### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [26 maart 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/427 "2025-03-26T13:02:19Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
- There were **138 new posts** and **23 new topics** in the last 24 hours.
- **Top Users:**
• @david (5 posts, 15 likes)
• @tobiaseigen (3 posts, 13 likes)
• @merefield (5 posts, 9 likes)
• @Arkshine (6 posts, 8 likes)
• @rokejulianlockhart (6 posts, 7 likes)
• @tgxworld (2 posts, 7 likes)
• @pfaffman (6 posts, 7 likes)
• @pmusaraj (3 posts, 6 likes)
• @joffreyjaffeux (1 post, 5 likes)
• @sam (4 posts, 5 likes)
> Sourcing each insight from active forum discussions, check out the details in every topic!
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**Interesting Topics**
- In **#Plugin** , @david and @merefield discussed an enhancement for the Locations Plugin aimed at adding a new plugin outlet. Their exchange—where a proposed PR was quickly embraced and merged—showed the community’s collaborative spirit. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1150?silent=true)
- In **#Announcements** , @tobiaseigen launched the 3.5.0.beta2 release that introduces improvements to the review queue, welcome banner, and admin interface. Further details and additional features were later outlined by @tgxworld. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358151/1?silent=true) • [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358151/3?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @rokejulianlockhart raised concerns that `` tags render briefly in the editor previewer before disappearing from the final post. The discussion, enriched by thoughts from @Arkshine, delved into security implications and potential fixes. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358811/1?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @icaria36 reported that the calendar view broke after the 3.5.0.beta2 upgrade. Quick intervention by @david led to a merged fix that restored functionality. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358909/1?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @MachineScholar encountered an error while trying to create new Personas. After troubleshooting prompts from @sam, a follow-up post explained that the issue would be fixed in an upcoming update. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358883/1?silent=true) • [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358883/6?silent=true)
- In **#Support** , @Olle11 sought guidance on how to naturally add a title and clickable buttons above the forum topics—mirroring the sleek style of Discourse Meta’s banner. Helpful pointers came from @ondrej and @pfaffman. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358790/1?silent=true)
- In **#Feature** , @lilstranded proposed a drag-and-drop interface for reordering categories to make site management more intuitive, a suggestion warmly echoed by @noahl and illustrated by media shared from @Arkshine. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358774/1?silent=true)
- In **#Dev** , @pmusaraj demonstrated the use of the new custom-homepage feature—including tips on leveraging the `bodyClass` helper to achieve seamless component rendering. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/302496/46?silent=true)
- In **#Community** , @tobiaseigen welcomed a new community member while explaining how private server trust levels can be optimally configured. For additional technical details, see the [Trust Levels Reference](https://meta.discourse.org/t/trust-level-permissions-reference/224824?silent=true). [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358608/5?silent=true)
- In **#Announcements** , @a_lilian shared feedback on the decision to drop iOS 15 support in May 2025, thanking @Arkshine for a test page that helped resolve a related issue. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/15?silent=true)
- In **#Installation** , @johnr raised concerns after a cross-instance backup/restore appeared to overwrite some site settings—sparking insights from @merefield and @pfaffman on how settings are managed in backups. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358786/1?silent=true)
- In **#Installation** , @Heliosurge questioned whether Discourse’s hardware requirements have recently changed. @sam explained that asset compilation improvements and a new low memory mode support 2GB configurations while hinting at further investigation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358732/6?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @lindsey reported an edge case in the Markdown-only composer where italicizing a line ending with bold text caused missing characters and formatting glitches. A video demonstration was provided for clarity. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358800/1?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @Victor_Bramante described a weird behavior on the Android app where discussion text fails to load properly, a report later echoed by @NateDhaliwal. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358838/1?silent=true)
- In **#Marketplace** , @danabrig sought recommendations for a new hosting provider to better support his Discourse site. Responses from @RGJ and @pfaffman offered promising leads. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358900/1?silent=true)
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @david put his expertise to work by merging a key PR in the Locations Plugin discussion, helping to quickly resolve subtle issues. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1150?silent=true)
- @tobiaseigen led the charge in announcing the new 3.5.0.beta2 release in **#Announcements** , setting the tone for fresh improvements. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358151/1?silent=true)
- @tgxworld added detailed follow-up notes to the 3.5.0.beta2 release thread, ensuring that the community had the full picture. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358151/3?silent=true)
- @pmusaraj showcased the new custom-homepage feature in **#Dev** , offering practical tips to streamline theme customization. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/302496/46?silent=true)
- @sam stepped in to troubleshoot the issue with creating new Personas, demonstrating the team’s commitment to rapid problem-solving. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358883/2?silent=true)
- @joffreyjaffeux provided valuable fix insights in the Personas topic, contributing to the swift resolution of errors. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358883/6?silent=true)
- @nat confirmed the new functionality for displaying which user marked an answer as correct, helping to clarify community expectations on solved topics. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/249016/16?silent=true)
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What a whirlwind of updates and collaborative problem-solving yesterday—here’s hoping today’s discussions keep the energy as contagious as a kitten chasing its tail!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [27 maart 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/428 "2025-03-27T13:01:44Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts:** 144
- **Total New Topics:** 16
**Top Users:**
• @merefield – 11 posts, 25 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359013/6?silent=true))
• @Arkshine – 13 posts, 16 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358989/1?silent=true))
• @RGJ – 9 posts, 13 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358989/2?silent=true))
• @nat – 5 posts, 12 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358947/1?silent=true))
• @david – 3 posts, 10 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1158?silent=true))
• @pmusaraj – 3 posts, 9 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/349555/10?silent=true))
• @sam – 4 posts, 7 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358170/5?silent=true))
• @supermathie – 2 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358982/2?silent=true))
• @Jagster – 6 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358758/7?silent=true))
• @dsims – 3 posts, 5 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1163?silent=true))
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## Interesting Topics
- **#Support – Is iOS 18 a requirement for Discourse?**
@Bruce5051 and others debated whether the new minimum should be iOS 18 or iOS 16, with clarifications pointing to the upcoming changes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359013/5?silent=true)).
- **#Plugin – Locations Plugin 🌍**
Discussions over styling issues and outlet merge challenges in the Locations Plugin kept the community busy, as @dsims and @merefield exchanged fixes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1157?silent=true)).
- **#Bug #solved – Solved topic cannot be loaded:**
A user reported solved topics not displaying correctly, and after troubleshooting by @Don, insights from @Arkshine and @nat led to a fix ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358947/7?silent=true)).
- **#UX – Prevent words in logos being detected as text:**
Frustration over unwanted browser text detection on logos sparked suggestions from @Richie and a nifty CSS workaround proposed by @supermathie ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358982/7?silent=true)).
- **#Dev – Theme components are not overriding theme CSS any more?**
@RGJ shared his “aha” moment about stylesheet loading order after a minimal test case, explaining why theme component overrides might fail ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358989/2?silent=true)).
- **#Bug #solved – Solved count in summary displaying incorrect values:**
A counting discrepancy in solved post summaries was dissected by @nat, who explained the change from counting “marked as solution” to “accepted solutions” ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359134/8?silent=true)).
- **#Support #subscriptions – Charging a membership fee:**
@Andro’s query about charging membership fees sparked pointers to a subscription plugin as suggested by @Arkshine, clarifying the role of groups in managing access ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359059/4?silent=true)).
- **#Bug #ai – Setting to manually close AI Helper’s popup modal:**
When users requested a setting to close the AI Helper’s modal manually, @keegan moved the discussion to #Bug and deployed a fix to ensure smoother interactions ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358300/3?silent=true)).
- **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 support in May 2025:**
Heated debate ensued over dropping support for iOS 15 and older browsers, with participants weighing security risks and performance benefits ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/16?silent=true)).
- **#Bug #calendar-and-event – Calendar broken after 3.5.0.beta2 upgrade:**
An issue with event posting was resolved when @david and @icaria36 experimented by switching the group setting from “everyone” to “trust\_level\_0” ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358909/9?silent=true)).
- **#Support – Site not working after upgrade:**
A post-upgrade internal server error led @rlauriston and community members like @Arkshine and @pfaffman to troubleshoot configuration settings and CDN URL issues ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359051/1?silent=true)).
- **#Bug #solved – ERROR RecordNotUnique on index\_discourse\_solved\_solved\_topics\_on\_answer\_post\_id:**
A database migration hiccup left some users with unique index errors until a patched fix was shared by @thoka and confirmed by @fhe ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358875/9?silent=true)).
- **#Support – Reply information is not showing up on comment:**
Users puzzled over inconsistent “reply” information observed on mobile versus desktop received clarifications from @NateDhaliwal and solutions from @Arkshine ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358942/5?silent=true)).
- **#Support – Backups - which email?:**
@Olle11’s confusion about the backup email address led to a helpful guide by @RGJ, pointing to steps to change the staff email from the console ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358907/14?silent=true)).
- **#Bug – Automatically adding people to a private chat channel is no longer working?:**
Inquiries about auto-adding members into private chat channels stirred discussion as @cultiv and @joffreyjaffeux experimented with group settings and identified inconsistencies ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358631/8?silent=true)).
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@pmusaraj** demonstrated his expertise by contributing to the discussion on **Mobile apps: where are they in the website?** – updating the footer and landing page for mobile apps ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/349555/12?silent=true)).
- **@saif** shared valuable insights on the **Discourse AI - Large Language Model (LLM) settings page**, helping admins configure model IDs for smoother AI interactions ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/319903/13?silent=true)).
- **@keegan** took charge in **Setting to manually close AI Helper’s popup modal** , ensuring that the modal behavior meets admin expectations, and also refined AI image caption settings in his follow-up work ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358300/3?silent=true) and [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359019/4?silent=true)).
- **@nat** assisted in troubleshooting the **Solved topic cannot be loaded** discussion, pinpointing issues that occur when accepted answer posts become unavailable ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358947/7?silent=true)).
- **@david** provided crucial feedback in the **Calendar broken after 3.5.0.beta2 upgrade** topic, advising on permission tweaks that resolved event posting issues ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358909/10?silent=true)).
- **@sam** tackled issues with email errors in **Users getting Internal Server Error when trying to change email address** and clarified restrictions in **Unable to grant admin rights due to error** , ensuring smoother administration workflows ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/350416/4?silent=true) and [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358170/11?silent=true)).
- **@joffreyjaffeux** contributed by diagnosing and discussing the problem in **Automatically adding people to a private chat channel is no longer working?** , ensuring that group auto-add features work as intended ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358631/8?silent=true)).
- **@supermathie** chimed in on the **Prevent words in logos being detected as text** issue, offering a simple CSS tweak to save Safari users from excessive clicking ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358982/7?silent=true)).
- **@pmusaraj** also addressed performance concerns by investigating **Getting deadlock errors in logs** , providing valuable context on PostgreSQL deadlocks ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359146/1?silent=true)).
- **@awesomerobot** rounded out the team activity by addressing the typo in **[Discourse.org/features:](http://Discourse.org/features:) ‘awes’ not ‘awesome’**, confirming that the fix was deployed swiftly ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358894/3?silent=true)).
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What a whirlwind of updates, bug fixes, and lively debates yesterday—it seems the team was on a roll, keeping our discourse as dynamic as ever!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [28 maart 2025 om 13:03 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/429 "2025-03-28T13:03:00Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
• **New Posts:** 112
• **New Topics:** 17
**Top Users:**
• @merefield – 7 posts, 14 likes
• @RGJ – 3 posts, 14 likes
• @Arkshine – 11 posts, 13 likes
• @Olle11 – 9 posts, 11 likes
• @alltiagocom – 10 posts, 10 likes
• @awesomerobot – 2 posts, 8 likes
• @sam – 1 post, 7 likes
• @supermathie – 1 post, 6 likes
• @haydenjames – 4 posts, 6 likes
• @nolo – 2 posts, 6 likes
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**Interesting Topics**
- **#Support** _My forum is invisible_ – When @Olle11 discovered that a simple CSS tweak had rendered his entire forum invisible, community members stepped in. Check out his [initial post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359179/1?silent=true) and see the [solution discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359179/2?silent=true).
- **#Announcements** _Dropping iOS 15 support in May 2025_ – In a heated thread, @awesomerobot explained the security implications behind dropping support while @sam and @supermathie debated the real-world impact on roughly 800 active users. Read the [detailed post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/20?silent=true) and follow the [further discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/22?silent=true).
- **#UX** _Feedback on new fullscreen signup / login designs_ – @haydenjames and others shared mixed feelings about the new fullscreen login approach versus a legacy modal. Discover the [initial feedback](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359190/1?silent=true) and see [Arkshine’s reply](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359190/2?silent=true) for more insights.
- **#Support** _See forum as user in Trust Level X_ – @alltiagocom asked if Discourse could mimic Discord’s role‐view functionality for trust levels. See his [question](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359172/1?silent=true) and the [follow-up suggestion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359172/3?silent=true) from @nolo and others.
- **#Bug** _Solved count in summary displaying incorrect values_ – What began as a counting glitch quickly found a resolution when @dr460nf1r3’s query met @nat’s fix. Check out the [initial post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359134/10?silent=true) and the [final solution](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359134/13?silent=true).
- **#Support** _Discord, Google and Microsoft login, is oAuth2 enough?_ – In this thread, @Olle11 wondered whether additional plugins are needed for seamless login integration while @merefield clarified that the core oAuth2 setups for Discord, Google, and Facebook are built in. See his [query](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359144/3?silent=true) alongside the [clarifying reply](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359144/4?silent=true).
- **#Developer Guides:** _Discourse toolkit to render forms_ – @merefield sought advice on implementing a “Multi” Select field for forms. @Arkshine provided a neat code example using a custom field with MultiSelect. View the [question](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/326439/23?silent=true) and the [code example](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/326439/24?silent=true) for ideas.
