# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
Below is a detailed roundup of the past 24 hours on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org) – from stats and trending discussions to dedicated activity by our [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) group. Dive in to see what’s been buzzing!
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## Key Stats
- **New Posts:** 130
- **New Topics:** 16
**Top Users:**
• @awesomerobot – 9 posts, 15 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361814/8?silent=true)
• @HAWK – 3 posts, 9 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361814/11?silent=true)
• @tobiaseigen – 6 posts, 8 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/7?silent=true)
• @pmusaraj – 2 posts, 7 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361921/1?silent=true)
• @JammyDodger – 1 post, 6 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/8?silent=true)
• @RGJ – 3 posts, 6 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/50?silent=true)
• @nat – 2 posts, 5 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362023/4?silent=true)
• @Heliosurge – 5 posts, 4 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/143?silent=true)
• @Richie – 2 posts, 4 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361356/5?silent=true)
• @jimkleiber – 2 posts, 4 likes [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361356/12?silent=true)
_Sourced from [forum activity](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true) during the last 24 hours._
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## Interesting Topics
- **#Community – Thoughts on Turning Off Personal Messaging and Chats**
@awesomerobot kicked off a discussion about automating watched words for both forum posts and private spaces. The conversation evolved with @HAWK raising legal concerns and several users exchanging insights. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361814/8?silent=true)
- **#Site feedback – Inconsistent Marking of Topics as ☑ Solved, Completed, or Fixed**
@tobiaseigen and @JammyDodger debated the variety of status indicators and tag usages, aiming for clarity in topic resolution status. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/7?silent=true)
- **#Support – Do All Deleted Posts Get Logged to Users?**
A lively chat unfolded about whether deleted posts serve as a reliable quality signal. @awesomerobot and @supermathie shared their cleanup experiences. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361356/3?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Dropping iOS 15 & Other Old Browsers in July 2025**
Starting with technical jibes about steep learning curves, participants discussed browser compatibility and workarounds such as virtual machines and Wine. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/140?silent=true)
- **#Support – Best Way to Assign a Topic Based on a Tag?**
@awesomerobot proposed custom automation scripts to assign topics automatically, while @jordan-violet weighed in on plugin limitations. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361117/3?silent=true)
- **#Support – I Give Up with Email**
@Picho_Pelis vented about persistent email configuration woes, with @nat offering a detailed guide on SMTP settings and provider nuances. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362023/1?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Help Us Test Horizon, Our Newest Theme**
Feedback flooded in regarding header alignment and layout tweaks for the new Horizon theme—with suggestions and screenshots enriching the discussion. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/45?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Geo Blocking Plugin**
In a technical thread, @Jagster and @RGJ addressed icon-update errors and verified fixes for the geo blocking plugin implementation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/227824/13?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Introducing Admin Sidebar Navigation**
Frustrations with mobile navigation were voiced as team members described their challenges with the new admin interface and side-menu toggling. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/289281/103?silent=true)
- **#UX – Improve Linking Back to Original Post from Mastodon**
@pmusaraj highlighted an issue where external oneboxes were stealing attention from original posts, sparking thoughts on interface improvements. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361921/1?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Passwordless Login Using Passkeys**
A forward-looking update explained how removing user passwords clears the road for future passkey sign-up options—thanks to contributions by @pmusaraj. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/285589/29?silent=true)
- **#Support – Error “fa-user should be updated to user” When a Bot is Scraping**
Discussion focused on icon deprecation warnings from automated scrapers, with community insights on plugin impacts and potential resolutions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362041/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Is It Possible to Integrate Google Drive Uploads with the Standard Plan?**
@awesomerobot clarified that storage is pre-configured and suggested external video hosting services to overcome file size constraints. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361688/5?silent=true)
- **#Support – Discourse Stuck on Loading (Logs)**
A troubleshooting thread unfurled as @Falco and @joshhabka dissected issues possibly stemming from asset storage misconfigurations. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361603/12?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Current Projects - April 2025**
Conversations here touched on emerging integrations and third-party login methods, providing a window into evolving project directions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361263/20?silent=true)
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- @awesomerobot and @HAWK led the charge in **Thoughts on Turning Off Personal Messaging and Chats** , exploring nuances of privacy and moderation on both public posts and private communications. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361814/8?silent=true)
- @tobiaseigen steered the **Inconsistent Marking of Topics as Solved, Completed, or Fixed** discussion, clarifying the use of various status tags. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361193/7?silent=true)
- In **Do All Deleted Posts Get Logged to Users?** , @awesomerobot and @supermathie reflected on post deletion practices as part of routine cleanup. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361356/3?silent=true)
- **Best Way to Assign a Topic Based on a Tag?** saw @awesomerobot suggest an automation approach to streamline topic assignments. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361117/3?silent=true)
- Addressing email configuration woes in **I Give Up with Email** , @nat provided in-depth advice on SMTP settings for popular providers. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362023/1?silent=true)
- The **Help Us Test Horizon, Our Newest Theme** thread featured contributions from @awesomerobot, offering insights on the title alignment challenge. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/46?silent=true)
- @pmusaraj raised a critical UX point in **Improve Linking Back to Original Post from Mastodon** , emphasizing better integration for shared content. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361921/1?silent=true)
- In **Passwordless Login Using Passkeys** , @pmusaraj showcased the upcoming feature that paves the way for modern authentication methods. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/285589/29?silent=true)
- @awesomerobot again chimed in on storage questions in **Is It Possible to Integrate Google Drive Uploads with the Standard Plan?** , reaffirming current storage plans. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361688/5?silent=true)
- @Falco demonstrated troubleshooting prowess in **Discourse Stuck on Loading (Logs)**, diagnosing asset migration mishaps. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361603/12?silent=true)
- @tobiaseigen offered insights on badge criteria in **Change System for Bug Reporter Badge?** , clarifying the process amid mixed reactions. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359421/2?silent=true)
- @awesomerobot enriched the **Allow to Mark a Post as a Wiki in the Editor Settings Menu** conversation by suggesting smart interface tweaks. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361504/2?silent=true)
- In the **Not Respecting Editable After Sign Up** thread, @awesomerobot dissected potential JS errors and theme conflicts. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361529/2?silent=true)
- Finally, @davidb joined forces in the **Automation Doesn’t Send to Group** discussion, hinting at improvements for group-targeted messaging. [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357572/11?silent=true)
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Yesterday’s debates, discoveries, and debugging adventures made for a day as energetic as a room full of excited puppies. Stay tuned for more lively discussions tomorrow!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
• In the past 24 hours, there have been **120 new posts** and **17 new topics**.
