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## [Can you get a message / email for every post?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-you-get-a-message-email-for-every-post/232658)

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**Author:** [@m\_k](https://meta.discourse.org/u/m_k)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 8:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-you-get-a-message-email-for-every-post/232658 "2022-07-12T20:01:52Z")

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We are looking to create a help forum with our products but for someone to continuously monitor the forum is challenging. If we had all the messages go to our shared box employees can answer the questions as they arise. …

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## [How can I customise the discourse-subscription plugin?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-customise-the-discourse-subscription-plugin/232672)

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**Author:** [@Martin\_Jr](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Martin_Jr)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 6:12pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-customise-the-discourse-subscription-plugin/232672 "2022-07-13T18:12:32Z")

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Discourse-Subscription plugin On my community page, I implement a subscription that gives access to a group. I’m currently using the discourse-subscriptions plugin, but I encounter 2 problems : The plugin only offers…

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## [Should we bring a native bottom sheet like Apple forum?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/should-we-bring-a-native-bottom-sheet-like-apple-forum/232692)

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**Author:** [@JKBaseer](https://meta.discourse.org/u/JKBaseer)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2022, 6:14pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/should-we-bring-a-native-bottom-sheet-like-apple-forum/232692 "2022-07-15T18:14:53Z")

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I just noticed this today in Apple forum. This is a good product nudge that can increase signup. Should we consider this? Or we already have something

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## [How can you undo a flag?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-you-undo-a-flag/232695)

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**Author:** [@not-ethan](https://meta.discourse.org/u/not-ethan)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2023, 11:50am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-you-undo-a-flag/232695 "2023-06-03T11:50:02Z")

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I recently found out that there is a setting mentioning the ability to remove flags. ▶ quotes I just checked on try.discourse.org and flaged some posts but I see no way or button to click to undo a flag. According to th…

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## [How to grant badges using Automation?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-grant-badges-using-automation/232716)

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**Author:** [@Helga\_Razinkova](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Helga_Razinkova)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2022, 1:08pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-grant-badges-using-automation/232716 "2022-08-25T13:08:03Z")

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sorry, me again :slight\_smile: You mentioned that Automation plugin can help with granting badges. Maybe you have some hints on how to do so? I cannot find anything relatable in the dropdown:

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## [2.9.0.beta7: Security fix, bug fixes and more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-9-0-beta7-security-fix-bug-fixes-and-more/232721)

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**Author:** [@david](https://meta.discourse.org/u/david)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 11:52am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-9-0-beta7-security-fix-bug-fixes-and-more/232721 "2022-07-13T11:52:18Z")

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Security Updates This beta includes 1 security fix following an advisory on an upstream dependency. For more information, check the security advisory at Possible RCE escalation bug with Serialized Columns in Active Recor…

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## [Formalized assignment and possible logging of pending applications](https://meta.discourse.org/t/formalized-assignment-and-possible-logging-of-pending-applications/232724)

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**Author:** [@robbie.morrison](https://meta.discourse.org/u/robbie.morrison)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 1:52pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/formalized-assignment-and-possible-logging-of-pending-applications/232724 "2022-07-13T13:52:56Z")

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For consideration please: Problem statement: When someone seeks to join our site, they are put in a Review queue of Pending applications. And then one of three admins might process their request using the following pro…

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## [2.8.6: Security Release](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-8-6-security-release/232728)

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**Author:** [@david](https://meta.discourse.org/u/david)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 11:53am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-8-6-security-release/232728 "2022-07-13T11:53:48Z")

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Discourse 2.8.6 Stable Release Discourse strongly recommends that all sites follow the default tests-passed branch of Discourse. The “stable” branch is more focused on lack of change than lack of bugs - all releases, inc…

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## [About the Theme component category](https://meta.discourse.org/t/about-the-theme-component-category/232731)

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**Author:** [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 12:16pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/about-the-theme-component-category/232731 "2022-07-13T12:16:53Z")

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Theme components can be used to add front end features or change elements of your forum design. Smaller and more targeted than full themes, they can be combined with other theme components to create a bespoke forum desi…

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## [2.9.0.beta7 / 2.8.6 rebuild required?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-9-0-beta7-2-8-6-rebuild-required/232743)

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**Author:** [@Simon\_Manning](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Simon_Manning)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 2:37pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-9-0-beta7-2-8-6-rebuild-required/232743 "2022-07-13T14:37:18Z")

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Continuing the discussion from 2.9.0.beta7: Security fix, bug fixes and more: As this security fix updates the version of Rails, presumably this requires a rebuild to obtain the security fix. Is that correct?