- **#Theme component:** _Created Topic Sort_ – Discussions around setting the default homepage with a “created” sort order were sparked by @Alteras and refined by @dsims using a PreloadStore workaround. Dive into the [initial suggestion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321521/12?silent=true) and the [follow-up fix](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321521/13?silent=true).
- **#Data & reporting:** _How do you track activity (clicks) from activity summary emails?_ – @Jacob_Peebles raised a question on measuring engagement from summary emails, and moderators like @HAWK offered insights on relying on email service analytics. Read the [question](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359202/1?silent=true) and see [HAWK’s input](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359202/4?silent=true).
- **#Theme component:** _Welcome Link Banner_ – Enhancements for adding icons became the focus when @alltiagocom suggested autocomplete or direct links to FontAwesome. @Arkshine chimed in with practical advice. Check out the [original suggestion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/218743/140?silent=true) and the [responsive reply](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/218743/141?silent=true).
- **#Support** _Getting deadlock errors in logs_ – In troubleshooting performance issues with the ActivityPub batching, @angus proposed a fix while @pmusaraj noted that further adjustments were needed. Read [angus’s insight](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359146/3?silent=true) and the [follow-up](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359146/4?silent=true) from @pmusaraj.
- **#Theme component:** _Extended About Page_ – As forums evolve, @icaria36’s query about tailoring the About page led @nolo to point out the new layout options available in admin settings. See the [question](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/193351/8?silent=true) and the [response](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/193351/9?silent=true).
- **#Support** _Iframe/Embed Canva Designs in Discourse posts_ – When @gassim’s Canva embeds wouldn’t render despite proper iframe settings, @Arkshine noted that adjusting allowed domains might be key. See the [issue report](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359156/1?silent=true) and the [suggested tweak](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359156/3?silent=true).
- **#Theme component:** _Left side hamburger menu on mobile_ – On mobile, changes to the header layout prompted @featheredtoast to mention ongoing refactoring for the hamburger menu. Check out his [update](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/164513/31?silent=true).
- **#Support** _Charging a membership fee_ – @pfaffman clarified that requiring paid membership for forum posting must be paired with careful category and permission settings to work around account registration constraints. Read his [explanation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359059/7?silent=true).
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @awesomerobot led the charge on the iOS support debate in _Dropping iOS 15 support in May 2025_ – see his detailed input in [this post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/20?silent=true).
- @sam and @supermathie also weighed in on the iOS support discussion, sharing their perspectives in a lively exchange [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/21?silent=true).
- @lindsey and @pmusaraj contributed actively to the debate on the new login design in _Feedback on new fullscreen signup / login designs_. Their insights can be found in [lindsey’s post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359190/10?silent=true) and [pmusaraj’s comment](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359190/6?silent=true).
- @pmusaraj also addressed technical challenges in handling database batching in _Getting deadlock errors in logs_ – his observations are available in [this follow-up](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359146/4?silent=true).
- @nat provided a robust solution to the solved count discrepancy in _Solved count in summary displaying incorrect values_ – check out [nat’s fix](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359134/13?silent=true).
- @featheredtoast gave a quick update on the progress of the mobile header refactor in _Left side hamburger menu on mobile_, as seen [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/164513/31?silent=true).
- @HAWK also chimed in on tracking email click activity in _How do you track activity (clicks) from activity summary emails?_ – read his input in [this post](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359202/4?silent=true).
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What a day—forums vanishing, login designs sparking debates, and the team’s contributions made sure every challenge was met with creativity and humor. Yesterday’s activity sure kept our circuits buzzing (and puppies happily wagging their tails)!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [29 maart 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/430 "2025-03-29T13:01:50Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
- **New Posts:** 107
- **New Topics:** 16
**Top Users:**
- @pfaffman – 8 posts, 16 likes ([view discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359352/1?silent=true))
- @Arkshine – 5 posts, 11 likes ([view discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357286/3?silent=true))
- @alltiagocom – 11 posts, 10 likes
- @awesomerobot – 1 post, 6 likes
- @david – 2 posts, 6 likes
- @sam – 2 posts, 4 likes
- @nathank – 2 posts, 4 likes
- @NateDhaliwal – 11 posts, 3 likes
- @wbadmin – 2 posts, 3 likes
- @Kartoon – 1 post, 2 likes
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**Interesting Topics**
- **#UX – We should always see who the user replied to**
In this thread, @alltiagocom raised concerns about ambiguous reply indicators and argued for always displaying reply context to reduce confusion. See the initial discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359352/1?silent=true) and follow-up insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359352/9?silent=true).
- **#UX – Light/dark mode toggle is illogical/buggy**
Users debated the current toggle’s behavior as @awesomerobot confirmed that improvements are underway, while Andrew\_Rowe added his thoughts on clutter reduction. Check out his comment [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357286/3?silent=true) and additional feedback [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357286/4?silent=true).
- **#UX – Solved bug or intentional?**
@alltiagocom observed that the UI for marking a topic as solved appears different when it’s created by the admin versus another user, leaving the community to wonder if this is intentional. Read his observation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359355/1?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025**
A technical discussion unfolded about legacy browser support as @david and @Arkshine exchanged insights on Kiwi browser versions. Dive into the conversation via these posts: [post 27](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/27?silent=true), [post 28](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/28?silent=true), and [post 29](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/29?silent=true).
- **#Site feedback – Your browser will soon be incompatible with this community**
Concerns about modern browsers being too bloated and data-hungry sparked discussion, with @FrostKnight urging users to upgrade. Get the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359376/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Lock new users to a single topic before unlocking full forum**
@alltiagocom proposed a friendlier onboarding strategy that funnels new users through a dedicated welcome topic before granting full forum access. Explore the idea [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359291/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – ERROR - execution expired**
When @crazzybat encountered a MailGun SMTP timeout error, @NateDhaliwal kindly walked through the fix. Check out the troubleshooting steps [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359391/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Usernames are deleted on login**
@justintime reported that re-logins via SAML were wiping usernames, and @sam offered insight into potential configuration overrides. See the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359378/1?silent=true) and additional analysis [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359378/3?silent=true).
- **#Bug – Selecting the “everyone” group does not enable event creation**
@nathank noted that using the “everyone” group in allowed\_on\_groups can trip up users, suggesting the option might need to be hidden to avoid confusion. View the report [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/279434/6?silent=true).
- **#Bug – Cannot change watching status on mobile while in the middle of topic**
@lindsey explained that a recent design change for mobile topic timelines aims to reduce visual clutter—even if it means a workaround is needed. Read her explanation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352775/14?silent=true).
- **#Bug – Topic link counter stops at 50**
In one thread, users discovered that the link counter in a topic stubbornly stops at 50, even when hundreds of links are present. Inspect the issue [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359412/1?silent=true).
- **#Community – Private server trust levels**
@wbadmin outlined his approach to gradually roll out higher trust levels for new users on a private server, setting the stage for moderated growth. Get the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358608/8?silent=true).
- **#Dev – Discourse toolkit to render forms (FormKit) issues**
@pfaffman and @merefield debated recent snags in FormKit, with discussions centered on whether a PR might finally resolve the lingering issues. Dive into the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/327543/4?silent=true).
- **#Marketplace – Paid - Seeking Discourse Developer for NSFW Category Feature**
In a call-for-development, @Lesley_Li disclosed that help has been secured for a NSFW category feature while outlining the requirements. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359211/4?silent=true).
- **#Theme – Pyx’s Modern Theme (preview)**
After a brief setback due to illness, @darkpixlz returned with polished updates to his Modern Theme—including bug fixes and a refreshed post stream. Check out the preview [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357665/9?silent=true).
* * *
**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- **@awesomerobot:** Contributed to refining the light/dark mode experience in [Light/dark mode toggle is illogical/buggy](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357286/3?silent=true).
- **@david:** Shared technical insights on legacy browser support in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/27?silent=true) and added further details in a follow-up [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/29?silent=true).
- **@sam:** Offered valuable feedback on SAML username resets in [Usernames are deleted on login](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359378/3?silent=true).
- **@lindsey:** Clarified mobile interface changes in [Cannot change watching status on mobile while in the middle of topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352775/14?silent=true).
- **@jordan-vidrine:** Provided layout tweaks for category displays in [Showcased Categories](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/173524/72?silent=true).
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What a whirlwind of ideas and insightful fixes from yesterday—here’s to another day full of playful debates and creative problem-solving on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)!
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [30 maart 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/431 "2025-03-30T13:02:07Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
• **Total New Posts:** 92
• **Total New Topics:** 12
**Top Users:**
• @ValdikSS – 6 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/44?silent=true))
• @pfaffman – 8 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/138694/34?silent=true))
• @david – 1 post, 5 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/40?silent=true))
• @merefield – 6 posts, 5 likes
• @sam – 2 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/42?silent=true))
• @Arkshine – 8 posts, 3 likes
• @one1 – 2 posts, 3 likes
• @Lilly – 1 post, 3 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359355/5?silent=true))
• @supermathie – 2 posts, 2 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359438/4?silent=true) & [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357617/10?silent=true))
• @icaria36 – 2 posts, 2 likes
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**Interesting Topics**
### #Announcements
- **Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025:**
@FrostKnight, @Richie, @icaria36, @david, and @sam debated support for proprietary browsers versus open-source alternatives, discussing telemetry and compatibility concerns. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/44?silent=true)
- **Bulk Award a badge to a set of users:**
@pfaffman introduced new ideas for awarding badges in bulk, stirring conversation on the nuances of adding reasons and linking topics. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/138694/34?silent=true)
### #Theme component
- **Hide ignored users’ topics:**
Community members including @physixfan, @ValdikSS, and @Arkshine explored errors and fixes (with a quick PR submitted) to resolve issues when ignored users’ content appears. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/276420/45?silent=true)
- **Featured Tiles:**
@David_Ghost showcased a creative theme component that allows selective exclusion of categories or image-free topics, adding new flair to topic cards. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/156677/46?silent=true)
- **Watermark Image:**
@Arkshine flagged a color formatting issue in watermark settings, prompting a discussion about CSS shorthand versus full hexadecimal values. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/347138/37?silent=true)
### #UX
- **“Solved” bug or intentional?**
In this thread, @Lilly clarified that the distinctive solution-button design was intentional—even as community members examined its impact on consistency. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359355/10?silent=true)
- **Can we get a custom PROFILE up?**
@wendellverli ignited a conversation about revamping user profile pages, with input from @NateDhaliwal and @merefield on image-driven “User Walls” that emulate a portfolio format. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359488/3?silent=true)
- **We should always see who the user replied to:**
Heated debate ensued as @schneeland and others weighed in on the merits of transparent reply indicators to enhance UX without full quoting lengthy posts. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359352/13?silent=true)
- **Feedback on new fullscreen signup / login designs:**
@haydenjames raised questions about the auto-update process for new signup and login pages, discussing its implications for self-hosted sites and control over updates. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359190/11?silent=true)
- **Duplicated icon in composer’s category dropdown:**
@alltiagocom reported a UI quirk where certain icons appeared twice in the composer interface, prompting suggestions for further investigation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359474/1?silent=true)
### #Support
- **Hello, problem install ubuntu server 20.04 on my pc:**
@gilles and @merefield exchanged troubleshooting tips and local server recommendations to overcome installation issues on Ubuntu Server 20.04. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359419/17?silent=true)
- **RSS feeds no longer updating:**
In a technical deep-dive, @patrickemin and @icaria36 discussed potential causes for unresponsive RSS feeds and examined log errors and muted category behaviors. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359383/6?silent=true)
- **Having a hard time optimising:**
@Eviepayne detailed performance slowdowns following infrastructure changes, spurring community insights from @merefield, @pfaffman, and probing questions from @renato about database latency. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359446/10?silent=true)
### #Installation
- **Docker problems:**
@geoff777’s frustrations with container setups (from duplicate containers to SSH quirks) elicited troubleshooting ideas from @Falco, @supermathie, and @sam to clarify standard installation practices. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359438/8?silent=true)
- **I just installed Discourse, but the pages load very slowly due to slow external database:**
A debate on database latency and container efficiencies unfolded, with voices from @supermathie and @merefield comparing local versus external database performance. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357617/10?silent=true)
* * *
**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @david weighed in with technical insights in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/40?silent=true), analyzing compatibility telemetry.
- @sam joined the conversation in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/42?silent=true) to question the realistic impact of the changes.
- @Lilly provided clarity on interface choices in the [Solved bug or intentional?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359355/5?silent=true) discussion, confirming design intentions.
- @supermathie offered troubleshooting tips in [Docker problems](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359438/4?silent=true) and later revisited performance issues in [I just installed Discourse, but the pages load very slowly](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357617/10?silent=true).
- @Falco contributed practical advice in [Docker problems](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359438/2?silent=true), suggesting a fresh start on new servers.
- @renato probed deeper on networking details in [Having a hard time optimising](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359446/6?silent=true) to diagnose potential latency issues.
* * *
Other engaging discussions included perspectives from threads like [Discourse Chat](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/230881/185?silent=true), insights on [Topic link counter stops at 50](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359412/3?silent=true), and migration challenges in [Need Help Merging MyBB Data into Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359520/3?silent=true).
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Yesterday’s lively debates and clever fixes left us buzzing like a caffeinated bee at a code hackathon—here’s to more fun discussions today!
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [31 maart 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/432 "2025-03-31T13:01:40Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
• **Total New Posts:** 118
• **Total New Topics:** 16
**Top Users:**
• @eisammy – 3 posts, 17 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359593/1?silent=true))
• @Arkshine – 11 posts, 9 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359474/3?silent=true))
• @pfaffman – 4 posts, 9 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359412/4?silent=true))
• @sam – 9 posts, 8 likes
• @mpalmer – 4 posts, 8 likes
• @Shauny – 3 posts, 7 likes
• @HAWK – 2 posts, 5 likes
• @pento – 1 post, 4 likes
• @Richie – 2 posts, 4 likes
• @Heliosurge – 4 posts, 3 likes
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**Interesting Topics**
_#Praise_
•
**Celebrating 1 year of my instance:** @eisammy marked a major milestone in the #Praise category, sharing heartfelt gratitude and community memories in a celebration post. Check out the milestone celebration [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359593/1?silent=true).