• Top users making an impact include:
– @martin (3 posts, 10 likes)
– @supermathie (3 posts, 9 likes)
– @RGJ (5 posts, 8 likes)
– @Arkshine (5 posts, 7 likes)
– @nat (5 posts, 7 likes)
– @mcwumbly (2 posts, 6 likes)
– @Stephen (1 post, 6 likes)
– @pfaffman (8 posts, 6 likes)
– @Moin (3 posts, 5 likes)
– @Falco (3 posts, 3 likes)
_Source: [forum activity](https://meta.discourse.org?silent=true)_
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**Interesting Topics**
• **#Feature – A better way to manage indices for Doc Categories?**
@omarfilip and @MarcP debated whether manual indexing is a step backwards versus the flexibility it offers. Check out the discussion in detail [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362126/1?silent=true).
• **#Bug – Featured Badges breaks user profile page**
Community members including @Roi, @Moin, and @Arkshine examined why a lack of badges was causing display issues, with fixes proposed and PRs shared. Find out more [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361981/2?silent=true).
• **#Announcements – Introducing: Comprehensive admin search**
@martin announced that the new admin search is now available for all admins, with extensive feedback and usage tips from the community. Discover the details [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360157/11?silent=true).
• **#Support – Passkey error**
Troubleshooting centered on a fresh install issue where users like @SaraMiller encountered errors registering their passkeys—with suggestions from @supermathie to test via [webauthn.io](http://webauthn.io). Learn the resolution [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362199/1?silent=true).
• **#Announcements – Introducing admin sidebar navigation**
The conversation revolved around mobile navigation improvements with proposals like immediate side menu display, as exemplified by inputs from @awesomerobot and others. Get the full story [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/289281/108?silent=true).
• **#Support – Discourse st il optimisé pour le seo?**
In a bilingual exchange, @Nawak2025 and @nat explored SEO practices and how Discourse topics appear in search results, including pointers for integration with WordPress. See the discussion [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362281/1?silent=true).
• **#Hosting – Recommended Hosting Providers for Self Hosters**
Debate raged about outdated OS choices and hosting provider pitfalls, with @majorjc_MS and @RGJ weighing in on long-term support and upgrade challenges. Explore the thread [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/79562/118?silent=true).
• **#Support – Discourse Docs Plugin – Topics Not Updating in Docs Page**
After an insightful exchange, @Moin clarified why new topics weren’t appearing on the Docs page—owing to tag group settings—saving many users time. Details are available [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362076/13?silent=true).
• **#UX – Unintuitive IPv6 address search in Screened IPs**
A detailed post by @supermathie showcased the difficulty of searching for IPv6 addresses compared to IPv4, complete with annotated screenshots. Check it out [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362118/1?silent=true).
• **#Support – Discourse Launcher Failed to Bootstrap**
When a server ran into memory constraints during bootstrap, @Pepemosu received troubleshooting tips from @Falco outlining the need for more RAM or swap space. More information is provided [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362293/1?silent=true).
• **#Support – Profile text is yellow**
A curious color-calculation issue was diagnosed by @RGJ and resolved with a simple palette tweak, shedding light on how derived color values can affect UI readability. Full details [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362037/5?silent=true).
• **#Bug – Fixing digest\_custom\_html to be treated as HTML**
@pfaffman initiated a PR to address HTML parsing in digest notifications, reclassifying the behavior as a bug and inviting further feedback. Dive into the update [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361988/2?silent=true).
• **#Dev – Regularly fetching database info for user fields without logout**
@Dre_M detailed how to automatically update custom field data via the REST API, followed swiftly by a self-found solution. Get the technical rundown [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362097/1?silent=true).
• **#Feature – Access admin settings, plugins etc via search?**
A lively conversation about multiple ways to search admin settings led to closure of the topic by @mcwumbly, affirming the benefits of the new admin search. Read the closure note [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/300821/17?silent=true).
• **#Support – How do I get certain header features to also show when logged-in**
In this thread, @nat and @joshhabka exchanged insights on making language selectors and header elements more accessible to logged-in users. Explore the suggestions [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361961/3?silent=true).
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
• **@martin** contributed significantly by unveiling the [Comprehensive admin search](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360157/11?silent=true) feature and offering suggestions on [admin sidebar navigation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/289281/111?silent=true) improvements.
• **@supermathie** offered key troubleshooting advice on the [Passkey error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362199/1?silent=true) topic, helping users validate their setup via external testing tools.
• **@nat** provided valuable insights on optimizing forum SEO in [Discourse st il optimisé pour le seo?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362281/1?silent=true) and clarified language header settings in [How do I get certain header features to also show when logged-in](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361961/3?silent=true).
• **@mcwumbly** assisted by addressing technical queries in [Fixing digest\_custom\_html](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361988/2?silent=true) and the [database info refresh](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362097/1?silent=true) discussion.
• **@Falco** tackled issues in the [Discourse Launcher Failed to Bootstrap](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362293/1?silent=true) thread and provided guidance on upgrade concerns in related discussions.
