# Latest **URL:** https://meta.discourse.org/latest.md?page=157&period=day [Latest](https://meta.discourse.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://meta.discourse.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://meta.discourse.org/tags.md) **Page:** 158 --- ## [Warning that flair will make group visible for everyone doesn't work for image uploads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/warning-that-flair-will-make-group-visible-for-everyone-doesnt-work-for-image-uploads/385552)
**Author:** [@Moin](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Moin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 5:34pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/warning-that-flair-will-make-group-visible-for-everyone-doesnt-work-for-image-uploads/385552 "2025-11-28T17:34:43Z")
When you configure an avatar flair on a group that is not visible to everyone, a warning is shown telling staff that this will make the group visible: Since this group has flair for its members, the name ‘TestGroup’ wi… --- ## [Forum stuck on “Loading…”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/forum-stuck-on-loading/389904)
**Author:** [@bohdan](https://meta.discourse.org/u/bohdan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 5:20pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/forum-stuck-on-loading/389904 "2025-11-28T17:20:28Z")
’m experiencing an issue where some users get stuck on the “Loading…” screen when accessing my Discourse forum. I suspect the problem is related to incorrect CDN configuration while using S3 + CDN for uploads. Static ass… --- ## [Incorrect Layout of Likes on First Click](https://meta.discourse.org/t/incorrect-layout-of-likes-on-first-click/389846)
**Author:** [@jack222](https://meta.discourse.org/u/jack222)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 1:02pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/incorrect-layout-of-likes-on-first-click/389846 "2025-11-28T13:02:25Z")
Hello，I noticed that the display of the “Like” feature seems to have an issue. When I click it the first time, all the like elements shift to the back and some of them go beyond the screen. Only after I click it a second… --- ## [Which picture from the branding options is used for the logos in the community list?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/which-picture-from-the-branding-options-is-used-for-the-logos-in-the-community-list/385471)
**Author:** [@Canapin](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Canapin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 12:08pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/which-picture-from-the-branding-options-is-used-for-the-logos-in-the-community-list/385471 "2025-11-28T12:08:42Z")
Some of those forums didn’t have all the branding picture settings defined, so it’s kinda expected that a placeholder should be shown here. I added the pictures, but they don’t appear on the id.discourse.com communit… --- ## [Muted tags not respecting emails](https://meta.discourse.org/t/muted-tags-not-respecting-emails/389868)
**Author:** [@darkpixlz](https://meta.discourse.org/u/darkpixlz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 6:37am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/muted-tags-not-respecting-emails/389868 "2025-11-28T06:37:39Z")
Here on Meta I have the ai tag muted (I simply don’t want to see it) and my notification preferences for #announcements is set to watching first post so I get notified for new posts, which works as intended, but posts ta… --- ## [Paid consult for ads plugin setup](https://meta.discourse.org/t/paid-consult-for-ads-plugin-setup/389779)
**Author:** [@doubleshot](https://meta.discourse.org/u/doubleshot)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 2:28am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/paid-consult-for-ads-plugin-setup/389779 "2025-11-28T02:28:08Z")
I’ve struggled to get Google Ad Manager ads setup. Anyone using this effectively? I’d be willing to pay for a consult on getting this up and running with custom ads and displaying responsively. Would prefer to work wit… --- ## [Reducing backscatter in email interface?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/reducing-backscatter-in-email-interface/59974)
**Author:** [@icculus](https://meta.discourse.org/u/icculus)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 9:55pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/reducing-backscatter-in-email-interface/59974 "2025-11-27T21:55:21Z")
This is a bit of a braindump, under the assumption there isn’t a “this already works if you click this checkbox” solution out there. I’m experimenting with Discourse and its Mailing List Mode (which are both pretty grea… --- ## [Upcoming post stream changes - How to prepare themes and plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/upcoming-post-stream-changes-how-to-prepare-themes-and-plugins/372063)
