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## [Connection refused - connect(2)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/connection-refused-connect-2/246999)

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**Author:** [@Sameeran\_Joshi1](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Sameeran_Joshi1)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 11:46pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/connection-refused-connect-2/246999 "2022-11-29T23:46:06Z")

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I am using aws server, and namecheap for domain and email provided through namecheap service. I get below error and not sure what is missing. I am using SMTP\_PORT = 587, I tried with 25 as well. So here’s the problem …

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## [Feature suggestion: Image removal/purge via web dashboard](https://meta.discourse.org/t/feature-suggestion-image-removal-purge-via-web-dashboard/247011)

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**Author:** [@markersocial](https://meta.discourse.org/u/markersocial)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 5:50am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/feature-suggestion-image-removal-purge-via-web-dashboard/247011 "2022-11-29T05:50:37Z")

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So the suggestion is: Ability to input an image url in the discourse moderator panel (any variation, original, optimised etc.) for removal. Then remove the image from all cases it’s being used in (posts, profile images …

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## [Add custom 'Login' Link to Invite Acceptance](https://meta.discourse.org/t/add-custom-login-link-to-invite-acceptance/247024)

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**Author:** [@gassim](https://meta.discourse.org/u/gassim)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 3:09pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/add-custom-login-link-to-invite-acceptance/247024 "2022-11-29T15:09:13Z")

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Hi! This topic is from 2018, please does it still work? Insert text or images anywhere on your site using CSS pseudo-elements I want to use this trick to fix an issue with the invitation welcoming page. I want existing…

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## [Add Last Edited word before date on post page](https://meta.discourse.org/t/add-last-edited-word-before-date-on-post-page/247026)

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**Author:** [@ksavani](https://meta.discourse.org/u/ksavani)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 11:49am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/add-last-edited-word-before-date-on-post-page/247026 "2022-11-29T11:49:05Z")

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Hello, I want to add “Last-edited” word before date on post page please give suggestion which template file i can customize in discourse. Please check provided screenshot also. Thank you in advance!! Best, krishna …

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## [How to Show Tags list on subcategory page](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-show-tags-list-on-subcategory-page/247043)

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**Author:** [@Yogesh\_g](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Yogesh_g)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2023, 5:06am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-show-tags-list-on-subcategory-page/247043 "2023-06-21T05:06:01Z")

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I want to show a list of tags used by a subcategory on the subcategory page. As Parent category shows the list of its subcategories. Is there any way I can do that?

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## [Backup restore after migration, no admin account creation email](https://meta.discourse.org/t/backup-restore-after-migration-no-admin-account-creation-email/247048)

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**Author:** [@rahim123](https://meta.discourse.org/u/rahim123)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 7:02pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/backup-restore-after-migration-no-admin-account-creation-email/247048 "2022-11-29T19:02:05Z")

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Hi there, I’ve now done 2 test installations with the backup from my Drupal migration, which I restored on fresh Discourse instances in a different VPS with correctly configured FQDN and working email. The importer insta…

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## [How can I use Nesting categories in three levels in self hosted plan](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-use-nesting-categories-in-three-levels-in-self-hosted-plan/247051)

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**Author:** [@Yogesh\_g](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Yogesh_g)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 2:13pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-use-nesting-categories-in-three-levels-in-self-hosted-plan/247051 "2022-11-29T14:13:00Z")

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I want to use Nesting categories in three levels in my current project for a self-hosted plan. I am familiar with the use of tags. But In this case, I need to proceed with categories. Please share any possible way .

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## [Migrate Private Messages from vBulletin5 to Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/migrate-private-messages-from-vbulletin5-to-discourse/247065)

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**Author:** [@Crius](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Crius)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2022, 3:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/migrate-private-messages-from-vbulletin5-to-discourse/247065 "2022-12-03T15:01:07Z")

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Hi there, I’ve only found this other thread on the topic: vBulletin 5 import : how to import private messages? Which, in classic internet fashion, mention a solution but doesn’t really share :smiley: Is there anyone t…

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## [2.9.0.beta14: Security fix, new import script, API tracking, and more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-9-0-beta14-security-fix-new-import-script-api-tracking-and-more/247074)

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**Author:** [@jomaxro](https://meta.discourse.org/u/jomaxro)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 5:12pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-9-0-beta14-security-fix-new-import-script-api-tracking-and-more/247074 "2022-11-29T17:12:34Z")

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New features in 2.9.0.beta14 Security Updates This beta includes 1 security fix for issues reported by our community and HackerOne. Filter tags in user notifications for visibility CVE-2022-46150 New Features Track A…

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## [2.8.13: Security Release](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-8-13-security-release/247077)

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**Author:** [@jomaxro](https://meta.discourse.org/u/jomaxro)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 5:12pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/2-8-13-security-release/247077 "2022-11-29T17:12:35Z")