• **@awesomerobot** streamlined mobile user experience by suggesting timely improvements in the [admin sidebar navigation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/289281/110?silent=true) conversation.
• **@pento** updated the community regarding review queue frustrations in [Currently Being Reviewed By](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361458/10?silent=true), ensuring clear communication on moderation processes.
• **@chapoi** engaged with community feedback on interface topics such as [Chat – whatsapp bubbles](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/286735/34?silent=true), adding his voice to the discussion.
• **@Danielle** announced that the upcoming webinar replay and text recap will be available soon in the [Webinar: Getting Buy-In for Your Community + Office Hours](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360736/6?silent=true) thread, keeping the community informed.
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What a day! Yesterday’s spirited discussions lit up the forum like a summer night firework show—here’s to more lively exchanges today!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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## Key Stats
- **Total New Posts:** 86
- **Total New Topics:** 11
**Top Users:**
- @pfaffman – 7 posts, 7 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362369/1?silent=true))
- @tobiaseigen – 2 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362330/3?silent=true))
- @SubStrider – 4 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362272/3?silent=true))
- @Falco – 2 posts, 6 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362401/1?silent=true))
- @Arkshine – 3 posts, 5 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361263/25?silent=true))
- @keegan – 1 post, 5 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362330/6?silent=true))
- @jimkleiber – 5 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362401/1?silent=true))
- @merefield – 3 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1086?silent=true))
- @mcwumbly – 2 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361263/25?silent=true))
- @SaraMiller – 2 posts, 4 likes ([read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362199/9?silent=true))
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## Interesting Topics
- **#Support – ¿Cómo encuentro a una persona en Discourse?**
@Rafalex1788 started a discussion about searching for users on Discourse, and team member @tobiaseigen explained the availability of a user list. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362330/1?silent=true)
- **#Announcements, #current-projects – Current Projects - April 2025**
The community has been buzzing with updates on new multilingual features and enhancements – as detailed by @SubStrider, @UlBre, and @mcwumbly. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361263/25?silent=true)
- **#Site feedback, #horizon-theme – Wrap=placeholder not working on Horizon theme**
@pfaffman and @Arkshine traded insights on placeholder issues with the Horizon theme, leading to @Lilly fixing an omission in the theme installation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362369/1?silent=true)
- **#Dev, #ai – How are you using AI/LLMs to create themes/components/plugins?**
@jimkleiber posed questions about using LLMs for coding Discourse components, with @Falco sharing his recent experiments using tools like Cursor and Claude Code cli. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362401/1?silent=true)
- **#Support, #passkey – Passkey error**
Users experienced a passkey error on HTTPS sites with helpful troubleshooting tips from @pmusaraj and follow-up insights by @SaraMiller. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362199/9?silent=true)
- **#Dev – GJS component fails with “undefined helper” error when shown via modal service**
@SubStrider isolated the issue with the `if` helper in modal components, and follow-up tests confirmed the workaround – a classic example of collaborative debugging. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362272/3?silent=true)
- **#Community, #chat, #personal-messages – Thoughts on Turning Off Personal Messaging and Chats**
@jimkleiber and @becl discussed ways to tweak private chats for better moderation, suggesting that an always-on admin presence might ease concerns. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361814/17?silent=true)
- **#Support – Discourse Launcher Failed to Bootstrap**
A recent bootstrap error was resolved after configuration adjustments, with community member @Pepemosu reporting success and @Falco confirming an automatic fix. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362293/5?silent=true)
- **#Support, #data-explorer – Ability to have granular scope for [data explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true)?**
In a quest to limit API key scopes, @jordan-violet and @pfaffman debated read/write permissions for [Data Explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true) queries. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362351/1?silent=true)
- **#Support, #email – DigitalOcean blocking SMTP and forcing SendGrid usage**
An angry report on unexpected SMTP port blocks sparked discussion on workarounds and best practices for email connectivity. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357535/13?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Discourse Chatbot 🤖**
@merefield updated the Chatbot plugin with support for the latest OpenAI models, addressing both reasoning and RAG challenges in one go. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1086?silent=true)
- **#Marketplace – [PAID] Need help with the Vote button, tags display, and a subcategory list customization**
A paid request from @Helga_Razinkova detailed design improvements for a floating vote button and statuses as buttons, stirring fresh ideas in the Wishlist category. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362492/1?silent=true)
- **#Support, #email – Any alternative way to connect to email service then SMTP**
@Denis_Didkovsky raised an urgent query about SMTP limitations with DigitalOcean while seeking viable alternate email solutions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362434/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Can I receive the notifications that would normally go to another user?**
@tobiaseigen suggested practical workarounds, including altering email addresses and using plus addressing to consolidate notifications. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361292/9?silent=true)
- **#Support – So Discourse CDN is resetting connections from my firewall?**
A network issue concerning long-polling and RST packets was explored by @ciaica and later dissected by @supermathie to determine potential firewall interactions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362357/1?silent=true)
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **#Support – [¿Cómo encuentro a una persona en Discourse?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362330/3?silent=true)**
@tobiaseigen and @keegan assisted a newcomer by explaining the built-in search functionality and user list features.
- **#Site feedback – [Wrap=placeholder not working on Horizon theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362369/4?silent=true)**
@Lilly quickly rectified an issue with the placeholder component, ensuring the Horizon theme worked as expected.
- **#Dev – [How are you using AI/LLMs to create themes/components/plugins?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362401/2?silent=true)**
@Falco shared his experiments with AI tools to generate code, sparking a productive dialogue on leveraging LLMs for Discourse customizations.
- **#Support – [Discourse Launcher Failed to Bootstrap](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362293/6?silent=true)**
In response to a bootstrap error, @Falco confirmed his changes that now allow the system to auto-correct such failures.