_#Self-Hosting_
•
**Create a swapfile for your Linux server:** @mpalmer detailed how an extra 2GB swap helped a modest instance overcome resource issues—a must‐read for self-hosters. Dive into the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/13880/82?silent=true).
_#Support_
•
**Logged out and cant login – emails not sending?:** A frustrated admin account lockout paired with SMTP errors sparked a lively troubleshooting session among community members. Explore the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359506/3?silent=true).
•
**Disabling CDN & S3, returning to local storage for images – best practice?:** In this support discussion, decryption128 sought guidance on switching back to local storage after using external storage services, with experts linking historical solutions and code changes. Read more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359556/1?silent=true).
•
**Can admins obtain the version number of their discourse engine?:** @eisammy and others helped clarify where to find engine version info in the admin dashboard—a detail crucial for keeping up with feature updates. See the full explanation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359595/1?silent=true).
•
**Google Not Indexing Discourse Forum – Sitemap Not Approved:** With only a handful of pages indexed and sitemap issues plaguing one forum, this support topic gathered input on crawler settings and SEO tweaks. Details are available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359589/1?silent=true).
_#Bug_
•
**Topic link counter stops at 50:** A bug in the UI led to a discussion about the link counter’s hard limit, with suggestions for showing “50+” to avoid misleading users. Check out the investigation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359412/4?silent=true).
•
**Silenced user can circumvent it entering anonymous mode:** Team members debated whether the workaround for moderated users was fair, highlighting areas of improvement in anonymous mode. See the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/320052/16?silent=true).
•
**Dashboard New Posts statistics broken:** When the post count in the dashboard went awry, @martin and others dug into SQL profiling commands and logs to pinpoint discrepancies. More info [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/26?silent=true).
•
**Can’t Change Tracking Notifications from Menu on Smaller Devices:** A regression in the mobile dmenu left users unable to update their watching status, sparking promises of a fix within the next few weeks. Details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359443/2?silent=true).
_#Installation_
•
**Docker problems:** Reports about container mix-ups, swap file requirements, and SMTP port issues led to a robust troubleshooting discussion among installation experts. Read the Docker debate [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359438/9?silent=true).
_#UX_
•
**Duplicated icon in composer’s category dropdown:** A quirky side-effect of recent code changes resulted in duplicate category icons in the composer. The UX discussion continues [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359474/3?silent=true).
_#Theme component_
•
**Tag Icons:** Users noted missing tag icons both in dropdowns and tag banners. The discussion even referenced Discourse’s transition to Font Awesome 5 for custom icons – check out further details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/109757/153?silent=true) and [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/introducing-font-awesome-5-and-svg-icons/101643?silent=true).
_#Feature_
•
**Reject an applicant and delete the information they supplied:** A feature request led by @pento resulted in a new mechanism that scrubs PII from review logs while preserving audit trails—a balanced approach to GDPR compliance. See the feature details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321343/26?silent=true).
•
**Interacting with Discourse via e-mail:** A user’s exploration into e-mail integration revealed questions on watched categories versus tags, leading to suggestions on achieving tailored notifications. Get the full lowdown [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359559/1?silent=true).
* * *
**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
• **@sam** lent his expertise by helping to diagnose issues in the login and link counter threads—he flagged the SMTP inquiry in [Logged out and cant login – emails not sending?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359506/3?silent=true) and contributed thoughts in [Topic link counter stops at 50](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359412/4?silent=true).
• **@HAWK** stepped in to clarify permission settings in a related security discussion—he provided clear answers in [Should I add “admins” to the Security tab or is it irrelevant?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359472/5?silent=true).
• **@pento** made a significant contribution by merging a new feature that automatically scrubs PII after a signup rejection in the [Reject an applicant and delete the information they supplied](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/321343/26?silent=true) thread.
• **@nat** came through with moderation insights, not only addressing issues in [Google Not Indexing Discourse Forum – Sitemap Not Approved](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359589/1?silent=true) but also weighing in on [Moderator approval for just one user?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359599/1?silent=true) to refine community controls.
• **@martin** provided a deep dive into troubleshooting post statistics, as seen in his follow-up on [Dashboard New Posts statistics broken](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/26?silent=true).
• **@joffreyjaffeux** confirmed mobile interface fixes when he responded to issues in [Can’t Change Tracking Notifications from Menu on Smaller Devices](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359443/2?silent=true), ensuring a smoother user experience on smaller devices.
• **@hugh** shared his perspective on anonymous mode, prompting discussion in [Silenced user can circumvent it entering anonymous mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/320052/16?silent=true).
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What a whirlwind of thoughtful troubleshooting, innovative feature requests, and design tweaks yesterday – the meta team and community sure know how to keep the conversation lively and on point!
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [1 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/433 "2025-04-01T13:02:12Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
• In the past 24 hours, there have been **122 new posts** spanning **19 new topics**.
• Top users driving these discussions include:
– @Arkshine (7 posts, 10 likes)
– @pfaffman (9 posts, 9 likes)
– @david (2 posts, 9 likes)
– @merefield (6 posts, 5 likes)
– @pmusaraj (2 posts, 5 likes)
– @sam (6 posts, 5 likes)
– @Jagster (12 posts, 4 likes)
– @awesomerobot (1 post, 3 likes)
– @kris.kotlarek (1 post, 3 likes)
– @jesus2099 (3 posts, 3 likes)
_Sourcing: [Forum Stats](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true)_
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**Interesting Topics**
• **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025**
@david and others debated browser support, with users highlighting that modern Chrome versions now support relative color syntax. See the discussion in detail [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/46?silent=true).
• **#UX – Suggestion for fixing the inaccurate link counter value**
Users like @lindsey and @Richie shared quick fixes for enhancing the link counter’s accuracy. Follow the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359527/3?silent=true).
• **#Dev – Trouble with renderInOutlet**
A troubleshooting thread where @pfaffman and @merefield unpicked issues around conditional rendering on the homepage. Read the technical insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359690/1?silent=true).
• **#Self-Hosting – Create a swapfile for your Linux server**
Discussions centered on swap space for Docker rebuilds and web upgrader challenges, with @sam and @david weighing in. Check it out [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/13880/84?silent=true).
• **#Support – Why we cant use free google translate in Discourse?**
@zedisk raised concerns over translation and SPA restrictions, with @pmusaraj clarifying browser limitations. More details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359667/3?silent=true).
• **#Dev – Change to how lists of tags are separated**
Users tackled duplicate commas in tag lists and discussed CSS overrides—@jesus2099 and @Arkshine provided their diagnosis. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356258/2?silent=true).
• **#Support – Moderators getting strange (and inaccurate) “Your account has been deleted” emails?**
A thread where moderators reported spurious deletion notices, leading to a fix in the Akismet plugin by @kris.kotlarek. Details available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359714/5?silent=true).
• **#Support – Cannot rebuild app**
A troubleshooting discussion revealing that an exit code 137 might indicate memory issues, with practical suggestions to increase swap—contributed by @pfaffman. See the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359582/3?silent=true).
• **#UX – Why “KB” in “Max image size KB” when unit is selectable?**
This topic questioned legacy UI messages versus modern settings choices, with perspectives from @one1 and @Arkshine. Read more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359682/4?silent=true).
• **#Dev – How to Add a View Counter in a Custom Discourse Theme?**
Theme developers shared tips on fetching view counts using component arguments, with input from @Kajan and @NateDhaliwal. See the advice [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359658/4?silent=true).
• **#Bug – Composer falls off the edge of the screen on Meta**
A bug report tracked issues with the new composer drawer alignment, fueling discussion among @noahl, @putty, and others. Follow the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359688/1?silent=true).
• **#Support – Google Not Indexing Discourse Forum – Sitemap Not Approved**
Community members unraveled sitemap and crawler issues affecting Google indexing, with input from @Michael82 and @Jagster. More info [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359589/4?silent=true).
• **#UX – Duplicated icon in composer’s category dropdown**
A quick fix by @Arkshine led to an update that removed extra icons, ensuring a cleaner dropdown. Check out the fix [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359474/9?silent=true).
• **#Support – How to have multiple copies of Default theme?**
Users explored the mechanics behind managing multiple instances of the default theme, triggering a detailed Q&A with @rahim123 and @merefield. Read the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359789/1?silent=true).
• **#Announcements – Test our new composer on Meta!**
A PSA by @sam detailed a switch to a monospace font for markdown clarity in the new composer—sparking varied opinions among users. Get the latest update [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/85?silent=true).
* * *
**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
• **@david** contributed vital insights on browser support in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/46?silent=true) and weighed in on server swap challenges in [Create a swapfile for your Linux server](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/13880/84?silent=true).
• **@sam** shared perspectives on modern interface needs in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/51?silent=true) and kept the community updated with his insights in [Test our new composer on Meta!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/85?silent=true).
• **@lindsey** fine-tuned UX improvements during the [Suggestion for fixing the inaccurate link counter value](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359527/3?silent=true) discussion to help enhance post accuracy.
• **@pmusaraj** clarified how SPA architectures affect translation features in [Why we cant use free google translate in Discourse?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359667/3?silent=true), guiding community expectations.
• **@kris.kotlarek** helped resolve moderators’ email issues in [Moderators getting strange (and inaccurate) “Your account has been deleted” emails?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359714/5?silent=true), ensuring smoother moderator workflows.
• **@awesomerobot** provided feedback on ambiguous UI terms in [Why “KB” in “Max image size KB” when unit is selectable?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359682/4?silent=true), contributing valuable user insights.
• **@davidb** rapidly addressed UI inconsistencies in [Duplicated icon in composer’s category dropdown](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359474/9?silent=true), smoothing out visual glitches.
• **@Lilly** assisted theme developers by clarifying display options in [How to Add a View Counter in a Custom Discourse Theme?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359658/4?silent=true), proving invaluable for customizations.
• **@chapoi** chime in with troubleshooting tips on composer layout in [Composer falls off the edge of the screen on Meta](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359688/10?silent=true), ensuring interface stability.
• **@tobiaseigen** added his perspective to user group inbox improvements in [Ability to attach email addresses to default user group inboxes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/348650/5?silent=true), rounding off a robust team effort.
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What a whirlwind of discussions yesterday—it seems the meta community never stops buzzing with creativity and collaboration!
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [2 april 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/434 "2025-04-02T13:01:44Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts:** 111
- **Total New Topics:** 16
**Top Users:**
- **@tobiaseigen:** 9 posts, 19 likes
- **@nolo:** 5 posts, 13 likes
- **@Arkshine:** 6 posts, 13 likes
- **@pfaffman:** 6 posts, 11 likes
- **@dubwoc:** 5 posts, 10 likes
- **@nathank:** 7 posts, 9 likes
- **@sam:** 4 posts, 9 likes
- **@keegan:** 2 posts, 7 likes
- **@merefield:** 6 posts, 6 likes
- **@thoka:** 4 posts, 6 likes
_Sourcing stats from recent [forum discussions](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true)._
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## Interesting Topics
- **#Feature – Unable to restrict invite link to one person:**
@nolo initiated a discussion on limiting invitation redemptions for new members, while @tobiaseigen and others chimed in on how to allow a limit of “1” via a modal setting. Discover the exchange [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359872/7?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor:**
@tobiaseigen, @Arkshine, and @sam debated the usability and aesthetics of the new monospace adjustments in the Markdown editor, suggesting potential tweaks to font size and alignment. Check out the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/8?silent=true).
- **#Bug – Search broken for logged in users on meta?:**
Users reported JavaScript console errors during searches, with team members like @keegan stepping in with a fix that is now live. Read the troubleshooting details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359907/11?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Test our new composer on Meta!:**
In a lively thread, users experimented with the new composer interface, uncovering quirks (like oneboxing links and hidden details) and discussing workarounds. Dive into the topic [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/97?silent=true).
- **#UX – Creating events doesn’t respect user’s 12 hour time locale:**
@tobiaseigen and @SkyeDragon examined how the “Add event” popup forces 24‑hour input even when the display follows a 12‑hour clock, fueling a debate on better UX consistency. See more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359845/3?silent=true).
- **#Theme – Material Design Theme:**
@Stephane_Roy and @Arkshine discussed errors encountered after updating the Material Design Theme component, with suggestions to pin the theme version. View the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/47142/415?silent=true).
- **#Dev – Upcoming post menu changes - How to prepare themes and plugins:**
@david explained the removal of legacy post menu code and urged theme/plugin maintainers to update their components, stirring a technical discussion among developers. Get the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/341014/19?silent=true).
- **#Feature – Is there a COURSE open source platform?:**
@wendellverli kicked off a query about running online courses via plugins, with @cocococosti offering insights and useful resources in the discussion. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359910/1?silent=true).
- **#Hosting – Recommended Hosting Providers for Self Hosters:**
In an update to the list of top VPS providers, @merefield and @qingfeng1024 shared experiences and benchmarks, highlighting options like Scaleway and Oracle Cloud. Read the recommendations [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/79562/114?silent=true).
- **#Plugin – Locations Plugin 🌍:**
Users praised the Locations Plugin for implementing a hospitality network while noting minor UI improvements around category pin colors. Check out the feedback [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1164?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025:**
A thread discussing the future support for older devices sparked questions about accessibility, with clarifications provided by @Falco and others. See the announcement [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/52?silent=true).
- **#Feature – AI avatar generator:**
@tpetrov suggested integrating an AI-driven avatar generator to replace the conventional letter avatars, hinting at a fun update for the Discourse AI Plugin. Discover the idea [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360002/1?silent=true).
- **#UX – Streamlined date/event insertion UI:**
Frustrations around the dual “insert date/time” vs. “insert event” buttons were discussed by @SkyeDragon and @sam, who proposed a merged dropdown solution to clear up confusion. Explore the proposal [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359938/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – How to configure individual user invites, preferably with the email address input field as default?:**
@thoka raised a question (with reference to a previous thread) about customizing the invite modal to better suit member networks, prompting constructive feedback. Read the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359669/3?silent=true).
