Clicking on topic takes me to the bottom of the thread

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The discussion revolves around the default behavior of Discourse, where clicking on a topic takes users to their last read position instead of the top of the thread. m.p initially asked how to change this behavior to always take them to the top. riking suggested clicking on the post count and then the top button.

However, codinghorror clarified that the default behavior is intentional, taking users to their last read position to make reading more enjoyable. codinghorror also shared a link to a blog post with Discourse tips and tricks.

m.p asked if this behavior is customizable, and riking suggested closing topics after the first post and linking a separate discussion for guides. tshenry noted that each category has a Navigate to first post after topics are read setting, which can be used to override the default behavior, particularly for FAQ/Guide categories.

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Sorry if this is a silly question, but how do I set it such that when I click on a topic (e.g. from categories page) it takes me to the top (the original posting) instead of the bottom (latest on the thread)?

2

Click on the post count, then the top button.

I just spent about 5 minutes looking for the #howto:faq about this but couldn’t find it… :thinking: Anyone got the link?

3

The assumptions here aren’t correct. You are taken to your last read position.

@riking I think you are looking for this blog post.. Discourse New User Tips and Tricks .. which is also linked in every new user PM, etc.

4

thanks @codinghorror
then the next question is, is that customizable? (so it goes to the main post every time?)

5

Entering at your last read position is a critical feature of Discourse to make reading enjoyable.

If you’re making FAQ posts or guides, I suggest closing the topic after the first post and linking a separate discussion topic about the guide.

6

got it, thanks @riking

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Noting that each category has a Navigate to first post after topics are read setting to override the default behavior. In line with what @riking mentioned, I would only recommend using it for FAQ/Guide categories.