- **#Announcements – [Current Projects - April 2025](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361263/25?silent=true)**
@mcwumbly delivered fresh insights on upcoming multilingual features and subtle rollouts that have users excited.
- **#Support – [Passkey error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362199/9?silent=true)**
Team members @pmusaraj and @supermathie engaged in troubleshooting a passkey error, offering clear steps to resolve the issue.
- **#Announcements – [Help us test Horizon, our newest theme](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/51?silent=true)**
@awesomerobot participated by providing observations on mobile search behavior, contributing to theme refinements.
- **#Support – [Can I receive the notifications that would normally go to another user?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361292/9?silent=true)**
@tobiaseigen provided effective guidance on notification management, ensuring flexible email routing for users.
- **#Community – [Would it be nice to add a disclaimer to the bottom of each post?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362485/2?silent=true)**
@Bas sparked conversation by suggesting an expandable disclaimer to enhance post transparency.
- **#UX – [Single community with multiple sub-communities](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361252/10?silent=true)**
@mcwumbly contributed strategic ideas on consolidating community feeds and enhancing multi-community dashboards.
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What a whirlwind day of insights and collaborative problem-solving – yesterday’s lively exchanges are keeping the Discourse universe spinning with energy!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
- **New posts:** 62
- **New topics:** 10
- **Top Users:**
- @awesomerobot (5 posts, 12 likes)
- @mcwumbly (1 post, 11 likes)
- @Alexander_Wright (4 posts, 4 likes)
- @Jagster (5 posts, 3 likes)
- @putty (2 posts, 3 likes)
- @merefield (4 posts, 3 likes)
- @tobiaseigen (4 posts, 3 likes)
- @davidb (1 post, 2 likes)
- @Arkshine (1 post, 2 likes)
- @maiki (1 post, 2 likes)
_Sourcing [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/154?silent=true) for key stats._
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**Interesting Topics**
- In **#Announcements** , @mcwumbly announced the planned deprecation of support for iOS 15 and older browsers—highlighting that the change will roll out after the upcoming major release. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/154?silent=true)
- In **#Announcements** with **#horizon-theme** , @awesomerobot sparked discussion on testing the new Horizon theme. He explained the intentional removal of sidebars to optimize mobile layouts, while @RGJ questioned the design details. Explore his post [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/52?silent=true) and check out further clarification [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/57?silent=true)
- In **#Theme component** , @patrickemin raised concerns about Topic List Previews affecting site load performance while @merefield offered timely troubleshooting tips. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/209973/619?silent=true)
- In **#Dev** , @awesomerobot shared insights on how leveraging AI/LLMs can streamline the creation of themes and components—recommending that providing existing examples helps improve results. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362401/4?silent=true)
- In **#Support** , @Alexander_Wright detailed his experience with an error during a Discourse upgrade. After some intensive database wrangling, he resolved the problem—demonstrating effective problem-solving in action. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362519/4?silent=true)
- In **#Plugin** , @tobiaseigen initiated a discussion regarding the Landing Pages Plugin. He moved replies to the appropriate venue to ensure Pavilion developers can address compatibility fixes. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/180967/127?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @Arkshine and @digitaltoast examined a passkey login issue that locked users out of their accounts. Their exchange highlighted potential workarounds to bypass the “security key doesn’t look familiar” error. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362510/2?silent=true)
- In **#Announcements** , @maiki celebrated an enhanced mobile experience after switching to the Horizon theme—specifically noting improvements with header search, welcome banners, and category icons. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/20?silent=true)
- In **#Support** , @awesomerobot addressed a missing gamification sidebar icon by suggesting users check for updates in the theme components—a quick tip to resolve the display glitch. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362264/3?silent=true)
- In **#Bug** , @davidb announced that an update enabling individual PMs to group members in automations has now been merged, refining the notification process further. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357572/13?silent=true)
- In **#Marketplace** , @putty showcased innovative ideas for custom vote buttons and tag displays, inviting discussion on creative UI customizations. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362492/4?silent=true)
- In **#Community** , a discussion kicked off about adding legal disclaimers to the bottom of posts. @Monikas explained the benefits for legal clarity while @Jagster weighed in on the potential for noise. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362485/4?silent=true)
- In **#UX** , @awesomerobot recommended implementing a scroll-lock when mobile search results appear—aiming to improve the overall user experience on smaller screens. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361857/2?silent=true)
- In **#Support** , Brandon007 raised questions about disappearing default category icons following updates, which spurred further debugging and discussion among users. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362549/1?silent=true)
- In **#Support** , @SaraMiller shared her journey overcoming a passkey error by successfully re-adding her passkey after an initial hiccup—ensuring seamless logins thereafter. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362199/13?silent=true)
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @mcwumbly efficiently closed the **#Announcements** thread on dropping support for older browsers after confirming the community feedback. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/358131/154?silent=true)
- @awesomerobot drove design conversations in the **#Announcements** thread on testing the new Horizon theme, engaging users with detailed explanations of layout changes. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360484/52?silent=true)
- @awesomerobot also enriched the **#Dev** discussion by sharing practical pointers on leveraging AI/LLMs for theme component creation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362401/4?silent=true)
- @tobiaseigen streamlined the **#Plugin** discussion about the Landing Pages Plugin, ensuring that queries were directed to the correct development team. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/180967/127?silent=true)
- @tobiaseigen further aided community navigation by reminding users how to find members efficiently within **#Support**. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362330/7?silent=true)
- @maiki highlighted improvements to mobile user experience in **#Announcements** , sharing his excitement about enhanced header search and category visuals. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/359169/20?silent=true)
- @davidb contributed practical solutions in **#Bug** by detailing the update that enables automation messages to be sent individually to group members. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/357572/13?silent=true)
- @awesomerobot further demonstrated commitment to usability by suggesting scroll-lock functionality on mobile search results in **#UX**. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/361857/2?silent=true)
- @tobiaseigen also spearheaded the **#Plugin** thread on Discourse Automation, addressing configuration challenges to optimize automated processes. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/195773/164?silent=true)
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What a blast from yesterday—our team’s proactive energy and lively debates have set the stage for even more groundbreaking discussions today!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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**Key Stats**
- **Total New Posts:** 71
- **Total New Topics:** 10
- **Top Users:**
> Other notable discussions from today include insights on the [Discourse composer and Firefox on Android tablet](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/346876/21?silent=true), design adjustments in [Some category icons not showing](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362549/5?silent=true), troubleshooting in [How to resolve Pups exec errors during Discourse bootstrap](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362619/10?silent=true), localization efforts in [Translating to Malayalam](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/61207/11?silent=true), guidance in [Error upgrading to latest Discourse – solved](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362519/5?silent=true), instructions via [Set up Telegram integration using the discourse-chat-integration plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/66603/95?silent=true), creative ideas in [Marquee / news ticker](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/294705/10?silent=true), discussion on embedded content in [Embedded site stuck at “Loading Discussions”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/341525/6?silent=true), fixes for UI quirks in [Admin Emoji Selector “Fluent”](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362267/4?silent=true), and recent updates in [Introducing admin sidebar navigation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/289281/113?silent=true). Also, check out the tips on [Font sizes are different in Firefox and Chrome](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362606/3?silent=true) and the cool new moderation tool in [Discourse AI - Spam detection](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/343541/12?silent=true).