**Author:** [@saquetim](https://meta.discourse.org/u/saquetim)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 7:28pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/upcoming-post-stream-changes-how-to-prepare-themes-and-plugins/372063 "2025-11-27T19:28:36Z")
We’re moving away from the legacy “widget” rendering system, replacing it with modern Glimmer components. We’ve recently modernized the post stream using Glimmer components. This guide will walk you through migrating yo… --- ## [How do I remove the Anniversaries option from the burger menu?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-do-i-remove-the-anniversaries-option-from-the-burger-menu/389758)
**Author:** [@Richie](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Richie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 6:51pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-do-i-remove-the-anniversaries-option-from-the-burger-menu/389758 "2025-11-27T18:51:45Z")
Discourse 3.6.0.beta3-latest (3183a95823). A new Anniversaries option has appeared in my menu: I cannot remove it because it does not appear in the list custom list :pensive\_face: --- ## [Allow Moderators to Access Secure Uploads in Deleted Topics](https://meta.discourse.org/t/allow-moderators-to-access-secure-uploads-in-deleted-topics/389840)
**Author:** [@Teafh](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Teafh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 6:08pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/allow-moderators-to-access-secure-uploads-in-deleted-topics/389840 "2025-11-27T18:08:31Z")
When the secure uploads feature is enabled, moderators lose the ability to view or manage attachments (such as images or files) in topics that have been deleted. Only admins retain access to these uploads. While moderato… --- ## [Introducing pre-compiled JS assets for self-hosters](https://meta.discourse.org/t/introducing-pre-compiled-js-assets-for-self-hosters/376700)
**Author:** [@david](https://meta.discourse.org/u/david)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 5:42pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/introducing-pre-compiled-js-assets-for-self-hosters/376700 "2025-11-27T17:42:07Z")
:mega: Discourse now publishes pre-built JavaScript assets, which will significantly speed up installation and updates, especially for servers with limited resources. Compiling and optimizing JavaScript assets has alwa… --- ## [Discourse Discover: Knowledge Base Through Conversation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-discover-knowledge-base-through-conversation/389636)
**Author:** [@stella](https://meta.discourse.org/u/stella)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 3:31pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-discover-knowledge-base-through-conversation/389636 "2025-11-27T15:31:32Z")
Welcome to our Discover Roundup, where we highlight communities doing creative and inspiring things with Discourse. This month, we’re focusing on a particular kind of community: knowledge bases built on ongoing convers… --- ## [Unexpected scaling in experimental PhotoSwipeLightbox component breaking the ratio of the original image](https://meta.discourse.org/t/unexpected-scaling-in-experimental-photoswipelightbox-component-breaking-the-ratio-of-the-original-image/386788)
**Author:** [@small-lovely-cat](https://meta.discourse.org/u/small-lovely-cat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 2:42pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/unexpected-scaling-in-experimental-photoswipelightbox-component-breaking-the-ratio-of-the-original-image/386788 "2025-11-27T14:42:37Z")
https://github.com/discourse/discourse/pull/35616 The new experimental PhotoSwipeLightbox (siteSettings.experimental\_lightbox) contain bugs when the image link exists in Discourse Solved or the upload component in admin… --- ## [Total newbie struggling to preview the signup modal with my test theme, what am I missing?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/total-newbie-struggling-to-preview-the-signup-modal-with-my-test-theme-what-am-i-missing/389721)
**Author:** [@Welsh\_Selkie](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Welsh_Selkie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 2:10pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/total-newbie-struggling-to-preview-the-signup-modal-with-my-test-theme-what-am-i-missing/389721 "2025-11-27T14:10:50Z")
Hi everyone, I’m the furthest thing from a developer (I work in charity community support), but I look after a community forum that uses Discourse (Pro Plus plan), and I’m doing my best to learn. I’m mostly enjoying the… --- ## [Documentation for all features of current Discourse?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/documentation-for-all-features-of-current-discourse/389806)
