Thread closures!

[Greta]

In the best interest of faster loading and browsing of the forums, threads will now be limited to 200 posts. At that point, the thread will be closed by a moderator or administrator and a new thread will be started with the same title and a "Part 2" added to it. The first post of the new thread will have a link to the old thread.

Thank you all in advance for your cooperation and understanding in this matter.... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

[cy]

What an excellent solution!!!!!

[2dim]

GOOD IDEA!

[bindibadgi]

Great idea!

I assume existing super-threads will be closed where they currently are and new ones added from now on?

[Greta]

bindi... yep!

[greenlight]

If a thread is closed, can one change his post? Like to correct or add information that may be relavent?

[Greta]

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greenlight said:
If a thread is closed, can one change his post? Like to correct or add information that may be relavent?

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Nope! Closed threads can not be edited.

[raggie33]

sounds good sasha but if we have interest in the thread can we reopen it.if not its cool im just wondering.

[Greta]

No... threads will not be reopened rags. There will be a link in the new thread for reference. Feel free to copy and paste pertinent info from the old thread into the new. But keep in mind that when a thread reaches 200 posts, it will be closed. If a topic ends up going into 3 or 4 or more "Parts", then so be it. But these monster threads have got to stop. It's one hell of a draw on the database.

[raggie33]

ok if it makes things smother imhappy for it. but what i mean is can we post same subject again..like whats ya listening to volume 2? i just like geting ideas as whats up in music in that thread

[Greta]

Raggie... you've got the right idea... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif[/img] ... and if you'd like, I can go close "Volume 1" for you and start "Volume 2"... with a link to "1"... would that be ok with you?

[bindibadgi]

Yep that's the idea raggs. When a thread gets to 200, you'll get a new one automatically, so things can just keep on going smoothly.

Sounds good to me.

[raggie33]

cool thats very cool i got all my ideas to what to check out from that thread thank you

[bindibadgi]

Could we possibly make the thread locking post to contain a link to the new thread?

[Greta]

Yep! I can do that too... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

[MrMom]

From us dial up users: Thank you Thank you Thank you.

Is it possible to allow the FIRST post to be edited to allow for up to date info. If not, I do not see the benefit.

[Greta]

No. Locked threads cannot be edited. The benefit is to stop these monster threads that take forever to load each time someone accesses it. The old thread will be referenced with a link if anyone wants to go wade through it. You all will figure it out, I'm sure.

[bindibadgi]

Well the first post of the latest thread can be updated, we just need the mod to do it. Else the original poster (or anyone really) could simply post early in each thread and that post could reflect any necessary updates.

I agree that, particularly with monster threads, it is great to be able to see at a glance (in the first post) all the up-to-date info.

[Greta]

Then put it in the second post of the new thread... cut and paste it from the old thread. Like I said... I'm sure you guys will figure it out.

[bindibadgi]

That's what I was trying to say. I just don't always communicate it all that well.

Anyways, thanks Sasha for continually cleaning up after us all. I hope that every now and then we show that we appreciate it. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

[Icebreak]

Just saw one Roy did in the Spotlight forum.

Smooth as a hot turkey, gravy and stuffing sandwich on November 25th.

[milkyspit]

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bindibadgi said:
Could we possibly make the thread locking post to contain a link to the new thread?

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For what it's worth, I second (or third?) this as being a great idea! Also noticed that Sasha seems cool with this idea.
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Not to impose too much work on the admins... I absolutely support anything that improves the efficiency of CPF... but when a monster thread is locked, could the original poster (the "owner") be notified, perhaps with a quick-n-dirty PM, that the closure took place? That would give the originator the opportunity to post a single new thread (good!) before other folks begin multiple threads on the same topic (baaaaad!), and thereby prevent "splintering" of the discussion. I think this would allow for a completely smooth transition from the closed monster thread to a single newer, gentler one. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

[Greta]

Scott... when a monster thread is closed, the final post will have a link to the new thread. The new thread will be started by the mod/admin who closed the old one and the first post in the new thread will have a link to the old thread. From there, you all are on your own. Not to be a hard-ass or anything about this but there is a point where you all need to do a little work yourselves... know what I mean? [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img]

[javafool]

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Sasha said:
Not to be a hard-ass or anything ... know what I mean? [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img]

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There ya go Sasha, braggin' again [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif[/img]

[Darell]

If the initial "part 2" posts ever need to be modified to make more sense, just let me know, and I'll do what I can, when I can. Making these moves is already quite the PITA for the mods, so the less we have to do initially, the better. I think this WILL make a difference... and no, we aren't going back to the ancient huge threads to modify them! Just getting the currently-active huge ones will be a big help.

And (!) if the originators of the huge threads could take some initiative and begin a part two thread (with a link back to the old one, and a link from the old one to the new one) that would be awesome - and would give the thread originator the control of that first post in part 2, and the thread break could be dictated, etc. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsup.gif[/img] Then a quick email to a mod or admin will get the original thread closed, and everybody is happy. Especially me, and really, that's what's most important. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/icon15.gif[/img]

The goal here is roughly 200 posts, but obviously, running a bit over duing a big discussion isn't going to kill anybody.

[js]

No problem, Sasha. Whatever is best for the situation. But one issue is that if a mod/admin opens the part 2 (or 3) thread, then it will no longer be able to be found by searching on a username. I assume we can jump on the situation ourselves?

Also, what if we do NOT want a "Part 2" or if we have another name that is more appropriate, such as "Gen 2 TigerLight" or something like that? I assume we can do the linking in the first post ourselves and say that it is a continuation of the first thread, right? Or would you prefer them all to be named "xxxxxxxx part 2"?

[greenlight]

Do the polls still work on a closed thread?

[Darell]

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js said:
Also, what if we do NOT want a "Part 2" or if we have another name that is more appropriate, such as "Gen 2 TigerLight" or something like that? I assume we can do the linking in the first post ourselves and say that it is a continuation of the first thread, right? Or would you prefer them all to be named "xxxxxxxx part 2"?

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Jim -

We must have been typing at the same time. The originator can begin a new thread at any time, and call it whatever the heck they want. Do all the links, call everything what you want, and have one of us close the first thread for you. This way the originator still has control of where the thread heads, etc. That really is the best of all worlds. Thanks for taking an interest!

[MR Bulk]

This is indeed a Great idea. And I would respectfully suggest that if the thread is closed by a Moderator, that he/she use the exact same title - with "Part 2" appendage or whatever - on the new thread so we at least have continuity; for example someone stumbles onto the New thread only, but needs more info, such as how the subject originated. Then at least he/she could more easily seek out Part 1.

[McGizmo]

The originator of the thread will be in the best position to know when the "next chapter", if there is such, is appropriate and they could start the next thread accordingly with a final comment in the previous chapter asking folks to follow the link and refrain from posting in the previous thread until which time it is locked by a moderator. Heck, if we were all awake and honorable, as well as being able to follow the written word, a thread wouldn't even need to be locked! [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/nana.gif[/img]