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**Interesting Topics**
- **#Support** “Installed a theme, enabled it, but I cannot find where it can be changed to in user preferences?” – @pyc and @Moin explored why the theme option might not show up immediately and debated whether a refresh or a logout/login cycle was needed. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362641/1?silent=true)
- **#Dev** “Can I make a theme available to specific user groups only?” – @SubStrider raised the possibility of offering premium themes for paid users, with @Lilly noting that it isn’t possible without plugin development. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362653/1?silent=true)
- **#Bug** “Continuing ‘In chat, moderators group appears to have more members than it has’” – @Moin revisited the group chat issue, questioning if bot user counts were affecting chat creation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362640/1?silent=true)
- **#Support** “Programmatic way to get all API endpoints for my instance?” – @jordan-violet sought a definitive list of available API endpoints to facilitate integrations in his Discourse instance. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/1?silent=true)
- **#Support** “Changing the appearance of categories” – @szogun inquired about achieving a full-width category display with subcategories neatly placed below, with @ondrej and @Arkshine offering creative CSS and layout suggestions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362621/1?silent=true)
- **#Support** “Why some of users have got their user-IDs mentioned automatically in Telegram Notifs?” – A discussion sparked by unexpected auto-mentions in Telegram notifications, with @renato providing technical clarity via a GitHub reference. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362604/1?silent=true)
- **#Dev** “Accessing Database while discourse not running” – @Alexander_Wright shared a daring Docker-based method to access database files when the Discourse container isn’t running, complete with warnings about potential risks. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362626/1?silent=true)
- **#Support** “Font download fails using apex domain (CORS)” – @Stonley led a troubleshooting discussion around CORS errors causing font download failures, prompting recommendations to adjust domain remapping. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362649/1?silent=true)
- **#Bug** “AI Helper stuck generating” – @MachineScholar reported persistent “generating” issues with the AI helper while other AI functionalities remained normal, sparking follow-up queries from @Falco. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362643/1?silent=true)
- **#Support** “How to choose the category text color?” – @patrickemin raised concerns over the removal of text color choice in the category color selection, missing the previous flexibility of switching between black and white. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362654/1?silent=true)
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- **@Lilly:** The team member @Lilly contributed valuable input on theme restrictions in [Can I make a theme available to specific user groups only?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362653/3?silent=true), affirming that while premium themes are on the radar, custom plugin work is necessary. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362653/3?silent=true)
- **@renato:** @renato addressed the Telegram notification auto-mention issue in [Why some of users have got their user-IDs mentioned automatically in Telegram Notifs?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362604/3?silent=true), guiding users with technical insights that reference GitHub code. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362604/3?silent=true)
- **@Falco:** Engaging in troubleshooting, @Falco posed critical questions about container setups and memory configurations in [How to resolve Pups exec errors during Discourse bootstrap](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362619/5?silent=true), ensuring community members double-check their installations. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362619/5?silent=true)
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It was a day bursting with theme toggling, API explorations, and debugging adventures that kept everyone on their toes—and we can’t wait to see what fun challenges tomorrow brings!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
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## Key Stats
- **New Posts:** 78
- **New Topics:** 13
**Top Users:**
- **@nat:** 9 posts, 12 likes
- **@Moin:** 3 posts, 8 likes
- **@simon:** 1 post, 7 likes
- **@Andrew_Rowe:** 4 posts, 6 likes
- **@jordan-violet:** 1 post, 4 likes
- **@Heliosurge:** 4 posts, 3 likes
- **@Falco:** 1 post, 3 likes
- **@angus:** 6 posts, 2 likes
- **@Jagster:** 6 posts, 2 likes
- **@RemFexxel:** 4 posts, 2 likes
_Sourcing details: [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362729/5?silent=true)._
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## Interesting Topics
### **#Support**
- **Programmatic way to get all API endpoints for my instance?**
@simon and @jordan-violet explored methods to discover available API endpoints, noting that Discourse lacks a dedicated discovery route. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/4?silent=true)
- **Übersetzung wie hier auf Meta**
@gerryfw raised a query about replicating the meta translation functionality for user-tailored language experiences, with @Moin confirming that the feature is still in development. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362729/5?silent=true)
- **Adjust user titles to look like “team” or “Tester” above**
@danvanmoll inquired about customizing user titles, and @Moin along with @nat provided insights on linking titles to group membership settings. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362748/3?silent=true)
- **Custom website header with forum**
@danvanmoll sought a solution to integrate a unified header between his website and forum. Responses from @Andrew_Rowe and a solution by @Heliosurge presented component-based techniques for header customization. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362718/4?silent=true)
- **Font download fails using apex domain (CORS)**
Members discussed a CORS-related font issue, leading to a solution via purging the Cloudflare cache – a fix confirmed by @RGJ and @Stonley. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362649/5?silent=true)
### **#Installation**
- **Getting up Brevo correctly with Discourse**
@RemFexxel, with input from @Arkshine, @Heliosurge, and @nat, tackled SMTP key issues and email log diagnostics to correctly integrate Brevo with Discourse’s transactional email system. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362739/8?silent=true)
### **#Feature**
- **Listing conversations with artificial intelligence on a separate page or filtering them on the messages page**
@kuaza proposed a specialized solution for isolating AI-assisted chats, with @Falco hinting at an upcoming dedicated sidebar for #ai-bot PMs. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362711/6?silent=true)
### **#Bug**
- **‘FAILED’ error when trying to un-star the ‘Bug Reporter’ badge**