**Author:** [@erotus](https://meta.discourse.org/u/erotus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 10:22am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/documentation-for-all-features-of-current-discourse/389806 "2025-11-27T10:22:26Z")
Hi, I was wondering if there is a up-to-date documentation page somewhere, which would include descriptions of all current Discourse features and settings? This time I am trying to find an answer to this question: “In w… --- ## [Is there any workaround to let topic starters reopen their own closed topics?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-any-workaround-to-let-topic-starters-reopen-their-own-closed-topics/389771)
**Author:** [@Tealk](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Tealk)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2025, 9:00am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-any-workaround-to-let-topic-starters-reopen-their-own-closed-topics/389771 "2025-11-27T09:00:56Z")
Hello, I understand that currently, only moderators, admins, or users with the Leader (TL4) trust level can reopen closed topics. For my forum, I would like to allow the original topic starter to reopen their topics aft… --- ## [Is there a way to link directly to the editing screen?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-a-way-to-link-directly-to-the-editing-screen/389590)
**Author:** [@nordize](https://meta.discourse.org/u/nordize)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 9:45pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/is-there-a-way-to-link-directly-to-the-editing-screen/389590 "2025-11-26T21:45:25Z")
Is there a way to open a post in the edit mode via a link, instead of first opening the post and then clicking on “Edit” ? --- ## [Add new item to user dropdown menu](https://meta.discourse.org/t/add-new-item-to-user-dropdown-menu/389755)
**Author:** [@miguelbemartin](https://meta.discourse.org/u/miguelbemartin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 8:56pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/add-new-item-to-user-dropdown-menu/389755 "2025-11-26T20:56:43Z")
How can I add a new item to the user dropdown menu? Can I personalize and add a new item there? --- ## [Reply\_by\_email\_enabled and reply\_by\_email\_address do not show up in Admin - Email Settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/reply-by-email-enabled-and-reply-by-email-address-do-not-show-up-in-admin-email-settings/389741)
**Author:** [@RGJ](https://meta.discourse.org/u/RGJ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 6:11pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/reply-by-email-enabled-and-reply-by-email-address-do-not-show-up-in-admin-email-settings/389741 "2025-11-26T18:11:39Z")
The site settings reply\_by\_email\_enabled and reply\_by\_email\_address are not showing up in Admin - Email settings. Funny enough, the alternative\_reply\_by\_email\_addresses setting does show. It seems they’re missing an are… --- ## [How can I obtain cookies for a user or a 'user-api-key' without requiring user interaction or browser redirects?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-obtain-cookies-for-a-user-or-a-user-api-key-without-requiring-user-interaction-or-browser-redirects/389618)
**Author:** [@Alexandre\_Gurgel1](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Alexandre_Gurgel1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 4:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/how-can-i-obtain-cookies-for-a-user-or-a-user-api-key-without-requiring-user-interaction-or-browser-redirects/389618 "2025-11-26T16:00:05Z")
I’m currently developing an application that uses Discourse only as an API. The new feature relates to PMs, where we’re using private\_messages. The issue here is that we need to receive updates from these private topics … --- ## [Search in category drop-down missing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/search-in-category-drop-down-missing/388911)
**Author:** [@Moin](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Moin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 4:00pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/search-in-category-drop-down-missing/388911 "2025-11-26T16:00:04Z")
I think this might be related to FIX: category page improvements by yuriyaran · Pull Request #36062 · discourse/discourse · GitHub. I miss the search function in the category drop-down menu. It disappeared on my site af… --- ## [Users created via sso not showing up in user directory](https://meta.discourse.org/t/users-created-via-sso-not-showing-up-in-user-directory/389730)
**Author:** [@adopilot](https://meta.discourse.org/u/adopilot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 9:02am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/users-created-via-sso-not-showing-up-in-user-directory/389730 "2025-11-26T09:02:40Z")
Any tip why there is no shown users which are created by SSO playload but never logged in. I am sending all my users to discourse over /admin/users/sync\_sso and user card directory works nice for all users which visited… --- ## [Release v2025.11.0: AI translations improvements, chat search, new review queue, and improvements for posts with images](https://meta.discourse.org/t/release-v2025-11-0-ai-translations-improvements-chat-search-new-review-queue-and-improvements-for-posts-with-images/389615)
