 

    Hence you can have a title/index/important information in the first post, and when it goes to the next thread page, you'll still see it at the top.   You can use this in your stories, for example: Have an title graphic, and/or an index linking to different chapters in the first post.  It's also useful for threads such as this one, as you can have a 'status' on the first post that can easily be seen throughout, without people having to duck back to the first post all the time.

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    Offline Phang

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #20 on: July 03, 2010, 11:34:02 AM »
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  • Quote from: Overlord link=topic=1928.msg24186#msg24186 date=1278143476
    Also, something I forgot to mention before:  I installed a mod that makes all first posts repeat at the top of each thread page.

    Oh, so that's what it is.

    Offline Overlord

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #21 on: July 05, 2010, 01:58:03 AM »
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  • The shoutbox is now working, though there are a few things I need to tweak on it, including the formatting of the shouts.  I think having the small avatar is nice, but when it's above the shout it takes rather a lot of room up, so unless I make the shoutbox really deep, then you can only see one shout at a time.  :(

    I'll work on it.
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    Offline Testobot

    Re: Welcome to new New Tome! - New updates here.
    « Reply #22 on: July 08, 2010, 03:58:40 AM »
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  • ++Bleep++ Testing signature image rotator +++Bleep+++
    ++Bleep++

    Offline Overlord

    Welcome to new New Tome! - 2 new updates.
    « Reply #23 on: July 08, 2010, 02:22:14 PM »
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  • A few updates for you today:


    :bullet_blue:  The Topic View log option is back.  For your threads you can see who's been looking. 

    :bullet_blue:  New! - An option to not add your signature under a post.  Simple click on the 'Additional Options' under the post box and de-click the Show Signature box.  (Like this post).

    :bullet_blue:  New! - Another signature mod.  This time it's the addition of an image rotator.  This is purely optional, and will display a random image in your sig from a number that you upload for the purpose.  Note you will have to copy and paste the code it displays for it to work.  (See Testobots post above as an example - reload the page). 

    The only problem with the sig rotator is that you can't include links too, atm, so may not be of so much use.  Still, you don't have to use it.  :dontknow:
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    Offline Overlord

    Welcome to new New Tome! - Mood Bobels return!
    « Reply #24 on: July 27, 2010, 12:03:24 AM »
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  • ...and another one is updated.   We have our Mood Bobels back! :dance:  They should be accessible from your Forum Profile area.

    Please let me know if you can't see them or there's a problem. 
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    Tome City

    Welcome to new New Tome! - Mood Bobels return!
    « Reply #24 on: July 27, 2010, 12:03:24 AM »

     


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