- **#Bug – Incorrect diff shown (quoted characters) in edit review:**
@supermathie flagged an issue where quoted characters were rendered incorrectly in the edit review diff, spotlighting a subtle bug for the developers. Inspect the problem [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359909/1?silent=true).
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@tobiaseigen:** Actively engaged in the discussion on invitation settings in [Unable to restrict invite link to one person](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359872/7?silent=true) and also contributed to insights in the new composer discussion in [Test our new composer on Meta!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/97?silent=true) – a double dose of team expertise [also seen here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359872/16?silent=true).
- **@sam:** Contributed valuable comments on improving the monospace font experience in [Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/11?silent=true) and helped clarify UI adjustments in [Streamlined date/event insertion UI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359938/1?silent=true).
- **@keegan:** Addressed the search issue by sharing diagnostic logs and a fix in [Search broken for logged in users on meta?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359907/11?silent=true).
- **@kris.kotlarek:** Provided confirmation and technical feedback in the invitation link thread, adding insight in [Unable to restrict invite link to one person](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359872/16?silent=true).
- **@david:** Offered a detailed explanation on preparing themes and plugins for upcoming changes in [Upcoming post menu changes - How to prepare themes and plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/341014/19?silent=true).
- **@renato:** Jumped in on the new composer thread by clarifying nuances around hidden details in [Test our new composer on Meta!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/99?silent=true).
- **@Falco:** Chimed in to quickly propose a fix for the search issue and to share clarifications on browser support in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/53?silent=true).
- **@cocococosti:** Shared ideas and resource links regarding educational platform options in [Is there a COURSE open source platform?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359910/2?silent=true).
- **@supermathie:** Identified and reported the diff display problem in [Incorrect diff shown (quoted characters) in edit review](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359909/1?silent=true), helping pinpoint a subtle rendering bug.
_Sourcing team contributions from detailed [forum interactions](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true)._
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What a wild ride! Yesterday’s vibrant discussions kept ideas hopping like caffeinated kittens, and we’re all charged up for another day of creative chatter!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [3 april 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/435 "2025-04-03T13:01:51Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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## **Key Stats**
- **Total New Posts:** 116
- **Total New Topics:** 16
**Top Users:**
- @lindsey: 2 posts, 20 likes
- @sam: 17 posts, 7 likes
- @Arkshine: 6 posts, 6 likes
- @nolo: 2 posts, 6 likes
- @awesomerobot: 2 posts, 5 likes
- @seanblue: 3 posts, 5 likes
- @pfaffman: 6 posts, 4 likes
- @merefield: 2 posts, 3 likes
- @jorge-gbs: 3 posts, 3 likes
- @HAWK: 1 post, 2 likes
_(Sourcing: [forum stats](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true))_
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## **Interesting Topics**
- **#Announcements – Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor:**
In the [Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/18?silent=true) discussion, community members like @Arkshine, @nolo, and @sam debated the merits and drawbacks of switching the composer to a monospace font—highlighting concerns over user experience and technical preferences. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/18?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Bringing popular features to Discourse: Header search, welcome banner, and category icons / emoji:**
@lindsey introduced new core features in the [Bringing popular features to Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/1?silent=true) topic, detailing the enhanced header search and customization options that are set to streamline community design. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/1?silent=true)
- **#UX – What is the point of the ‘Minimal Event’ setting in the Add event modal? And why is it separate?:**
A lively conversation unfolded in the [Minimal Event setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359956/2?silent=true) thread, where users and team members discussed whether the extra “Interested” button justified a dedicated feature for non-attendee events. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359956/2?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Test our new composer on Meta!:**
The [Test our new composer on Meta!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/102?silent=true) topic sparked spirited debate as users examined the pros and cons of toggling between Markdown and rich text editors, with feedback from @nolo, @lindsey, and others. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/102?silent=true)
- **#Support – How to Include the Group ‘Request’ Button In a Topic Post?:**
In [How to Include the Group ‘Request’ Button In a Topic Post?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360186/1?silent=true), @gassim and @ondrej explored methods to embed a direct join or request button within a topic, aiming to simplify user onboarding to groups. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360186/1?silent=true)
- **#Bug – Signup Instructions aren’t showing for Text custom User Fields:**
The [Signup Instructions bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359935/3?silent=true) was acknowledged by @lindsey, who confirmed that missing signup texts for custom user fields are a known issue now queued for a fix. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359935/3?silent=true)
- **#Site Management – Discourse AI - AI bot:**
Innovative ideas on AI integration surfaced in the [Discourse AI - AI bot](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/266012/152?silent=true) topic, where @jorge-gbs, @Saif, and @sam discussed troubleshooting hallucinated URLs and model behaviors in AI-assisted research. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/266012/152?silent=true)
- **#Theme component – Custom Header Links:**
In the [Custom Header Links](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/90588/197?silent=true) discussion, users like Helga\_Razinkova and @Arkshine collaborated on troubleshooting CSS overlaps that rendered header links unclickable for non-logged in members. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/90588/197?silent=true)
- **#Community – Experiments with AI based moderation on Discourse Meta:**
The [Experiments with AI based moderation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357865/11?silent=true) topic featured updates from @sam on refining mixed-media content ordering so that AI moderation tools process both images and text efficiently. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357865/11?silent=true)
- **#Support – What effect will a user-created username like “Anonymous100” have on future anonymous names?:**
In the [Anonymous username](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359989/3?silent=true) topic, @HAWK clarified that when a username like “Anonymous100” is created, the system will skip that number and allocate the next available increment for anonymous posts. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359989/3?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Locations Plugin 🌍:**
The [Locations Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1169?silent=true) thread saw @Roi and @merefield discuss recent updates that prevent data leakage by hiding the user map from anonymous visitors under specific conditions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/69742/1169?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Moderation tool for formatting code with AI:**
@sam introduced a layered approach in the [Moderation tool for formatting code with AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/347980/11?silent=true) discussion, proposing a process to safely auto-correct code formatting by using a two-step LLM system. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/347980/11?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Discourse Chatbot 🤖:**
The [Discourse Chatbot](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1076?silent=true) topic unveiled experimental features like inline PDF enquiry, opening new avenues for AI-powered document summarization within chats. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1076?silent=true)
- **#Integrations – Google Search for Discourse AI - Programmable Search Engine and Custom Search API:**
In the [Google Search for Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/307107/12?silent=true) discussion, @sam detailed how a custom JavaScript tool can leverage the Gemini-2.0 Flash endpoint to refine search experiences. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/307107/12?silent=true)
- **#wordpress – Start the Discussion link at the bottom of blog posts not working:**
A troubleshooting deep-dive in the [Start the Discussion link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360015/1?silent=true) topic revealed challenges with AJAX-loaded links after WordPress theme updates, as discussed by @Pieces and @angus. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360015/1?silent=true)
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## **Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @lindsey initiated the conversation on new site enhancements in the [Bringing popular features to Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/1?silent=true) topic, sharing detailed insights on header search and design tweaks.
- @sam joined the debate in the [Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/22?silent=true) discussion, offering valuable perspectives on maintaining a balanced composer experience.
- @awesomerobot and @renato sparked technical discussion on event settings in the [Minimal Event setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359956/2?silent=true) thread, exploring its practical implications for different user groups.
- @lindsey reinforced options for post creation in the [Test our new composer on Meta!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/82?silent=true) topic, weighing in on the benefits of allowing user preference for Markdown or rich text.
- @lindsey addressed the [Signup Instructions bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359935/3?silent=true), confirming that the missing custom user field instructions are recognized and slated for repair.
- @sam contributed to the [Discourse AI - AI bot](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/266012/152?silent=true) discussion, analyzing URL formatting challenges and model configurations alongside input from @Saif.
- @sam clarified deployment issues in the [Google Search for Discourse AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/307107/12?silent=true) thread by sharing recommendations on switching endpoints for smoother image support.
- @HAWK lent clarity to the [Anonymous username](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359989/3?silent=true) topic by explaining that manually created usernames are bypassed in the anonymous numbering sequence.
- @sam proposed advanced automation features in the [Moderation tool for formatting code with AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/347980/11?silent=true) conversation to ensure edits are applied safely without risk of format corruption.
- @pmusaraj chimed in on the [Issue with Invite Link: “Add to Group” Not Working](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360063/2?silent=true) discussion, highlighting subtle discrepancies when combining group invites with topic arrivals.
- @sam also expanded on automated moderation improvements in the [Experiments with AI based moderation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357865/11?silent=true) topic, ensuring that the evolving framework meets community needs.
_(Sourcing: [team activity](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true))_
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Have no doubt that yesterday’s spirited discussions—spanning everything from font choices to cutting-edge AI integrations—left us all buzzing with ideas for today’s adventures!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [4 april 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/436 "2025-04-04T13:01:46Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
**Total New Posts:** 133
**Total New Topics:** 20
**Top Users:**
- @Arkshine – 12 posts, 21 likes
- @martin – 2 posts, 15 likes
- @unknown_error – 4 posts, 10 likes
- @pfaffman – 5 posts, 9 likes
- @Falco – 7 posts, 8 likes
- @david – 7 posts, 7 likes
- @RGJ – 3 posts, 7 likes
- @Heliosurge – 3 posts, 5 likes
- @mpalmer – 1 post, 5 likes
- @Angela_MRS – 5 posts, 5 likes
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## Interesting Topics
- **#Announcements – Introducing: Comprehensive admin search**
In the #Announcements category, @martin introduced a comprehensive admin search feature that streamlines the admin interface for faster navigation and enhanced usability. Curious how this new tool might impact your workflow? Check out the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360157/1?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025**
Users discussed the implications of phasing out older browsers, especially on legacy systems. Detailed feedback from members like @Falco and @david highlights both benefits and growing pains. Dive into the debate [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/56?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Bringing popular features to Discourse: Header search, welcome banner, and category icons / emoji**
A new wave of customization is coming to Discourse! Community members exchanged ideas on enhancing the header search, welcome banners, and even adding flair with category icons and emojis. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/2?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Test our new composer on Meta!**
The latest composer upgrade sparked lively feedback on markdown line breaks and UI quirks. @lindsey and @pfaffman weighed in with insights that promise to shape future improvements. Read the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/107?silent=true).
- **#Administrators – Publishing posts to Mastodon**
Integrating with Mastodon has its twists and turns. Discussions centered on how note tags and excerpt limits affect content federation, leaving many admins intrigued. Explore the topic [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/314609/4?silent=true).
- **#Support – Hundreds of megabytes of apparently duplicate locale .js files**
Server administrators noticed an accumulation of redundant locale JavaScript files consuming precious disk space. @Falco and @david provided actionable advice to tackle this issue. Discover more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360254/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Ways to add knowledge to my persona**
Newbie @Angela_MRS asked how to empower her forum’s AI persona to access public topics and learn on the go. With useful pointers from @Falco, this thread is a must-read for anyone venturing into AI integration. Explore the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360287/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Bulk Suppressing Topics from /latest Not Working as Expected**
A challenge with bulk suppressing topics from the /latest page led to a prompt fix from the plugin author @RGJ, who clarified the correct custom field usage. See the solution [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360279/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Math formula in post not display after save**
When mathematical formulas mysteriously refused to render after saving, users like @dryitdry and @Arkshine traded theories and test cases. Details of their investigation are available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360312/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Forcing users to reverify email**
Admin @benjamincfarmer sparked a discussion on enforcing email re-verification every 90 days to ensure account authenticity—a strategy intended to weed out inactive members. Check out the topic [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360247/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Subscribe to Starter plan from free trial**
With free trials coming to an end, admins are sharing tips on how to navigate subscription upgrades and maintain service continuity with the Starter plan. Review the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360370/1?silent=true).
- **#Support – Category banner visible**
Some users encountered inconsistent displays of category banners across various nested categories. Community suggestions and troubleshooting tips flowed in to resolve these quirks. More insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360360/1?silent=true).
- **#Hosting – High rebuild memory requirements: April 2025 edition**
A detailed investigation into Docker rebuild memory needs revealed that many setups now require increased RAM or swap. This thread offers practical solutions and workarounds shared by fellow admins. Dive deeper [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360419/6?silent=true).
- **#Marketplace – Looking for a Discourse expert (Ideally Australian Based)**
A call went out for a Discourse expert to help integrate community solutions with external systems. The thread is buzzing with interest from potential consultants ready to collaborate. Get involved [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360318/1?silent=true).
- **#Bug – Dashboard New Posts statistics broken**
Technical hiccups with the dashboard’s post statistics—manifesting as odd SQL clauses—led to collaborative troubleshooting by @martin, @JammyDodger, and others. Review the fixes [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/27?silent=true).
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@martin** kicked things off by introducing the new comprehensive admin search feature, setting the pace for the day’s discussions. View his post [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360157/1?silent=true).
- **@Falco** chimed in on the challenges of browser deprecation in the “Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers” thread, adding valuable user insights. See his contribution [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/57?silent=true).
- **@david** provided crucial context on browser updates and polyfill limitations in the same discussion, clarifying technical nuances. Read his input [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/60?silent=true).
- **@lindsey** engaged in the new composer discussion by offering detailed UI feedback that could steer future improvements. Check out her observations [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/107?silent=true).
- **@Bas** clarified aspects of browser support standards while discussing deprecation strategies, lending his expertise during a heated debate. Discover his take [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/58?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj** highlighted quirks with ActivityPub topic publication, sparking further discussion on reliable content synchronization. See his report [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360228/2?silent=true).
- **@sam** shared updates on enabling AI-powered automation summaries, a feature that promises streamlined internal communications. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357806/4?silent=true).
- **@featheredtoast** contributed insights on performance aspects within the Animated Avatar discussion, reinforcing the need for optimization. View his post [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/220445/62?silent=true).