A reporting contributor encountered a PR change request from @nat, prompting collaborative fixes as discussed by @pangbo. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330523/10?silent=true)
- **In chat, moderators group appears to have 22 members when it only has 8**
@tobiaseigen highlighted discrepancies in moderator group counts during group chat creation, suggesting a meta-specific issue related to bot experiments. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/349799/6?silent=true)
### **#Plugin**
- **Discourse Reactions**
@nat addressed queries regarding browser compatibility with the reactions plugin, reassuring users about its up-to-dateness and functionality. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/183261/375?silent=true)
- **Discourse Doc Categories**
Community members debated the mobile visibility of sidebar indices in Docs, with @satonotdead and @Jagster exchanging thoughts on the mobile user experience and menu curation. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/322376/109?silent=true)
### **#Dev**
- **Embedding full threads – possible?**
@Andrew_Rowe and @doron1 shared experiments and opinions about embedding entire Discourse threads into external sites, weighing the pros and cons of using the API for custom displays. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360386/4?silent=true)
- **Can I make a theme available to specific user groups only?**
@Heliosurge explained that using CSS, themes can be selectively hidden from users; a practical solution for community monetization was also discussed. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362653/10?silent=true)
### **#Theme component**
- **Marquee / news ticker**
@Andrew_Rowe and @satonotdead exchanged opinions on the dynamic yet potentially distracting nature of marquees, discussing ways to improve user experience with visibility controls. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/294705/13?silent=true)
### **#Announcements**
- **Webinar: Getting Buy-In for Your Community + Office Hours**
@Danielle informed the community about an upcoming upload to YouTube, promising further details on community engagement strategies. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360736/7?silent=true)
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@nat:**
Has been extremely active today—offering solutions in [Adjust user titles](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362748/3?silent=true), guiding users in [Getting up Brevo correctly](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362739/8?silent=true), answering queries in [Discourse Reactions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/183261/375?silent=true), addressing [Locked out due to passkey bug?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362510/6?silent=true), refining details in [Discourse Translator](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/32630/440?silent=true), flagging [Group search issues](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362399/3?silent=true), and even commenting on the [auto-open reply box](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362750/3?silent=true).
- **@Falco:**
Contributed key insights during the discussion on [Listing conversations with AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362711/6?silent=true), helping shape the future of chat filtering features.
- **@tobiaseigen:**
Addressed the moderator group chat anomaly in [In chat, moderators group appears to have 22 members](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/349799/6?silent=true), ensuring clarity in group counts.
- **@Danielle:**
Kept the community updated on engagement plans via her post in [Webinar: Getting Buy-In for Your Community + Office Hours](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360736/7?silent=true), energizing the conversation around community strategy.
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After a day packed with spirited debates, clever fixes, and creative feature ideas, the buzz from yesterday’s activity is setting the stage for an even more exciting day today!
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# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
## Key Stats
- **New posts:** 137
- **New topics:** 17
- **Top Users:**
- @Arkshine – 11 posts, 15 likes
- @RGJ – 5 posts, 12 likes
- @supermathie – 1 post, 7 likes
- @nat – 3 posts, 7 likes
- @angus – 7 posts, 7 likes
- @merefield – 5 posts, 7 likes
- @HAWK – 4 posts, 6 likes
- @ozkn – 6 posts, 6 likes
- @pfaffman – 12 posts, 5 likes
- @Don – 2 posts, 5 likes
_(Sourced from our activity between [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/1?silent=true) on the Revise Post discussion and other threads.)_
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## Interesting Topics
- **#UX – Please rename the “Revise Post” button to something less confusing**
@unforgettableid started this discussion detailing the confusion over the “Revise Post” button and moderators’ challenges while reviewing posts. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/1?silent=true)
- **#Dev – Programmatic way to get all API endpoints for my instance?**
@pfaffman and @mcwumbly explored methods for reverse engineering the API and debated the official documentation’s scope and clarity. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/5?silent=true)
- **#Theme component – Solved Topic Badge**
A conversation about errors with the theme component and how updates via pull requests resolved issues, as demonstrated by posts from @ozkn and @Don. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/281981/10?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Landing Pages Plugin 🛩**
Discussions about regression bugs, fixes by @angus, and user guidance on updating the plugin were shared by multiple users. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/180967/128?silent=true)
- **#Support – What font is used in [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org) editor?**
@haydenjames and @Arkshine dove into the details of the font settings, CSS variable overrides, and how to customize the appearance for editors. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362964/1?silent=true)
- **#Feature – Poll result user card not showing on hover**
Users debated whether clicking or hovering should reveal the user card, referencing discrepancies with expected Discourse behavior. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362871/1?silent=true)
- **#Bug – AI Helper stuck generating**
A report on the AI Helper misbehaving in the post menu—with error logs and language mismatch issues—sparked a technical troubleshooting thread led by @keegan and @MachineScholar. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362643/5?silent=true)
- **#Bug – Everyone in template\_groups\_allowed\_private\_templates disables it**
@RGJ discovered that including “Everyone” in the allowed groups for PM templates inadvertently breaks functionality, impacting private template sharing. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362943/1?silent=true)
- **#Announcements – Introducing: Comprehensive admin search**
@hugh presented an update on the integrated search experiences for site settings and administration, promising further UI refinements soon. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360157/18?silent=true)
- **#Site feedback – How should participants manage third-party plugin reports on Meta**