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## [New loading splash has been disappeared?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-loading-splash-has-been-disappeared/232748)

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**Author:** [@Jagster](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Jagster)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:22pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-loading-splash-has-been-disappeared/232748 "2022-07-13T15:22:02Z")

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That new spash when loading time is too long… how long is too long? Just wondering because after the newest upgrade I haven’t seen it here or either on my own forum. It worked earlier. Colors will now follow colors of a…

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## [Name Search Function for Google Search](https://meta.discourse.org/t/name-search-function-for-google-search/232753)

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**Author:** [@crcoli7307](https://meta.discourse.org/u/crcoli7307)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 3:27pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/name-search-function-for-google-search/232753 "2022-07-13T15:27:26Z")

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Hello guys, This topic is slightly complex but I’ll try to make it as easy as possible. I recently was browsing the Google search console on my Discourse forum and noticed an “Unnamed item” under Sitelinks searchbox. A…

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## [Has anyone tried accessing Discourse topics from a chat bot?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/has-anyone-tried-accessing-discourse-topics-from-a-chat-bot/232761)

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**Author:** [@sunjam](https://meta.discourse.org/u/sunjam)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2022, 6:04am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/has-anyone-tried-accessing-discourse-topics-from-a-chat-bot/232761 "2022-07-16T06:04:07Z")

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Curious on whether anyone has tried accessing Discourse topics from a chat bot in Matrix/Telegram/Slack, etc. Wondering how to potentially allow some topics/posts/solutions of our forum to become available for those usi…

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## [Modify Post Creation Form](https://meta.discourse.org/t/modify-post-creation-form/232762)

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**Author:** [@mangcat](https://meta.discourse.org/u/mangcat)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 5:16pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/modify-post-creation-form/232762 "2022-07-13T17:16:50Z")

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Hi all, I was wondering if there is a way to modify the post creation form in order to be able to add some custom fields to it? Thanks, Cat

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## [Diversifying community governance with PolicyKit](https://meta.discourse.org/t/diversifying-community-governance-with-policykit/232764)

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**Author:** [@manuel](https://meta.discourse.org/u/manuel)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 8:36am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/diversifying-community-governance-with-policykit/232764 "2022-07-19T08:36:19Z")

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Came across this project through a related research paper on moderation: https://policykit.org/ It’s a governance driver for online communities. It replaces user permissions with policy procedures to authorize actions o…

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## [Limit suggested to category + similar topics from composer (after topic has been created)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/limit-suggested-to-category-similar-topics-from-composer-after-topic-has-been-created/232766)

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**Author:** [@Ivan\_Rapekas](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Ivan_Rapekas)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 6:05pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/limit-suggested-to-category-similar-topics-from-composer-after-topic-has-been-created/232766 "2022-07-13T18:05:15Z")

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Hi, When I begin compose a new topic, a suggestion list appears at the right side (similar topics): For me, these topics are very relevant and I want to see them at the bottom of the page after topic has been create…

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## [Feedback on my forum, BlackIron](https://meta.discourse.org/t/feedback-on-my-forum-blackiron/232768)

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**Author:** [@darkpixlz](https://meta.discourse.org/u/darkpixlz)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 12:51pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/feedback-on-my-forum-blackiron/232768 "2023-03-23T12:51:47Z")

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Hey! Me, @crcoli7307, @GamersInternational, @Laventino, and a few other people have been working to finish our forum for the past few days, and we think it’s ready for some community input now. Here it is: https://comm…

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## [Ebay EPN: Source map error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ebay-epn-source-map-error/232770)

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**Author:** [@piffy](https://meta.discourse.org/u/piffy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 2:56am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/ebay-epn-source-map-error/232770 "2022-07-14T02:56:06Z")

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The Ebay affiliate program provides a script that converts links on the clientside. It’s a simple two-line thing: \<script\>window.\_epn = {campaign: \[XXX\_ID\_XXX\], smartPopover:false};\</script\> \<script src="https://epnt.e…

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## [How can i add an additional CSS color variable / definition?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-add-an-additional-css-color-variable-definition/232772)

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**Author:** [@Fma965](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Fma965)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 6:58pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-add-an-additional-css-color-variable-definition/232772 "2022-07-13T18:58:01Z")

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How can i add an additional CSS color variable / definition? I need to add an extra colour… simple right? … the catch is i need to be able to have that change between both the dark and light colour schemes, on my websit…

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## [Categories Mailing List Notifications Glitch](https://meta.discourse.org/t/categories-mailing-list-notifications-glitch/232793)

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**Author:** [@David\_Herrera](https://meta.discourse.org/u/David_Herrera)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2022, 6:09pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/categories-mailing-list-notifications-glitch/232793 "2022-07-18T18:09:46Z")

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Hi, I’m hoping to get support to deal with a notifications issue. When our discourse was created, it was made so people could opt in or our of email notifications for different advocacy groups/lists. Its important that …

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## [Composer does not work properly when repling on Firefox](https://meta.discourse.org/t/composer-does-not-work-properly-when-repling-on-firefox/232803)

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**Author:** [@darkpixlz](https://meta.discourse.org/u/darkpixlz)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 12:53am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/composer-does-not-work-properly-when-repling-on-firefox/232803 "2022-07-14T00:53:35Z")

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Here’s a video of it. My forum is running 2.9.0beta7, and I’m using Firefox. Although on my testing forum, running the same version and same browser I cant reproduce.