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Discourse 2.8.13 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, in…

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## [Configure plugin Custom Wizard for autoposting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/configure-plugin-custom-wizard-for-autoposting/247078)

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**Author:** [@Aizada\_M](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Aizada_M)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 6:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/configure-plugin-custom-wizard-for-autoposting/247078 "2022-11-29T18:00:32Z")

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Hello. I have installed Custom Wizard plugin on my forum. Now I need to create a form template for automatic posting (creation) of business cards with embedded buttons. The user will have to select a category with the ap…

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## [How do I best "sunset" a component I share on meta?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-do-i-best-sunset-a-component-i-share-on-meta/247079)

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**Author:** [@manuel](https://meta.discourse.org/u/manuel)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 5:04pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-do-i-best-sunset-a-component-i-share-on-meta/247079 "2022-11-29T17:04:17Z")

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Just wondering if there’s a best practice for that? E.g. I had shared this component But now there’s an official one with more features, so I wont use and update mine anymore. Would I just put a notice on the topic?…

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## [How to: Support-driven development with Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-support-driven-development-with-discourse/247080)

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**Author:** [@OdysLam](https://meta.discourse.org/u/OdysLam)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 5:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-support-driven-development-with-discourse/247080 "2022-11-29T17:00:48Z")

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Hey all, I compiled a guide for internal use regarding support-driven development and Discourse a while back. It’s a guide for engineers and support people on how to use Discourse in place of something like Zendesk, to …

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## [How to invite others as an admin?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-invite-others-as-an-admin/247086)

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**Author:** [@Vincent2](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Vincent2)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 6:07pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-invite-others-as-an-admin/247086 "2022-11-29T18:07:33Z")

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Hi, I can’t find any documentation on how to invite others as an admin. I see there is a group called admin, but when I send the invite, there is no group shown as in the pic below. Is there something that I miss?

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## [Mass Log Out All Users](https://meta.discourse.org/t/mass-log-out-all-users/247096)

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**Author:** [@ASHelp](https://meta.discourse.org/u/ASHelp)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 7:01pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/mass-log-out-all-users/247096 "2022-11-29T19:01:14Z")

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Hi all, Is there a way to mass log out all users on the forum? Currently, we’re experiencing an issue where non-paying customers have access to the forum when not allowed. If we log out all users and require them to rel…

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## [Is there a link that will redirect people to their profile if logged in?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-a-link-that-will-redirect-people-to-their-profile-if-logged-in/247099)

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**Author:** [@urias](https://meta.discourse.org/u/urias)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 7:07pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-a-link-that-will-redirect-people-to-their-profile-if-logged-in/247099 "2022-11-29T19:07:08Z")

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Hey people, I’m trying to figure out if there’s a link that will redirect people to their profile if logged in. Does this link exist? Regards, Urias.

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## [Displaying tags on homepage like this](https://meta.discourse.org/t/displaying-tags-on-homepage-like-this/247113)

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**Author:** [@daniel88](https://meta.discourse.org/u/daniel88)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 6:24pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/displaying-tags-on-homepage-like-this/247113 "2023-05-07T18:24:55Z")

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hi all, Is there a way to display tags inside the categories on the homepage? At first, I thought this site was doing just that: But it turns out, those greyed boxes are categories! I would really like to display …

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## [Option to rename "with Google" login button text (and icon)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/option-to-rename-with-google-login-button-text-and-icon/247141)

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**Author:** [@nordize](https://meta.discourse.org/u/nordize)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 6:39pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/option-to-rename-with-google-login-button-text-and-icon/247141 "2022-11-30T18:39:44Z")

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Could we please get a setting to rename the text (and icon) of the “with Google” login button. It’s just Oauth2 and even though uses Google specs, the login service often has nothing to do with Google. For example, our u…

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## [Can admins see all Personal Chat messages?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-admins-see-all-personal-chat-messages/247165)

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**Author:** [@Hanon\_Ondricek](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Hanon_Ondricek)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2022, 10:05pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-admins-see-all-personal-chat-messages/247165 "2022-11-29T22:05:50Z")

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I am testing Discourse chat with my level 3 members. Is there any way to monitor private chats between users (as we can view PMs when necessary) or is it only if a message in a chat gets flagged somehow?