**Author:** [@mcwumbly](https://meta.discourse.org/u/mcwumbly)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 11:02am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/release-v2025-11-0-ai-translations-improvements-chat-search-new-review-queue-and-improvements-for-posts-with-images/389615 "2025-11-26T11:02:53Z")
New features in v2025.11.0 New version numbering scheme Perhaps you noticed we just jumped from version 3.6.0.beta2 to version 2025.11.0. We have updated our version numbers for releases to be based on the current year a… --- ## [Let's talk about pictures, quoting pictures in Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/lets-talk-about-pictures-quoting-pictures-in-discourse/389563)
**Author:** [@sam](https://meta.discourse.org/u/sam)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 10:08am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/lets-talk-about-pictures-quoting-pictures-in-discourse/389563 "2025-11-26T10:08:49Z")
We just made a small quality of life change to the new lightbox. At the top of the lightbox is a new icon :speech\_balloon: Try it here :up\_arrow: When you click it you will quote the image you are looking at and in… --- ## [Allow "Ignored content" to be temporarily overrided per-post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/allow-ignored-content-to-be-temporarily-overrided-per-post/389605)
**Author:** [@roke\_julian\_lockhart](https://meta.discourse.org/u/roke_julian_lockhart)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 9:55am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/allow-ignored-content-to-be-temporarily-overrided-per-post/389605 "2025-11-26T09:55:26Z")
I’ve a user ignored. Occasionally, I am forced to see what they’ve written. I don’t see why I should need to un-ignore their profile to do so, rather than un-ignore the post, until I choose to re-ignore it (or on the sub… --- ## [Display number of unread messages on links to group inbox in sidebar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/display-number-of-unread-messages-on-links-to-group-inbox-in-sidebar/387977)
**Author:** [@AudeF](https://meta.discourse.org/u/AudeF)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 9:26am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/display-number-of-unread-messages-on-links-to-group-inbox-in-sidebar/387977 "2025-11-26T09:26:04Z")
Is there a way to see the messages number in the sidebard if we add a link to a group box? --- ## [User still able to log in after anonymization](https://meta.discourse.org/t/user-still-able-to-log-in-after-anonymization/389673)
**Author:** [@stuwest](https://meta.discourse.org/u/stuwest)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 4:18am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/user-still-able-to-log-in-after-anonymization/389673 "2025-11-26T04:18:20Z")
The moderation team on the Discourse instance I admin received a request from a user who wanted to leave the forum. Specifically, they asked that their account be anonymized and that we remove their ability to log in to … --- ## [Assistance needed upgrading Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/assistance-needed-upgrading-discourse/389670)
**Author:** [@beitmenotyou](https://meta.discourse.org/u/beitmenotyou)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 3:03am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/assistance-needed-upgrading-discourse/389670 "2025-11-26T03:03:35Z")
I don’t have an LLM tab on my device; I only have this options on the main AI settings page --- ## [Can a toggle be provided to display group inboxes in sidebar?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-a-toggle-be-provided-to-display-group-inboxes-in-sidebar/387976)
**Author:** [@Joshua8600](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Joshua8600)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 12:19am UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/can-a-toggle-be-provided-to-display-group-inboxes-in-sidebar/387976 "2025-11-26T00:19:38Z")
This is a really bad change. We have 7 different group inboxes that we use, and different staff that have access to different ones in our project. While the “My messages” is nice (kind of?), why also remove the ability… --- ## [API works manually, but AI (Grok/xAI) does not reach VPS](https://meta.discourse.org/t/api-works-manually-but-ai-grok-xai-does-not-reach-vps/387960)
**Author:** [@Enit](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Enit)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2025, 11:59pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/api-works-manually-but-ai-grok-xai-does-not-reach-vps/387960 "2025-11-25T23:59:58Z")
My forum (www.enit.hu) runs on a rented VPS (Ubuntu, Discourse Docker). I am the only admin, the forum is private. Goal: Write/read via Grok (xAI) API so that conversations get eternal memory (infinite context). You ha… [Previous page](https://meta.discourse.org/latest.md?page=156&period=day) [Next page](https://meta.discourse.org/latest.md?page=158&period=day)