- **@david** also clarified API response details in the “API is not returning post Name value” thread, ensuring developers understand the data model better. Read his clarification [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360327/1?silent=true).
- **@david** further suggested improvements for dynamically moving UI elements within the sidebar in “Moving element in JS in an initializer?”, showcasing his hands-on approach. Check out his suggestion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360330/1?silent=true).
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What a lively day of hearty debates and technical troubleshooting – yesterday left everyone buzzing like bees in a blossoming garden!
---
### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [5 april 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/437 "2025-04-05T13:01:46Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
- **Total new posts:** 58
- **Total new topics:** 10
**Top Users:**
- @supermathie – 2 posts, 8 likes
- @lindsey – 2 posts, 5 likes
- @merefield – 2 posts, 4 likes
- @Heliosurge – 4 posts, 3 likes
- @Arkshine – 3 posts, 3 likes
- @markschmucker – 1 post, 3 likes
- @twofoursixeight – 2 posts, 3 likes
- @pfaffman – 2 posts, 3 likes
- @david – 1 post, 3 likes
- @mcwumbly – 2 posts, 2 likes
> In addition to these key statistics, notable discussions also emerged around SSL errors, ActivityPub integrations, personal experiences with Discourse, and even a deep dive into plugin management. For example, check out [Discourse AI causing new SSL and Connection Reset errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/353600/11?silent=true), [ActivityPub Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/266794/434?silent=true), [Discourse and my personal experience using it](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358373/6?silent=true), and [Discourse Docker Manager](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/12655/30?silent=true) for more insights.
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**Interesting Topics**
Below is a curated list of 15 topics from the past 24 hours – grouped by their forum category. Each bullet point is separated by an empty line to enhance readability.
_#Announcements_
- **Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025:**
@unknown_error, @Heliosurge, and @supermathie debated the implications of discontinuing support for older OS/browser versions. Read more at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/70](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/70?silent=true).
- **Test our new composer on Meta!:**
Discussions ensued about the risks and hidden features of the experimental composer – with multiple users sharing their experiences. More details at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/109](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/109?silent=true).
- **Bringing popular features to Discourse: Header search, welcome banner, and category icons / emoji:**
@mcwumbly showcased a new proposal that might ease admin customizations. Learn more at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/10](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/10?silent=true).
_#Bug_
- **Bugs in creating or editing categories:**
@lindsey and @hellekin reported issues with color selection and category name retention that have set our team on a fix-it mission. See the discussion at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360464/4](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360464/4?silent=true).
- **“the cake chases you” discourse bug:**
A quirky bug involving persistent cake icons on profiles sparked humor and technical debate among members. Details are available at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360512/2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360512/2?silent=true).
- **Dashboard New Posts statistics broken:**
After some collective sleuthing, @Roi shared that the dashboard stats issue has finally been resolved. Check it out at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/32](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/32?silent=true).
_#Dev_
- **Autocomplete still using Raw Templates:**
@david explained plans to phase out the JQuery-based autocomplete in favor of vanilla JS, providing links to several core PRs. More at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/348904/5](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/348904/5?silent=true).
_#Support_
- **[Discourse connect](https://meta.discourse.org/t/13045?silent=true):**
A new subscriber, @Peter_Marvelous, sought help about finding SSO settings while @Arkshine clarified the plan availability. Learn more at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360458/3](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360458/3?silent=true).
- **Mailing list is mailing #Staff posts to everyone:**
@markschmucker raised concerns over staff posts being broadcast by mailing lists, with @sam joining the conversation. Read further at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360502/3](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360502/3?silent=true).
- **Load speed of (web mobile && mobile client, like wechat and dingtalk) is much slower than web pc:**
A technical thread led by @tom_Elon (with insights from @Jagster) assessed discrepancies in page load times across platforms. Details at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360425/3](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360425/3?silent=true).
_#contribute:translations_
- **🇩🇪 Fehler in der Deutschen Übersetzung? Hier melden!:**
@tobiaseigen shared heartfelt farewells and gratitude for long-standing contributions in the German translation community. Read it at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/47320/104](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/47320/104?silent=true).
_#Feature_
- **Allow users with access to a restricted category to see who else has access:**
@mcwumbly detailed additional requests and thoughts for transparency in restricted category access. More info at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/20938/4](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/20938/4?silent=true).
_#Community_
- **Programming probabilistic decision models:**
A fresh topic by @CWWhitney invited collaboration on simulation methods to aid decision makers in development contexts. Explore this discussion at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360529/2](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360529/2?silent=true).
_#Plugin_
- **Discourse Retort:**
@wolftune expressed appreciation for a plugin that allows more meaningful reactions in the community, hinting at a smooth transition to built-in features. Get the full story at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/35903/498](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/35903/498?silent=true).
_#wordpress_
- **Start the Discussion link at bottom of blog post not working:**
A recent thread led by @angus delved into an unexpected break in ajax-loading of comments after a theme update. Further details at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360015/12](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360015/12?silent=true).
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
Our core team members have been hard at work – here’s a summary of their contributions from the last 24 hours:
- **@supermathie** joined the conversation in _Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025_, emphasizing the real cost of dropping support. See his input at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/70](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/70?silent=true).
- **@lindsey** contributed to _Bugs in creating or editing categories_, addressing the quirks in category creation and color selection. Read her update at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360464/4](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360464/4?silent=true).
- **@david** outlined plans to upgrade the autocomplete feature in _Autocomplete still using Raw Templates_, helping unblock related removals in the code. Details at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/348904/5](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/348904/5?silent=true).
- **@sam** stepped in on the issue of emails from staff posts in _Mailing list is mailing #Staff posts to everyone_, clarifying the configuration. His comment is available at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360502/3](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360502/3?silent=true).
- **@mcwumbly** championed the new ideas in _Bringing popular features to Discourse_, sparking discussions about header search and category icons. Check out his proposal at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/10](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/10?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen** expressed gratitude and shared updates in _🇩🇪 Fehler in der Deutschen Übersetzung? Hier melden!_, wishing farewell to a valued contributor. See his post at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/47320/104](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/47320/104?silent=true).
- **@mcwumbly** also revisited _Allow users with access to a restricted category to see who else has access_, reinforcing transparency in permission settings. Read his insights at [https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/20938/4](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/20938/4?silent=true).
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_What a fun-filled day of lively debates, clever fixes, and creative ideas – yesterday the forum buzzed with energy, leaving us all excited for what’s coming next!_
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [6 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/438 "2025-04-06T13:02:15Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
Below is a detailed daily summary covering activities from the last 24 hours on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org).
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## Key Stats
- **New posts:** 63
(For instance, vibrant discussions are happening as seen in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/71?silent=true) and [High rebuild memory requirements: April 2025 edition](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360419/11?silent=true).)
- **New topics:** 11
(Topics such as [Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/28?silent=true) and [Guidance on Group “Interaction” settings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360578/1?silent=true) sparked lively debate.)
**Top Users:**
- @schneeland – 2 posts, 6 likes
- @Falco – 4 posts, 4 likes
- @jesus2099 – 2 posts, 4 likes
- @haydenjames – 3 posts, 3 likes
- @Ed_S – 3 posts, 3 likes ([see his input here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/77?silent=true))
- @NateDhaliwal – 2 posts, 2 likes
- @sam – 1 post, 2 likes ([his contribution is visible in](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/28?silent=true))
- @merefield – 4 posts, 2 likes ([also active on the Chatbot thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1085?silent=true))
- @gooseegg – 1 post, 2 likes
- @unknown_error – 1 post, 2 likes
Additional insights came from @jryans’s thoughtful query in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/72?silent=true) and @Ed_S’s nuanced cultural reflection in the same discussion ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/77?silent=true)).
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## Interesting Topics
Below is a curated list of 15 engaging topics from the past 24 hours, grouped by forum category. Each bullet point includes an inline link for quick access.
### **#Announcements**
- • **Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025**
@jesus2099, @jryans, @unknown_error, and others dissected the future support landscape; see details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/71?silent=true).
- • **Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor**
@sam shared recommendations for toggling preview modes, which you can explore [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/28?silent=true).
- • **Bringing popular features to Discourse: Header search, welcome banner, and category icons / emoji**
A lively discussion on usability and design surfaced in this thread – check it out [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/11?silent=true).
### **#Hosting**
- • **High rebuild memory requirements: April 2025 edition**
@schneeland provided testing insights on memory usage during rebuilds; find the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360419/11?silent=true).
### **#Plugin**
- • **Discourse Chatbot 🤖**
Community members like @Olle11 and @merefield exchanged tips on budget setups and integration strategies – read the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1077?silent=true).
- • **Discourse Advertising Plugin (Ads)**
Questions about API management for house ads were raised by @ppcole; get the full picture [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/33734/379?silent=true).
### **#Support**
- • **Question about Group Message Inboxes (e.g. trust\_level\_2)**
@haydenjames and @mcwumbly discussed messaging behavior for groups; dive into the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360575/1?silent=true).
- • **Guidance on Group “Interaction” settings**
Settings queries and detailed explanations by @haydenjames and @NateDhaliwal helped clarify group messaging – see more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360578/1?silent=true).
- • **How to Create Custom Collapsible Sidebar Sections with Subcategories**
@Mirian_Abuladze asked for a method to reorganize sidebar sections, and community ideas flowed; check it out [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360591/1?silent=true).
### **#Dev**
- • **App Install Banner Doesn’t Display**
@bitmage and @Falco exchanged troubleshooting tips regarding PWA prompts; details available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360543/1?silent=true).
- • **Best way to upload Images to a plugin/theme?**
A technical deep dive by @bitmage addressed deterministic image linking in themes and plugins – get insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360581/1?silent=true).
### **#General**
- • **Category actor vs. shown forum user**
@Jagster raised valid points on ActivityPub and user following behaviors – read the full discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360592/1?silent=true).
### **#Bug**
- • **Disabling actor not possible?**
A bug report explaining the contradictory UI in actor deletion had community input; learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360584/1?silent=true).
- • **the cake chases you discourse bug**
Users reported issues with video loading in the “cake chases you” bug; check out the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360512/3?silent=true).
### **#Data & reporting**
- • **Tracking Link Click Counters**
@Hacxx’s inquiry into tracking mechanisms led to a discussion on log access and analytics – more info [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360474/2?silent=true).
_(In addition, further insights appear in posts such as @jryans’s clarifications ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/72?silent=true)) and @Ed_S’s commentary ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/77?silent=true)). Also, a follow-up on [Can we use .gjs for route templates?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357046/14?silent=true) adds to the broader context.)_
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
The Discourse team was active today. Here’s a summary of their contributions:
- **@Falco** contributed valuable insights in multiple discussions – he clarified points in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/80?silent=true) and helped troubleshoot issues in [App Install Banner Doesn’t Display](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360543/3?silent=true).
- **@sam** added his perspective on editor usability during the [Monospace font in the Markdown-only editor](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359936/28?silent=true) thread, reinforcing user feedback with practical tips.
- **@mcwumbly** engaged on support topics by clarifying group inbox concerns in [Question about Group Message Inboxes (e.g. trust\_level\_2)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360575/3?silent=true), ensuring users have clear guidelines for group messaging.
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Yesterday’s burst of creative problem solving had us chasing ideas like a cat after a laser pointer—here’s to more purr-fect discussions today!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [7 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/439 "2025-04-07T13:02:04Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- **New Posts:** 69
- **New Topics:** 13
- **Top Users:**
- @Arkshine – 5 posts, 10 likes
- @JammyDodger – 2 posts, 10 likes
- @mcwumbly – 2 posts, 8 likes
- @ondrej – 2 posts, 4 likes
- @Danielle – 1 post, 4 likes
- @Ed_S – 4 posts, 4 likes
- @martin – 1 post, 3 likes
- @NateDhaliwal – 2 posts, 3 likes
- @tobiaseigen – 1 post, 2 likes
- @nathank – 1 post, 2 likes
Sourcing details from our discussions can be found in threads like [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/84?silent=true) and many more [read more](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true).
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## Interesting Topics
- **#Announcements**
_“Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025”_ – In this thread, @Tech2 and others debated the impact of discontinuing support for older browsers. Community members discussed user workarounds and weighed the cost of implementing fallbacks. See the discussion [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/84?silent=true) and check out further analysis [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/87?silent=true).
- **#Announcements**
_“Bringing popular features to Discourse: Header search, welcome banner, and category icons / emoji”_ – @Arkshine highlighted an issue with banner stacking and UI z-index values while introducing new features. More details can be found [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/12?silent=true).
- **#Announcements**
_“Webinar: Getting Buy-In for Your Community + Office Hours”_ – @Danielle invited users to join a webinar detailing strategies for community engagement and executive support. Find out more [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360736/1?silent=true).
- **#Site feedback:**
_“Bug reporter badge not granted”_ – Users raised concerns when the bug reporter badge was not awarded as expected. @ondrej’s example and ensuing discussion prompted further investigation. See the thread [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334497/8?silent=true).
- **#Theme component:**
_“Image Alignment and Grid”_ – @Roi reported deprecation warnings around icon naming (e.g., “arrows-alt-h” to “left-right”), sparking conversations among theme developers. More discussion is available [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/271560/27?silent=true).
- **#Support**
_“Does this platform not give users templates when creating posts?”_ – @jaeni questioned the absence of default templates during post creation, with @NateDhaliwal and @merefield providing useful workarounds. Discover the conversation [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360695/1?silent=true).
- **#Dev**
_“Best way to upload Images to a plugin/theme?”_ – In this thread, @pfaffman and @RGJ discussed whether uploads lead to deterministic URLs and clarified best practices for asset management. Catch the details [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360581/2?silent=true).
- **#Bug**
_“Dashboard New Posts statistics broken”_ – @martin thanked @JammyDodger for the help with an issue that was affecting dashboard statistics. Check out the problem-solving discussion [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/33?silent=true).
- **#Support**
_“How did my custom code move itself?”_ – @one1 raised concerns about disappearing custom CSS changes in themes, leading to a dialogue about theme component structures. More insight is available [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360651/1?silent=true).