@Moin and @sam discussed the best practices for handling reports related to external plugins, debating recategorization versus migration of discussions. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362946/1?silent=true)
- **#Support – Why cant i see the pencil icon for edit history**
An admin’s issue with missing edit history icons was analyzed extensively, with suggestions to check theme components and [safe mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/53504?silent=true) settings. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362824/1?silent=true)
- **#Theme – Horizon Theme**
A lively discussion on design preferences in the Horizon Theme touched on element positioning, tag visibility, and aesthetic details with community input. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360486/10?silent=true)
- **#Plugin – Discourse Chatbot 🤖**
After a recent update, questions about the chatbot’s responsiveness and prompt adherence led to bug reports and subsequent fixes by @ozkn and @merefield. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/256652/1087?silent=true)
- **#Community – What exactly are crawlers?**
@Mittens sparked curiosity regarding crawler functionality and search engine indexing, with @nat providing an enlightening explanation and further resources. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362811/1?silent=true)
- **#Bug – Inconsistent code / requirements for PM tagging**
A detailed examination of the personal message tagging code revealed inconsistencies in group-based permissions, prompting calls for a closer look at the underlying checks. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362931/1?silent=true)
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
- **@supermathie** contributed his thoughts on modal behavior in the UX discussion by commenting on how the “Revise Post” button could better signal its function. Check out his input [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/3?silent=true).
- **@nat** added valuable insights into proper labeling and moderation workflows in the same thread, helping to clarify user expectations. See his contribution [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/2?silent=true).
- **@HAWK** offered practical tips on customizing button texts and reassured users that settings tweaks could resolve confusion. His advice is available [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/4?silent=true).
- **@sam** weighed in on API documentation challenges during the discussion on retrieving API endpoints, emphasizing that many issues are implementation-related. His post can be read [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/12?silent=true).
- **@keegan** investigated the AI Helper issues—clarifying error logging and language settings—in the thread about the AI helper’s behavior. View his response [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362643/8?silent=true).
- **@hugh** raised thoughtful questions about merging admin search functionalities in his update on comprehensive admin search. His commentary is posted [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360157/18?silent=true).
- **@mcwumbly** contributed technical details regarding API endpoint documentation, helping to frame broader discussions on backend stability. Read his insights [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/6?silent=true).
- **@tobiaseigen** got involved in troubleshooting theme component issues on the Solved Topic Badge thread, offering valuable perspectives. His input can be seen [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/281981/11?silent=true).
- **@pmusaraj** addressed security concerns related to passkeys in his detailed reply on the passkey bug discussion, guiding users through the resolution process. Check his explanation [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362510/8?silent=true).
- **@Bas** may have been quieter today, but their steady involvement ensured that discussions on group settings remained informed—read about related themes [here](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362889/1?silent=true).
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What a vibrant day on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)! From clarifying button labels to untangling API mysteries and refining admin tools, yesterday’s buzz left us smiling—and we’re already gearing up for another day full of lively discussions and creative fixes. Enjoy the buzz, and see you tomorrow!
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# Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
Below is a detailed roundup of our forum’s activity in the last 24 hours – a day filled with bug reports, insightful suggestions, and lively team discussions.
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## Key Stats
- **New Posts:** 112
- **New Topics:** 13
**Top Users:**
• @jordan-violet – 4 posts, 9 likes
• @kris.kotlarek – 3 posts, 9 likes
• @Moin – 4 posts, 8 likes
• @nat – 1 post, 6 likes
• @sam – 4 posts, 6 likes
• @supermathie – 4 posts, 5 likes
• @Jagster – 3 posts, 5 likes
• @Arkshine – 4 posts, 4 likes
• @HAWK – 1 post, 3 likes
• @Don – 5 posts, 3 likes
_Sourcing your stats from our [daily discussions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363074/1?silent=true) and [latest posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362973/1?silent=true)._
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## Interesting Topics
• **#Bug | #translator – Translator Translates Topic into Different Language!**
@NateDhaliwal kicked off a discussion around our new Translate feature misbehaving when a topic originally in English unexpectedly gets rendered in Spanish. The conversation dives into unexpected language switching and investigative steps with video evidence. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363074/1?silent=true)
• **#Bug | #data-explorer – Missing Query Plans in [Data Explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true)**
@Moin reported an issue where the query plan fails to appear despite the request including `explain: true`. Follow-up replies by @Arkshine and @kris.kotlarek highlighted the regression and provided a link to the fix in a pull request. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363061/1?silent=true)
• **#Installation – Recommendation for Number of Workers: cores × 2?**
A server performance question was raised by @Editor0732 concerning optimal Unicorn worker settings. Responses from @Falco, @Ed_S, and @supermathie provided detailed insights and practical advice. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363055/1?silent=true)
• **#UX | #moderation | #review-queue – Please Rename the “Revise Post” Button to Something Less Confusing**
The community discussed UI semantics and the flexibility behind moderation actions. Contributions from @HAWK, @hugh, @Jonathan5, and @Heliosurge reflect a strong desire for clearer workflow signals. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/6?silent=true)
• **#Bug | #header-search – Search in Header Gives Too Deep Results**
@Jagster raised an issue with the new site header search that causes deep results, preventing easy scrolling and access to saved searches. @sam confirmed that work is underway to improve this behavior. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362973/1?silent=true)