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## [Sign-up Dialog: Invite Code field (Minor-LoE)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/sign-up-dialog-invite-code-field-minor-loe/247177)

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**Author:** [@morgz](https://meta.discourse.org/u/morgz)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2022, 11:21pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/sign-up-dialog-invite-code-field-minor-loe/247177 "2022-12-01T23:21:29Z")

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Hoping this is the right location to file this minor issue. Whats the issue?: The invite code field is missing the required (\*) mark. Forum is set to private and requires an invitation code. Using Dracula theme. B…

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## [Placeholder for non existing remote images](https://meta.discourse.org/t/placeholder-for-non-existing-remote-images/247179)

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**Author:** [@Roi](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Roi)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2022, 5:42pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/placeholder-for-non-existing-remote-images/247179 "2022-12-01T17:42:41Z")

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Hello, I imported 80.000 posts from phpBB to Discourse. In the posts there are a lot of images linked from remote website like \[img\]http://www.domain.tld/image.jpg\[/img\] which are not there anymore. The post does not s…

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## [Rebuild Upgrade Failing With DB Migrate (Postgres Issue?)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/rebuild-upgrade-failing-with-db-migrate-postgres-issue/247190)

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**Author:** [@JamesNorth](https://meta.discourse.org/u/JamesNorth)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 1:43pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/rebuild-upgrade-failing-with-db-migrate-postgres-issue/247190 "2022-11-30T13:43:37Z")

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Hey Folks, I have a rebuild that’s failing with a db migrate issue - I’ve been doing constant rebuilds on this install for several years so wondering if something is too old? I wonder if annoying could let me know if a…

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## [Dump.sql file in the backup folder?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/dump-sql-file-in-the-backup-folder/247194)

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**Author:** [@Mr.X\_Mr.X](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Mr.X_Mr.X)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2022, 2:27pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/dump-sql-file-in-the-backup-folder/247194 "2022-12-02T14:27:23Z")

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So I’ve been browsing my discourse folders and found a dump.sql file on the /backup folder that I don’t remember creating manually. I’d this a file that is automatically created during backups or am I having an intrusion…

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## [Lightbox does not work with the webp images](https://meta.discourse.org/t/lightbox-does-not-work-with-the-webp-images/247195)

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**Author:** [@tohaitrieu](https://meta.discourse.org/u/tohaitrieu)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2022, 6:34am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/lightbox-does-not-work-with-the-webp-images/247195 "2022-12-01T06:34:24Z")

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Dear Support Can you add support webp image for the Lightbox? With jpg or png image, Lightbox is working well. But have nothing happen with webp images. Thank you

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## [How to turn off info messages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-turn-off-info-messages/247208)

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**Author:** [@bwetherill](https://meta.discourse.org/u/bwetherill)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 3:04pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-to-turn-off-info-messages/247208 "2022-11-30T15:04:55Z")

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Is there any way to turn off the blue information messages that are at the top of my Discourse screen? They are annoying. Here are the messages. Message 1 may never be turned off because we may never get to 50 users. …

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## [Double arrow in case of single notifications of multiple replies inside the user menu](https://meta.discourse.org/t/double-arrow-in-case-of-single-notifications-of-multiple-replies-inside-the-user-menu/247217)

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**Author:** [@Canapin](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Canapin)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 3:56pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/double-arrow-in-case-of-single-notifications-of-multiple-replies-inside-the-user-menu/247217 "2022-11-30T15:56:18Z")

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It looks a bit weird: Suggestion: replace it with a classic (X) where X is the number of replies:

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## [One category throws 500 Internal Server Error after update](https://meta.discourse.org/t/one-category-throws-500-internal-server-error-after-update/247227)

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**Author:** [@raghukamath](https://meta.discourse.org/u/raghukamath)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2022, 3:06am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/one-category-throws-500-internal-server-error-after-update/247227 "2022-12-01T03:06:44Z")

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I updated discourse on krita-artists.org few hours ago and I noticed that the #lounge category doesn’t open and shows internal server error. I see this error in the log file Job exception: connection to server on socket…

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## [Impose order on Settings categories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/impose-order-on-settings-categories/247232)

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**Author:** [@ganncamp](https://meta.discourse.org/u/ganncamp)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 7:59pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/impose-order-on-settings-categories/247232 "2022-11-30T19:59:32Z")

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Could we have the settings categories listed in alphabetical order? Please? For the love of little green apples?

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## [Topic template for new users? Or... something?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/topic-template-for-new-users-or-something/247241)

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**Author:** [@ganncamp](https://meta.discourse.org/u/ganncamp)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 15, 2022, 9:07am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/topic-template-for-new-users-or-something/247241 "2022-12-15T09:07:49Z")

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We’re currently running our quarterly NPS again (2 weeks early to avoid the holidays). I glanced at the running results and found a familiar pattern: (Horizontal scroll…) The newest users are the least satisfied. …

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## [Askimet not displaying information about flagged posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/askimet-not-displaying-information-about-flagged-posts/247261)

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**Author:** [@Michael\_Nelson\_UW](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Michael_Nelson_UW)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 30, 2022, 10:42pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/askimet-not-displaying-information-about-flagged-posts/247261 "2022-11-30T22:42:41Z")

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Has anyone else run into the issue shown below? On the image.sc forum, as of today, new flagged posts from Askimet show up empty, and possibly with the wrong options to choose from. This has happened twice now, thou…

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