- **#Support**
_“Easily Track/Watch Topics on Mobile?”_ – @SPJohn asked if mobile users could more easily toggle topic tracking. Replies clarified that the mobile tracking button was once available but later removed. Explore the topic [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360637/1?silent=true).
- **#Feature**
_“Flag users sending a large number of PMs”_ – @Mollyvog suggested a mechanism to automatically flag new users who send excessive private messages, balancing community safety with user friendliness. See more details [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360710/1?silent=true).
- **#Support**
_“Can I manually change a User’s Field Entry?”_ – @blazyrawr explored whether admins could directly adjust user custom field entries, with @HAWK explaining the process via the profile preferences. Read further [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360627/1?silent=true).
- **#Support**
_“The change in theme color does not correctly apply to users who are already logged in”_ – @qingfeng1024 discovered the impact of personal settings on theme changes, learning that user preferences can override new defaults. More on this [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360717/1?silent=true).
- **#Support**
_“Seeking dummy forum data for testing purposes”_ – In his quest to create a realistic test installation, @Ed_S requested a method to populate a forum with dummy data. @Arkshine provided practical instructions. Check it out [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360720/1?silent=true).
- **#Bug**
_“Internal Server Error when creating new topic”_ – @Roi reported intermittent server errors during topic creation that pointed to plugin compatibility issues, prompting suggestions to disable problematic plugins. More details [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360719/1?silent=true).
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@mcwumbly:** Engaged deeply in the discussion on browser deprecation by commenting in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/84?silent=true) and later adding further insights in a follow-up [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/87?silent=true).
- **@Danielle:** Demonstrated leadership by organizing and posting details for the [Webinar: Getting Buy-In for Your Community + Office Hours](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360736/1?silent=true), ensuring community members are well-informed.
- **@martin:** Contributed to resolving issues in [Dashboard New Posts statistics broken](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352599/33?silent=true), offering feedback that helped pinpoint the problem.
- **@sam:** Shared practical recommendations and tips in the browser support discussion, commenting in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/92?silent=true) and offering further insights in a follow-up [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/92?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen:** Confirmed existing badge issues in [Bug reporter badge not granted](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334497/11?silent=true), helping to highlight the problem for quicker resolution.
- **@HAWK:** Offered clear guidance on administrative adjustments in [Can I manually change a User’s Field Entry?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360627/3?silent=true), ensuring fellow admins can better manage user profiles.
- **@gerhard:** Celebrated longstanding contributions by acknowledging translation efforts in [:-de: Fehler in der Deutschen Übersetzung? Hier melden!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/47320/107?silent=true), emphasizing community value.
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What a lively day – yesterday’s energy had us surfing through updates and heated debates like riding a roller coaster through a digital theme park!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [8 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/440 "2025-04-08T13:02:05Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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## **Key Stats**
- **Total new posts:** 103
- **Total new topics:** 16
- **Top Users:**
- @chapoi: 1 post, 24 likes
- @Discourse: 1 post, 14 likes
- @merefield: 2 posts, 5 likes
- @lindsey: 4 posts, 5 likes
- @Lilly: 5 posts, 5 likes
- @ncaming215: 1 post, 5 likes
- @Richie: 1 post, 5 likes
- @dfabulich: 1 post, 4 likes
- @tobiaseigen: 2 posts, 4 likes
- @alehandrof: 3 posts, 4 likes
_Sourced from recent [forum activity](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/1?silent=true)._
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## **Interesting Topics**
- **#Announcements – Help us test Horizon, our newest theme:**
@chapoi launched an exciting discussion to test the experimental Horizon theme, inviting feedback on its sleek design and functionality. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/1?silent=true)
- **#Theme – Horizon Theme:**
@Discourse introduced the Horizon theme in detail, showcasing its minimalistic look and outlining the preview and installation guides for community members. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360486/1?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Wrong → arrow direction in RTL text contexts:**
@NeatNit raised concerns about how arrow characters render in right-to-left text, sparking valuable discussions on Unicode handling in the forum. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360760/1?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Configure hcaptcha on new accounts and/or first post:**
@Debbie proposed a feature request to extend hcaptcha protection beyond account creation, aiming to curb spurious postings. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360799/1?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Chat Search and Groupchat Ownership:**
@Turtle suggested quality-of-life improvements in chat by adding message search and enhanced groupchat owner controls. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360818/1?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Flag users sending a large number of PMs:**
@pmusaraj championed a feature to flag bursts of private messages, which could help admins intercept potential spam attacks. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360710/4?silent=true)
- **#Marketplace – Looking for a Discourse Expert (India based):**
@Bhanu_Agarwal reached out for professionals skilled in building Discourse communities, igniting a flurry of offers and discussions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360743/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Configuration of a Category Without Reply Function:**
@th-afm asked for guidance on creating a “Buy & Sell” category where users can post topics without allowing public replies, seeking workaround suggestions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360862/1?silent=true)
- **#General – Built a new frontend in Next.js using Discourse API. Feedback?:**
@ncaming215 shared his experiment of building a feed-style frontend using Discourse as the backend, inviting early feedback from the community. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360779/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Iframe not working in posts even with exception(s) in the back end:**
@W0RKSMARTER encountered issues with iframes throwing 403 errors, a problem later attributed to proxy configurations and resolved by adjusting IP settings. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360790/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Discourse AI Internal Server Error:**
@Gabriel_Devries reported timeout errors while using the Discourse AI plugin, leading to a discussion about DNS configuration and container settings. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360835/1?silent=true)
- **#Data & reporting – Managing Forum Moderators - Metrics & Reporting:**
@charlotte and @pfaffman detailed their approach to tracking moderator assignments and first-response SLAs, seeking further workflow ideas. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360806/1?silent=true)
- **#Dev – App Install Banner Doesn’t Display:**
@bitmage highlighted inconsistencies with PWA install prompts across browsers, referencing external resources and Stack Overflow insights. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360543/9?silent=true)
- **#Dev – Upcoming topic-list changes - how to prepare themes and plugins:**
@david and @sok777 discussed upcoming changes to topic listings, advising theme and plugin maintainers to prepare for impending code drops. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/343404/31?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Discourse Automation:**
@Paul_King and @sam investigated troubles with an automation routine for adding users to groups via custom fields, prompting a delete-and-recreate approach. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/195773/156?silent=true)
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## **Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- **@chapoi:**
Led the Horizon theme testing by initiating the “[Help us test Horizon, our newest theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/1?silent=true)” discussion, sparking extensive community engagement.
- **@lindsey:**
Contributed valuable insights to the Horizon discussion and addressed UI quirks, furthering the conversation in [Horizon theme threads](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/7?silent=true).
- **@Lilly:**
Reported design inconsistencies with the new theme and logged her observations in [Horizon feedback](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/19?silent=true), emphasizing user experience improvements.
- **@tobiaseigen:**
Offered actionable UX suggestions in the Horizon conversation, notably through detailed commentary in [this Horizon discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/10?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj:**
Propelled the PM flagging feature by sharing his views in the “[Flag users sending a large number of PMs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360710/4?silent=true)” thread to safeguard community interactions.
- **@sam:**
Dived into troubleshooting for AI features, offering fixes in both “[Discourse Automation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/195773/157?silent=true)” and “[Discourse AI Internal Server Error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360835/1?silent=true)”, ensuring smoother plugin performance.
- **@supermathie:**
Assisted with resolving iframe embedding issues by providing tips in the [iframe error discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360790/4?silent=true), helping to clarify configuration nuances.
- **@Falco:**
Weighed in on the RTL arrow behavior debate, prompting conversations on Unicode standards in [the RTL text contexts thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360760/3?silent=true).
- **@maiki:**
Offered feedback on the administrative user interface, suggesting potential text adjustments in the discussion on [accessing users’ admin pages](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/311859/11?silent=true).
- **@david:**
Shared forward-thinking insights on upcoming interface changes in the “[Upcoming topic-list changes](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/343404/31?silent=true)” thread, nudging theme maintainers for proactive testing.
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Yesterday’s lively discussions brought a tech fiesta of ideas—today, we’re riding the wave of innovation. Keep the convo rolling and the creativity soaring!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [9 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/441 "2025-04-09T13:02:16Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
- **New posts:** 70
- **New topics:** 8
**Top Users:**
- @Moin – 1 post, 7 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360922/7?silent=true))
- @tobiaseigen – 5 posts, 5 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/26?silent=true))
- @Ed_S – 2 posts, 5 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/311859/19?silent=true))
- @awesomerobot – 1 post, 4 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/29?silent=true))
- @jordan-vidrine – 2 posts, 4 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/22?silent=true))
- @mcwumbly – 1 post, 3 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/32?silent=true))
- @Andrew_Rowe – 2 posts, 3 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356185/9?silent=true))
- @NeatNit – 5 posts, 3 likes ([discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360760/7?silent=true))
- @jisbert – 1 post, 2 likes
- @supermathie – 1 post, 2 likes
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**Interesting Topics**
- **#Announcements – Help us test Horizon, our newest theme**
The community is buzzing about the new Horizon theme as users share insights on issues like scrolling and UI adjustments. @jordan-vidrine even pointed out the importance of adjusting user preferences after switching themes. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/22?silent=true)
- **#Support – What is theme name used in this site?**
In a clever investigation, @Moin revealed that the theme comes from a Reddit-ish design, spurring further discussion on source inspection of HTML for theme components. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360922/7?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Wrong → arrow direction in RTL text contexts**
@NeatNit sparked a lively debate on directional symbols in RTL contexts, clarifying that the greater-than sign behaves as expected even when the script is reversed. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360760/7?silent=true)
- **#Support – DigitalOcean blocking SMTP and forcing SendGrid usage**
Users questioned DigitalOcean’s decision to block port 587 by default, with the discussion highlighting documentation from DigitalOcean about SMTP restrictions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357535/8?silent=true)
- **#Site Management – Accessing a user’s admin page**
@Ed_S explained the nuances between the Active and New user lists, shedding light on recent admin page changes that affect user management. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/311859/19?silent=true)
- **#Support – Best Practices for Organizing Categories and Tags in Discourse?**
@Chase_Clay opened a conversation on structuring categories versus using tags effectively, with @Jagster and others weighing in on avoiding over-complication through excessive sub-categories. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360914/1?silent=true)
- **#Bug – Unable to paste list of domains in group auto-add**
A bug reported by @JammyDodger highlighted an issue where commas in domain lists need to be replaced with pipes for auto-add functionality to work correctly. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356985/3?silent=true)
- **#Bug – Lightbox generates invalid HTML structure (div inside p) causing display errors**
In this report, @sam flagged inconsistencies with the lightbox feature that lead to invalid HTML in some environments, prompting further investigation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360706/2?silent=true)
- **#Bug – I can’t save edit on site texts**
When a user encountered a non-responsive save button during text edits, @songs reported the issue and @HAWK later confirmed the reproducibility of the bug on desktop interfaces. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360990/1?silent=true)
- **#Theme component – Showcased Categories**
A discussion emerged around the scrolling behavior of sidebars in showcased categories, with @jordan-vidrine questioning if the observed functionality was as intended by design. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/173524/74?silent=true)
- **#Support – Problem with 500 error with subscriptions**
Troubleshooting efforts were shared by @blake and @pfaffman as they explored the causes behind a 500 error when accessing user subscriptions, referencing potential routing issues. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360808/4?silent=true)
- **#Dev – How to create a custom activity tab in user profile?**
@SubStrider is exploring plugin development to introduce custom UI elements in user profiles, seeking pointers to relevant documentation for integrating new tabs. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361047/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Discourse AI - Semantic Search & Summarization Not Working for our configuration**
An AI-related discussion unfolded as @sam raised concerns about the malfunctioning of semantic search and summarization, with community troubleshooting providing vital clues. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360834/3?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Enrich API Calls of AI Plugin?**
The conversation turned technical with @Wurzelseppi and @sam examining the possibility of introducing a middleware pipeline to allow for dynamic API token handling in AI plugin calls. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357898/4?silent=true)
- **#Support – Site inaccessible after upgrading from 3.4.0 to 3.4.1**
In response to upgrade challenges, @tobiaseigen offered advice on troubleshooting rebuild errors and suggested starting fresh with VPS restoration if needed. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356185/9?silent=true)
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- In the **#Announcements** thread on the new Horizon theme, team members were active: @tobiaseigen detailed scrolling and UI concerns [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/26?silent=true), @awesomerobot shared quick fixes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/29?silent=true), @jordan-vidrine provided design insights [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/22?silent=true), and @mcwumbly contributed observations on layout behavior [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/32?silent=true).
- In the **#Bug** report for the lightbox HTML issue, @sam stepped in with valuable insights regarding problematic environments [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360706/2?silent=true).
- Addressing the post-editing glitch in **#Bug – I can’t save edit on site texts** , @HAWK confirmed the issue on desktop setups [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360990/3?silent=true).
- On the AI front within **#Support – Discourse AI - Semantic Search & Summarization Not Working** , team voices were heard as @sam and @Falco provided troubleshooting tips—check out @Falco’s input here [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360834/4?silent=true) and @sam’s earlier post [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360834/3?silent=true).
- Further exploring AI enhancements, @sam shared ideas on enriching API calls in the plugin within the **#Feature** discussion [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357898/5?silent=true).
- Lastly, in resolving post-upgrade issues from **#Support – Site inaccessible after upgrading from 3.4.0 to 3.4.1** , @tobiaseigen provided clear guidance [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356185/9?silent=true), while @zogstrip contributed by reporting on fixes related to event name quoting [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360010/5?silent=true).