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## [How can I disable "About" menu in hamburger menu?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-disable-about-menu-in-hamburger-menu/232813)

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**Author:** [@bymong](https://meta.discourse.org/u/bymong)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 5:22am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-disable-about-menu-in-hamburger-menu/232813 "2022-07-14T05:22:26Z")

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Hi, I try to hiding “About” menu on short menu. Let’s example on this site. I mean “Introduce” menu in this picutres, I hope to hide this menu. Especially, I want to hiding information about manager and admin. H…

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## [Not able to login](https://meta.discourse.org/t/not-able-to-login/232823)

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**Author:** [@Rupak\_Shrestha](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Rupak_Shrestha)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 8:20am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/not-able-to-login/232823 "2022-07-14T08:20:21Z")

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I cannot able to login to discourse, i have deactived wpdiscourse plugin but discourse redirect to my wordpress site. After i login to wordpress it redirect to a wordpress post, cannot go to discourse. url: https://web…

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## [Plugins do not show](https://meta.discourse.org/t/plugins-do-not-show/232824)

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**Author:** [@tohaitrieu](https://meta.discourse.org/u/tohaitrieu)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 5:54am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/plugins-do-not-show/232824 "2022-07-14T05:54:52Z")

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Dear Support. After I add and remove Discord Bot Plugin, my plugin list does not show and not working. This is my plugin list:

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## [Change \<br\> into \\r\\n in incoming emails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/change-br-into-r-n-in-incoming-emails/232828)

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**Author:** [@Ivan\_Rapekas](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Ivan_Rapekas)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 5:32am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/change-br-into-r-n-in-incoming-emails/232828 "2022-07-14T05:32:19Z")

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Hi, I extremely glad to use incoming emails from external issue tracker. Original ticket uses markdown. When it contains a table, Discourse handles the syntaxt not well as shown below. ▶ Original markdown I found tha…

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## [How to change background change when a modal opens](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-change-background-change-when-a-modal-opens/232837)

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**Author:** [@MarcP](https://meta.discourse.org/u/MarcP)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 7:02am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-change-background-change-when-a-modal-opens/232837 "2022-07-14T07:02:52Z")

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Morning! Here with a simple (?) question. How can we change the dark faded background that comes up when a modal pops up? Can’t really find it in the CSS.

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## [Possible to direct to specific page based on custom parameter](https://meta.discourse.org/t/possible-to-direct-to-specific-page-based-on-custom-parameter/232840)

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**Author:** [@Cory\_Robbins](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Cory_Robbins)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2022, 2:43pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/possible-to-direct-to-specific-page-based-on-custom-parameter/232840 "2022-08-15T14:43:59Z")

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Hello, I have LTI set up with Moodle, and the login works, but I am always taken to the homepage. Ideally, I would like to add multiple LTI activities to Moodle, each going to specific categories and/or topics. Is it …

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## [How to adjust color on hamburger profile links?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-adjust-color-on-hamburger-profile-links/232851)

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**Author:** [@MarcP](https://meta.discourse.org/u/MarcP)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 10:27am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-adjust-color-on-hamburger-profile-links/232851 "2022-07-14T10:27:16Z")

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Noticing some very strange behavior on colors for menu items. Changing these classes, does half the work. Changing color on this CSS class, only changes the first 5 links. Changing color for notification text…

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## [When a silenced user tries to post, they are told they cannot view a resource, instead of being told they cannot write](https://meta.discourse.org/t/when-a-silenced-user-tries-to-post-they-are-told-they-cannot-view-a-resource-instead-of-being-told-they-cannot-write/232855)

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**Author:** [@Tris20](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Tris20)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 9:18am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/when-a-silenced-user-tries-to-post-they-are-told-they-cannot-view-a-resource-instead-of-being-told-they-cannot-write/232855 "2022-07-14T09:18:14Z")

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I need users to be prevented from writing topics until they’ve met a condition such as reading 30 topics, or accepting a policy. This means using either the silence functionality or the trust system. However when a user …

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## [.topic-body background color loads after a delay](https://meta.discourse.org/t/topic-body-background-color-loads-after-a-delay/232862)

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**Author:** [@riteshsaini](https://meta.discourse.org/u/riteshsaini)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 6:14pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/topic-body-background-color-loads-after-a-delay/232862 "2022-07-14T18:14:36Z")

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Hi, I’m using a dark background with white .topic-body for contrast. This is the CSS I’m using: html { background-color: #F5F5F5; } .topic-body { background-color: #fff; } But whenever the site is reloaded, f…

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