New forum software

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I know it won't be to everyone's taste, but hopefully as we get to address some of the issues raised you'll start getting used to it. It's probably the fifth major upgrade we've done since we started 18 years ago, and every time there's a bit of apprehension at first from users. People are naturally resistant to change but adapt quickly. To be honest, I was reticent to even do it (hence why it's taken over two years to get round to it) as it's a shit load of work and stress. It wasn't done for vanity or for the sake of it though. The old software will become obsolete in the not too distant future so not doing anything wasn't really an option sadly. Will try to fix/resolve as many of the issues that have been flagged as I can, but by all means PM me if I miss anything!
I've adapted already :)
It's great, top job.
 
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I know it won't be to everyone's taste, but hopefully as we get to address some of the issues raised you'll start getting used to it. It's probably the fifth major upgrade we've done since we started 18 years ago, and every time there's a bit of apprehension at first from users. People are naturally resistant to change but adapt quickly. To be honest, I was reticent to even do it (hence why it's taken over two years to get round to it) as it's a shit load of work and stress. It wasn't done for vanity or for the sake of it though. The old software will become obsolete in the not too distant future so not doing anything wasn't really an option sadly. Will try to fix/resolve as many of the issues that have been flagged as I can, but by all means PM me if I miss anything!
No worries mate, I'll get used to it
 
Had to switch search off again just whilst I finish rebuilding the search index. Will switch it back on first thing.
 
It's a nice upgrade on the previous one, rather than a complete change.

The emoticons from earlier were good, especially if we could have some custom ones, think navigating on web browser on mobile could be tweaked. Also think the alerts notification would be better if it was sky blue or a brighter colour as it'a grey at the moment and blends in, it was more noticeable as a different colour on the old one (albeit red which is a no-no).
 
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Yes mate, going to start looking into that tomorrow but any suggestions/advice on that front welcomed as it’s not really something I’ve done before.
Sounds good I find it a lot easier on the eyes. No idea about the technical stuff though.
 
Also think the alerts notification would be better if it was sky blue or a brighter colour as it'a grey at the moment and blends in, it was more noticeable as a different colour on the old one (albeit red which is a no-no).
I've made it City maroon, just for you. Is that any better?
 

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