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What a day—yesterday’s vibrant mix of theme experiments and AI troubleshooting proves that our community thrives on lively debates and ingenious fixes. Keep the insights buzzing and the discussions rolling!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [10 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/442 "2025-04-10T13:02:09Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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## **Key Stats**
- **New Posts:** 96
- **New Topics:** 15
**Top Users:**
• @Falco – 5 posts, 14 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/3?silent=true))
• @sam – 3 posts, 7 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/9?silent=true))
• @awesomerobot – 3 posts, 7 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361023/2?silent=true))
• @supermathie – 3 posts, 5 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361009/7?silent=true))
• @nathank – 2 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/1?silent=true))
• @Stephen – 3 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361023/2?silent=true))
• @NateDhaliwal – 3 posts, 3 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361047/7?silent=true))
• @Arkshine – 3 posts, 3 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361047/3?silent=true))
• @bryce – 1 post, 3 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361099/1?silent=true))
• @tobiaseigen – 1 post, 2 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334497/17?silent=true))
_Sourcing for these stats is available in the forum discussions ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true))._
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## **Interesting Topics**
- **#Feature** @Falco discussed concerns over personal privacy with the AI plugin, noting that usernames are sent to external LLM providers and sharing workarounds for high-security environments. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/3?silent=true)
- **#Dev** @SubStrider and @Arkshine explored how to create a custom activity tab in user profiles, discussing plugin outlets and glimmer post stream modes for enhanced user metrics. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361047/3?silent=true)
- **#Announcements** @jesus2099 and @Falco debated the merits of dropping iOS 15 & older browsers in May 2025 to enable features like import maps and offscreen canvas for better performance. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/111?silent=true)
- **#Support** In the “Scripts in posts?” thread, @Olle11 and @supermathie exchanged ideas on embedding live widgets via iFrames and EmberJS to bring dynamic content into posts despite stringent CSP rules. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361009/5?silent=true)
- **#Support** @haydenjames, @supermathie, and @NateDhaliwal tackled filtering spam and troll accounts by discussing the limitations of email-only signup and suggesting anti-spam AI modules to block unwanted activity effectively. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361124/1?silent=true)
- **#UX** In “Moderation tools UX - too easy to make mistakes”, @awesomerobot and @Stephen questioned whether the duplicated flag buttons in threads confuse users, proposing a consolidation of timeline and in-post moderation controls to reduce misclicks. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361023/2?silent=true)
- **#Bug** @awesomerobot addressed an issue with the custom CSS “Save” button on smaller screens, merging updates that adapt to screen space and bypass layout conflicts. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358505/21?silent=true)
- **#Support** @Wurzelseppi initiated a discussion on using private categories as public “rooms,” asking how to let all visitors see category names without exposing private content, thus sparking ideas on category previews. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361099/1?silent=true)
- **#Site feedback:** @nathank raised concerns about the inconsistent use of solved, completed, or fixed tags across topics in support, bug, feature, and UX sections, urging for standardization to enhance searchability. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/1?silent=true)
- **#Support** @Tomas_Hnyk inquired about making users unmentionable post-suspension to preserve privacy in a fee-based community setting, which led to further discussion on managing member visibility. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361108/1?silent=true)
- **#Plugin** @haydenjames clarified that offering Apple Sign In via the Discourse Apple Authentication plugin requires a paid Apple Developer account, confirming the key integration steps. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/171485/57?silent=true)
- **#Theme component:** In the “Category Icons” discussion, @sam shared enhancements to the display of category icons and warned of potential conflicts with theme components, urging careful customization for visual harmony. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/104683/233?silent=true)
- **#Site feedback:** @tobiaseigen brought up issues with the bug reporter badge not being consistently granted, noting that backfilling has now smoothed out the process for affected users. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334497/17?silent=true)
- **#UX** @awesomerobot explained the benefits of always showing who a reply was directed to, which helps maintain clarity in long threads and minimizes redundant quotes during discussions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359352/18?silent=true)
- **#Announcements** @Paracelsus and @jordan-vidrine invited community feedback on the new Horizon theme, sharing early impressions on its design improvements for desktop and mobile experiences. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/35?silent=true)
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## **Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- **@Falco** contributed insightful remarks on privacy concerns in the [AI Plugin discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/3?silent=true), emphasizing the importance of selecting trusted LLM providers.
- **@sam** enhanced the conversation with thoughtful input on data privacy and standardized topic tagging, as seen in his responses in the [AI privacy thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/9?silent=true) and the [Solved topics discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/1?silent=true).
- **@awesomerobot** chimed in on UX improvements by questioning the moderation tool layout in [Moderation tools UX](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361023/2?silent=true) to reduce accidental flagging.
- **@supermathie** offered practical advice on both script integration and spam filtering in his posts within [Scripts in posts?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361009/7?silent=true) and [Filtering spam accounts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361124/3?silent=true).
- **@bryce** shared his insights on making private categories function as publicly visible rooms in the [Categories as private rooms](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361099/1?silent=true) discussion.
- **@jordan-vidrine** provided valuable feedback on theme refinements in the [Horizon theme testing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/35?silent=true) thread, helping steer design improvements.
- **@tobiaseigen** ensured badge functionality remained robust by addressing issues noted in the [Bug reporter badge discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/334497/17?silent=true).
- **@blake** aided in debugging a subscription error in the [Subscriptions 500 error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360808/7?silent=true) topic, offering clear command line insights.
- **@joffreyjaffeux** stepped in with a fix for automation glitches in the [Discourse Automation Plugin failing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361207/4?silent=true) thread, helping uncover hidden errors.
- **@david** clarified technical aspects for custom activity tabs in his detailed explanation within [Custom activity tab discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361047/7?silent=true), providing guidance on new post stream configurations.
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What a whirlwind of innovation and collaboration – yesterday’s inspiring exchange has truly set the stage for today’s adventures on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [11 april 2025 om 13:05 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/443 "2025-04-11T13:05:05Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- **New Posts:** 150
- **New Topics:** 20
- **Top Users:**
_(Sourced from recent activity [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/110?silent=true) and similar discussions.)_
## Interesting Topics
- **#Announcements – Test our new composer on Meta!**
@Ralf_Stockmann raised questions about shared edits and feature parity while @lindsey offered insights on next steps. Dive into the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/110?silent=true).
- **#Support – Scripts in posts?**
@supermathie explained why disabling built-in protections is a bad idea and recommended using theme components for custom scripts. Check out the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361009/10?silent=true).
- **#Plugin – National Flags**
Discussions sparked over the use of `decorateWidget` and whether the plugin should be tagged #broken, with input from @pfaffman, @merefield, and @david. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/55969/138?silent=true).
- **#UX – Single community with multiple sub-communities**
@RachFeverBee sought advice on managing uniquely branded sub-communities, with insightful suggestions on groups and category permissions from @ondrej and @Jagster. See the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361252/1?silent=true).
- **#General – About the trust level and how to check**
Members exchanged tips and shared resources (including links from @Bruce5051 and @twofoursixeight) to help newcomers reach trust level 2. Details are available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361285/4?silent=true).
- **#Support – Add ALT tag to images**
@lucy.sierracircuits reached out for help with ALT attributes while @Alteras demonstrated the proper markdown syntax for accessibility. More info [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361281/1?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025**
In this thread, users like @jesus2099 and @david discussed the implications of upcoming browser deprecation and shared troubleshooting tips. Explore the topic [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/113?silent=true).
- **#Announcements #horizon-theme – Help us test Horizon, our newest theme**
Feedback on Horizon’s layout and topic card issues was exchanged—@dfabulich, @twofoursixeight, and @lindsey weighed in on improvements. Check it out [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/37?silent=true).
- **#Dev – New core features system specs in plugins and themes**
@flink91 introduced smoke specs to ensure plugin and theme stability, providing sample code and migration tips. Review the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361381/1?silent=true).
- **#Feature #subscriptions – Tell us how you manage subscriptions on Discourse**
@hugh launched a poll and discussion about managing subscription communities using Patreon and official plugins. Get the full scoop [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361365/1?silent=true).
- **#Feature #privacy #ai – Concerns over personal privacy with the AI plugin**
@Falco warned that if you don’t trust third-party LLMs (or aren’t ready to self-host), it might be best not to integrate an AI plugin at all. Read the full discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/12?silent=true).
- **#Announcements – Moving to a Single Category Style Site Setting**
@davidb addressed issues related to site styling and component upgrades for a more unified look. Discover the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/282441/51?silent=true).
- **#Support – Images a broken on login page**
@Taxick, with guidance from @Arkshine, troubleshooted mixed content and HTTPS challenges to restore image visibility at login. See their process [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361288/1?silent=true).
- **#Theme – Notification Banners**
Questions about carousel versus stacked display for notification banners were raised by @nolo and clarified by @gormus—resulting in a refreshed banner setup. Details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/325279/22?silent=true).
- **#Hosting #cloudflare – How to Configure Cloudflare R2 for your Discourse Community**
@Eviepayne and @joshhabka detailed steps for setting up Cloudflare R2, migrating uploads safely, and troubleshooting common errors. Full insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/349512/10?silent=true).
## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@lindsey** contributed to the composer thread by sharing thoughts on improving shared edits in “Test our new composer on Meta!” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/352347/111?silent=true).
- **@supermathie** offered guidance on embedding custom scripts in “Scripts in posts?” to keep communities safe [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361009/10?silent=true).
- **@david** weighed in on API usage nuances in “National Flags” to clarify support for existing methods [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/55969/140?silent=true).
- **@mcwumbly** joined the discussion in “Single community with multiple sub-communities” by sharing strategies for group and category permissions [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361252/5?silent=true).
- **@Alteras** provided practical tips on adding ALT tags in “Add ALT tag to images,” ensuring better accessibility practices [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361281/3?silent=true).
- **@david** also addressed browser compatibility challenges in “Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/114?silent=true).
- **@lindsey** reinforced improvements for user experience in “Help us test Horizon, our newest theme” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/39?silent=true).
- **@flink91** introduced essential core feature specs in “New core features system specs in plugins and themes” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361381/1?silent=true).
- **@hugh** gathered community insights on subscription models in “Tell us how you manage subscriptions on Discourse” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361365/1?silent=true).
- **@Falco** led a cautionary discussion on AI plugin privacy in “Concerns over personal privacy with the AI plugin” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361068/12?silent=true).
- **@davidb** clarified design adjustments in “Moving to a Single Category Style Site Setting” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/282441/51?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen** shared thoughts on consistent solution marking in “Inconsistent marking of Topics as Solved, Completed, or Fixed” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/2?silent=true).
- **@Falco** also detailed best practices regarding signatures in “Discourse Signatures” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/42263/184?silent=true).
- **@Falco** explained the mechanics behind Conversational AI Search in “Conversational AI Search coming to Discourse AI” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/355939/12?silent=true).
- **@Falco** advised on tokenizer selections in “How to implement Mistral with Embeddings” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361095/4?silent=true).
- **@lindsey** enhanced the discussion on feature improvements in “Bringing popular features to Discourse” by addressing header search and category icons [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/18?silent=true).
- **@Alteras** tackled readability issues in reader mode by sharing fixes in “Reader mode unevenly applying font size” [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361298/1?silent=true).
And that’s a wrap – yesterday’s deep dives and digital debates sure kept us buzzing, and we’re ready for another round of lively discussions today!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [12 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/444 "2025-04-12T13:02:13Z")
# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
In the last 24 hours (2025‑04‑11 to 2025‑04‑12), the forum saw **66 new posts** spread across **15 new topics**. Top contributors include:
• **@Falco** – 6 posts with 10 likes
• **@Moin** – 2 posts with 6 likes
• **@Arkshine** – 4 posts with 5 likes
• **@Heliosurge** – 5 posts with 5 likes
• **@mcwumbly** – 2 posts with 4 likes
• **@Roman_Rizzi** – 1 post with 2 likes
• **@supermathie** – 1 post with 2 likes
• **@MentalNomad** – 1 post with 2 likes
• **@Ed_S** – 1 post with 2 likes
• **@NateDhaliwal** – 3 posts with 2 likes
For context, check out one of the ongoing discussions like [Currently Being Reviewed By Frustrations](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361458/1?silent=true).
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## Interesting Topics
• **#Support** _Currently Being Reviewed By Frustrations_ – @snrm raised concerns about the new moderator review assignments which are leaving posts stuck in the queue. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361458/1?silent=true)
• **#Bug** _Heuristic for dollar amounts doesn’t work_ – @Roymond and @Falco explored issues with the inconsistent treatment of dollar amounts and math mode in posts. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361468/1?silent=true)
• **#Support** _How to implement Mistral with Embeddings_ – A discussion between @Falco and @Roman_Rizzi about enabling the `mistral-embed` tokenizer on the embeddings config page has spurred interest. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361095/5?silent=true)
• **#Support** _Tracking topics created by member of group_ – @benjamincfarmer and @NateDhaliwal debated strategies for automatically adding new topics from selected groups to watchers’ lists. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361436/1?silent=true)
• **#Support** _Error when upgrading Discourse_ – @Ed_S and @Falco offered insights into resolving upgrade errors possibly caused by a large version jump or container image issues. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361352/5?silent=true)
• **#Feature** _Display a banned icon on user avatar when suspended_ – @Heliosurge revisited an idea for showing a banned icon via a flair workaround, sparking further discussion. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/116035/10?silent=true)
• **#Feature** _Add option to show /top or /hot topics in Showcased Categories_ – @Moin confirmed that this feature has been merged, enhancing the category showcases. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/313035/11?silent=true)
• **#Support** _How to center page?_ – @Moin shared references to previous discussions (including a Reddit‑inspired theme) for centering pages, providing useful pointers. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361332/4?silent=true)
• **#Site feedback:** _May be just an error (Meta Discourse isn’t www?)_ – @iShahinAkhter and @supermathie clarified that the forum’s behavior is intentional, despite initial confusion over URL redirection. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361508/1?silent=true)
• **#Support** _What happens to Topics with more than the permitted number of tags?_ – @one1 and @Heliosurge discussed the outcome for topics exceeding the tag limit, confirming that existing subjects remain unchanged. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361514/1?silent=true)
• **#Support** _Scripts in posts?_ – @Arkshine demonstrated how to integrate a TradingView chart with customizable options, sharing a detailed configuration walkthrough. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361009/18?silent=true)
• **#Support** _Viewability of hidden Topic text from an Ignored user_ – @MentalNomad questioned why opening posts by ignored users cannot be revealed like replies, prompting curiosity about possible design choices. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361449/1?silent=true)
• **#UX** _Suggestion for fixing the inaccurate link counter value_ – @Arkshine and @Richie weighed in on why approved pull requests might not merge immediately, hinting at internal priorities. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359527/9?silent=true)
• **#Marketplace** _[PAID] Plugin Name: Job Recommendations Digest_ – @Jacob_Peebles outlined a plugin concept for adding personalized job listings to the daily digest, drawing interest from potential collaborators. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361430/1?silent=true)
• **#Support** _Images a broken on login page_ – @Taxick and @Arkshine dissected an issue with website redirects that affected image rendering on the login page, with a practical resolution in sight. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361288/8?silent=true)
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
• **@Falco** kept the momentum high today by tackling several issues: he clarified the [Heuristic for dollar amounts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361468/2?silent=true), offered insights on [How to implement Mistral with Embeddings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361095/5?silent=true), helped resolve the [Error when upgrading Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361352/6?silent=true), weighed in on [Enrich API Calls of AI Plugin?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357898/6?silent=true), and updated the [Discourse AI - LLM settings page](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/319903/15?silent=true).
• **@mcwumbly** stepped in to ease moderator concerns by providing clarity on the [Currently Being Reviewed By Frustrations](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361458/3?silent=true) discussion.
• **@Roman_Rizzi** confirmed crucial updates during the [How to implement Mistral with Embeddings](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361095/6?silent=true) conversation, ensuring alignment on the proposed changes.
• **@supermathie** chimed in on URL redirection clarity in the [May be just an error (Meta Discourse isn’t www?)](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361508/2?silent=true) thread.
• **@renato** offered valuable debugging tips on the [Smart quotes breaking Quote template](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361294/5?silent=true), addressing inconsistencies in quotation mark handling.
• **@lindsey** confirmed a key update for responsive design on the [Discourse Full-width component](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/292496/18?silent=true), ensuring a cleaner layout on small screens.
• **@davidb** provided assurance on consistency by addressing concerns in the [Moving to a Single Category Style Site Setting](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/282441/54?silent=true) discussion.
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What a dynamic day on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org) — our team danced through discussions like pixels in a vibrant mosaic, making yesterday look like just the warm‑up for today’s forum extravaganza!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [13 april 2025 om 13:02 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/445 "2025-04-13T13:02:15Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
Over the last 24 hours there have been **61 new posts** across **10 new topics**. The community buzzed with activity and insightful troubleshooting across a range of subjects. Top contributors included:
• @tobiaseigen (5 posts, 8 likes) – see discussions like [Automatically Assigning Titles](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357365/7?silent=true) and [Tracking topics created by member of group](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361436/6?silent=true).
• @Bruce5051 (1 post, 6 likes) – notably contributing in the debate over platform changes ([Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/120?silent=true)).
• @merefield (2 posts, 5 likes) – providing valuable insights on native app solutions.
• @Moin (2 posts, 3 likes) – sharing quick fixes on interface quirks ([Default categories fix](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361574/3?silent=true)).
• @wendellverli (2 posts, 3 likes) – sparking ideas on auto country translations.
• @Arkshine (1 post, 3 likes), @schneeland (3 posts, 3 likes), @Benjol (2 posts, 2 likes), @pfaffman (1 post, 2 likes), and @Jagster (1 post, 2 likes).
For further context, check out threads such as [Discourse Native App](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361616/1?silent=true) and [Backup fails at gzip](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361579/1?silent=true) to see the challenges and solutions in real time, and don’t forget to revisit [Automatically Assigning Titles](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357365/7?silent=true) for smart automation ideas.
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## Interesting Topics
• **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in May 2025**
@Zoe_Nagy raised concerns about discontinuing support for older browsers, with @Bruce5051 elaborating on the broader industry implications. See details in the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/119?silent=true) and follow follow-up insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/120?silent=true).
• **#Support – Discourse Native App**
@zedisk kicked off a conversation by asking if any communities are using native mobile apps, with @NateDhaliwal and @merefield providing links to existing Discourse mobile solutions. Get the full rundown [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361616/1?silent=true).
• **#Bug – Group inboxes and archives are visible even when empty**
@tobiaseigen flagged an issue where even after deleting all messages, the group inbox stubbornly remains visible, prompting clarifications from @Moin. Dig into the details [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331482/5?silent=true).
• **#Support – Discourse Setup Failed in New Host**
When @kacchan experienced repeated installation errors on a new VPS, troubleshooting tips from @Andrew_Rowe and @Arkshine helped steer the conversation towards network and firewall issues. Read the thread [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361581/1?silent=true).
• **#Support – Automatically Assigning Titles Based on Trust Level in Discourse**
@tobiaseigen showcased an ingenious workaround using badges and automation to set user titles based on trust levels, sparking ideas for more streamlined configurations. More about it [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357365/7?silent=true).
• **#Support – Tracking topics created by member of group**
In an effort to simplify team monitoring, @tobiaseigen suggested using auto tag topic automation, with @benjamincfarmer offering further insights. Learn more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361436/6?silent=true).
• **#Hosting – High rebuild memory requirements: April 2025 edition**
@schneeland provided detailed metrics from his rebuild tests, noting that even with swap disabled, the process held steady at 3.4GB peak usage over just under 7 minutes. See the build report [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360419/21?silent=true).
• **#Support – Auto Country Translation**
@wendellverli discussed plans to implement country-specific translations to boost localized engagement, hinting that AI improvements (OAI) could revolutionize the feature. Get the scoop [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361554/6?silent=true).
• **#Site Management – Helper - Auto caption**
A discussion led by @cultiv (with commentary from @Jagster) dissected an issue with AI auto image captioning when “everyone” is set as the allowed group, ultimately leading to a precise configuration tweak. Details are available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/336100/7?silent=true).
• **#Support – Backup fails at gzip saying no space left on device, but there is space**
@Benjol uncovered that an outdated symlink in the backups folder was causing false disk space errors, helping community members avoid similar pitfalls. Read the initial report [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361579/1?silent=true) and see a follow-up [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361579/3?silent=true).
• **#Support – Sessions are very short, even though default session length of 60 days is in place**
A discussion sparked by @pfaffman investigated why sessions were terminating prematurely, with suggestions pointing towards non-standard Redis configurations on unofficial installs. Full conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361518/3?silent=true).
• **#Support – Default categories**
@Taxick needed help to display all forum categories by default for new members. @Moin provided a quick fix by adjusting `default_navigation_menu_categories` in the admin settings—see the original query [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361574/1?silent=true) and the solution discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361574/3?silent=true).
• **#Support – Landing page plugin issue - Pages are not working after Rebuild**
@tobiaseigen advised a series of troubleshooting steps—including a command-line rebuild and disk cleanup—to overcome issues with landing pages not rendering properly. Full advice is available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361519/4?silent=true).
• **#Marketplace – Discourse Mobile App Development & Publishing (iOS + Android)**
@zedisk outlined project requirements for a fully branded mobile app, detailing the need for both an internal testing build and production-ready deployments on Apple and Google stores. Explore the proposal [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361635/1?silent=true).
• **#Support – Running your own advertisements in discourse**
@becl wondered how to set up custom in-forum ads beyond the typical Google Ad integration, to which @NateDhaliwal pointed towards the House Ads feature for a creative solution. Discover more [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361620/1?silent=true).
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
• **#Bug – Group inboxes and archives are visible even when empty**
Our team’s own @tobiaseigen dug into the persistence of group inboxes after message deletion and reminded everyone to trigger the database consistency job. Check it out [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/331482/5?silent=true).
• **#Support – Automatically Assigning Titles Based on Trust Level in Discourse**
@tobiaseigen from the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) provided a clever workaround using badges for dynamic user title updates, an approach that’s stirring excitement among admins. Read the discussion [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357365/7?silent=true).
• **#Support – Tracking topics created by member of group**
In another helpful post, @tobiaseigen suggested automating tag assignments to let teams monitor group activity seamlessly. Dive into the conversation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361436/6?silent=true).
• **#Support – Landing page plugin issue - Pages are not working after Rebuild**
Demonstrating strong troubleshooting skills, @tobiaseigen recommended command-line rebuild techniques and careful plugin checks to resolve landing page issues. More details can be found [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361519/4?silent=true).
For even more context, revisit threads such as [Discourse Native App](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361616/1?silent=true) and [Backup fails at gzip](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361579/1?silent=true) to see the broader discussions that the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) has been actively engaging in.
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What a day! Yesterday’s mix of in-depth diagnostics and creative fixes had us riding high on a wave of problem-solving energy—here’s to keeping that momentum as bright as a supercharged sunset!
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### Author:  [@Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/u/Discourse)
#### Post date: [14 april 2025 om 13:01 UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852/446 "2025-04-14T13:01:27Z")
Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
- **Total New Posts:** 94
- **Total New Topics:** 8
**Top Users**
• @pfaffman – 11 posts, 13 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/252059/53?silent=true)
• @david – 2 posts, 10 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/122?silent=true)
• @Arkshine – 5 posts, 8 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/271141/2?silent=true)
• @RGJ – 2 posts, 7 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356331/5?silent=true)
• @mcwumbly – 3 posts, 5 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/252059/54?silent=true)
• @Barry_McBride – 2 posts, 5 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/252059/53?silent=true)
• @Sukenik – 7 posts, 4 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361658/1?silent=true)
• @merefield – 7 posts, 4 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/343404/34?silent=true)
• @Don – 1 post, 3 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/342277/36?silent=true)
• @JammyDodger – 1 post, 3 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361667/1?silent=true)
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**Interesting Topics**
- **#Community** : @Barry_McBride, @mcwumbly, and others revisited the challenges of integrating a CMS as they debate [Discourse vs Invision Community](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/252059/53?silent=true).
- **#Community** : @tdperry shared a personal perspective and lessons learned in [Discourse and my personal experience using it](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358373/9?silent=true).
- **#Support** : Frustration turned to resolution when discussions on [Email not working on my Discourse site](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361629/10?silent=true) unraveled a misconfiguration with MailGun and Digital Ocean’s port settings.
- **#Dev** : A technical conundrum had @pfaffman and @Arkshine exploring decorator challenges in [Prettier complains that @discourseComputed cannot be used to decorate literal properties](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/271141/2?silent=true).
- **#Announcements** : In a significant update for browsers, @david announced that [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in July 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/122?silent=true) will be delayed to ensure greater accessibility and smoother transitions.
- **#Support** : Developers probed options for silent API edits in [Is there a way to edit posts with the API without notifying the user?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361667/1?silent=true), weighing techniques to suppress the pencil icon and notifications.
- **#Plugin** : A discussion on unexpected behavior in the [Legal Compliance Plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/356331/5?silent=true) led users to troubleshoot image deletion and caching quirks.
- **#Dev** : Excitement buzzed as @david and @merefield detailed improvements in [Upcoming topic-list changes - how to prepare themes and plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/343404/34?silent=true) following major core removals.
- **#Support** : Moderation challenges were raised in [Limit number of posts per user in review queue?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361644/1?silent=true) prompting thoughts on bulk actions and anti-spam safeguards.
- **#Theme** : Enthusiasm for the new look was palpable when users discussed tweaks and limitations in the [Horizon Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360486/4?silent=true) thread, led by @joo and supported by @jordan-vidrine.
- **#Self-Hosting** : Practical advice flowed in [Install plugins on a self-hosted site](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/19157/361?silent=true) as community members exchanged tips on offline plugin installations and Docker rebuilds.
- **#Support** : In response to storage and integration concerns, @jaeni and @RGJ clarified that while [Google Drive uploads aren’t supported on the Standard Plan](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361688/1?silent=true), alternatives like Google Cloud Storage exist.
- **#Theme Component** : Visual hiccups in responsive design were flagged by @joo and @Don in their exploration of [F NAV - Mobile Navigation Tabs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/342277/36?silent=true), highlighting theme compatibility challenges.
- **#Marketplace** : Users sought expert assistance when [Looking for paid help with fixing e-mails not working on Discourse](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361658/1?silent=true), igniting collaborations for fast-track support.
- **#Dev** : Innovation was on display as @Lumi proposed a new [plugin outlet below the login buttons](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361647/1?silent=true) to enhance splash screen customization with helpful links.
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
> **@david** added his authoritative voice by explaining browser support decisions in [Dropping iOS 15 & other old browsers in July 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/122?silent=true) and outlined new core changes in [Upcoming topic-list changes - how to prepare themes and plugins](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/343404/34?silent=true).
> **@mcwumbly** made a technical intervention in the CMS debate within [Discourse vs Invision Community](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/252059/54?silent=true), offering pertinent questions that steered the conversation.
> **@jordan-vidrine** provided clarity on design constraints and future flexibility during the [Horizon Theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360486/5?silent=true) discussion, ensuring users understood current limitations.
> **@nat** stepped in to troubleshoot registration issues in [Add signup button to the header](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361716/2?silent=true), suggesting checks on site settings to restore the missing button.
> **@hugh** contributed feedback on moderation tools by flagging issues in the [“Currently Being Reviewed By” Frustrations](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361458/7?silent=true) thread, promising further updates.
> **@HAWK** clarified questions regarding app support in [Discourse Native App](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361616/7?silent=true), explaining the limited public exposure of whitelisted applications.
> **@sam** reinforced emerging features by sharing his perspective on the [Expanded with AI Summaries](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361678/3?silent=true) option, hinting at future improvements for forum readability.
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What a lively day—it seems yesterday’s technical escapades and design debates left us buzzing like a forum full of caffeinated developers!
[Vorige pagina](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852.md?page=10)
[Volgende pagina](https://meta.discourse.org/t/daily-summary-1pm-utc/291852.md?page=12)