• **#Data & reporting | #data-explorer | #category-experts – Query Topics with Category Expert Posts?**
@jordan-violet questioned how to query topics that include approved category expert posts. A solution by @markvanlan provided clarity by pointing to a custom field in `topic_custom_fields`. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363020/1?silent=true)
• **#Feature | #ai – Listing Conversations with Artificial Intelligence on a Separate Page**
In an exploration of enhanced message filtering, @isaac and @kuaza shared excitement over a new direction for displaying AI-driven conversations on a dedicated page. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362711/7?silent=true)
• **#Dev | #rest-api – Programmatic Way to Get All API Endpoints for My Instance?**
@jordan-violet explored methods to auto-extract API endpoints from Discourse, sparking a discussion around stability and gradual improvements, with insights on historical context from Developer Relations. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/13?silent=true)
• **#Feature – Dynamic Open Graph Images for Topics?**
Discussing the impact of rich visuals on topic sharing, community members including @jimkleiber and @jordan-violet debated the benefits of dynamic OG images, with examples from enterprise contexts. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/309825/10?silent=true)
• **#Theme component | #mobile – F NAV - Mobile Navigation Tabs**
Users experienced issues with the latest Discourse update where Mobile Navigation Tabs (F NAV) started failing. The thread includes troubleshooting, fixes by @Don, and feature suggestions by @joo. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/342277/41?silent=true)
• **#Support | #google-fonts – What Font Is Used in [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org) Editor?**
A practical inquiry by @haydenjames about the font used in the editor was clarified by @Arkshine, explaining that CSS adjustments are no longer necessary following recent updates. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362964/8?silent=true)
• **#Bug | #Templates – “Everyone” in template\_groups\_allowed\_private\_templates Disables It**
Participants discussed a bug tied to private template permissions. The conversation features feedback and confirmation from team members, leading to a resolution in recent pull requests. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362943/6?silent=true)
• **#UX – Disabling Backups Does Not Remove Item from Admin Sidebar**
@kris.kotlarek confirmed that although backup buttons have been removed for new actions, the sidebar still shows legacy items for access. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362099/10?silent=true)
• **#Bug – Text Color Field for Categories Missing After Update**
@AstonJ reported that the text color field vanished during category editing. Follow-up comments by @sam and @Moin clarified that this was an intentional removal, with suggestions for workarounds. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363090/1?silent=true)
• **#Support – How to Resolve Pups Exec Errors During Discourse Bootstrap?**
A technical thread led by @Thomas_Rother and supported by @pfaffman and @Falco delved into container linking nuances and resolved errors in the bootstrap process. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362619/16?silent=true)
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## Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group
• **@kris.kotlarek** contributed valuable fixes in the [Missing Query Plans in Data Explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363061/8?silent=true) thread and followed up on the [Disabling Backups in Admin Sidebar](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362099/10?silent=true) report.
• **@sam** added insights by noting odd behavior in the [Translator Translates Topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363074/2?silent=true) discussion and confirmed pending improvements on [Search in Header](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362973/2?silent=true) and the [Text Color Field](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363090/2?silent=true) issue.
• **@nat** clarified the translation glitch in [Translator Translates Topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363074/3?silent=true), explaining that an LLM misclassification was at play.
• **@supermathie** offered performance recommendations in the [Recommendation for Number of Workers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363055/9?silent=true) thread and reinforced best practices for system resource management.
• **@HAWK** reported UI concerns in the [Revise Post Button](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/6?silent=true) topic, shaping the dialogue for enhanced moderator actions.
• **@markvanlan** provided a neat solution for querying category expert posts in [Query Topics with Category Expert Posts?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363020/3?silent=true), helping users leverage custom fields in their searches.
• **@hugh** joined the discussion over the [Revise Post Button](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362867/7?silent=true) and shared previews of an upcoming UI update.
• **@isaac** contributed early thoughts on the [Listing Conversations with AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362711/7?silent=true) initiative, setting the stage for future enhancements.
• **@Falco** investigated potential performance improvements in the [Recommendation for Number of Workers](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363055/2?silent=true) discussion and shared debugging tips in [Resolving Pups Exec Errors](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362619/18?silent=true).
• **@ted** highlighted a security nuance in [Silenced User Can Circumvent It Entering Anonymous Mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/320052/19?silent=true), ensuring enhanced compliance with passkey policies.
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What a day of troubleshooting, innovation, and lively team banter – yesterday’s flurry of bug fixes and feature brainstorming had us all buzzing like a beehive on a sunny day!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
- **New posts:** 89
- **New topics:** 9
**Top users (posts / likes)**
- @sam: 13 posts, 5 likes
- @merefield: 7 posts, 6 likes
- @Aaron_Walsh: 7 posts, 4 likes
- @tobiaseigen: 5 posts, 4 likes
- @Jagster: 4 posts, 4 likes
- @grubba: 1 post, 4 likes
- @Lilly: 1 post, 4 likes
- @Arkshine: 2 posts, 3 likes
- @nathank: 2 posts, 3 likes
- @KhoiUSA: 1 post, 3 likes
**Interesting Topics**
- #Support @Aaron_Walsh reported that the **Update Discourse** button vanished from the admin sidebar and shared screenshots of his dark-themed admin interface; @tobiaseigen walked him through [safe mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/53504?silent=true) and locale checks, and @merefield reminded him to install the Docker Manager plugin for the UI to appear [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363192/3?silent=true) [locale issue reference](https://meta.discourse.org/t/new-admin-sidebar-wheres-the-update-discourse-button/308213?silent=true)
- #Support @Lilly diagnosed a community layout glitch as a conflict with a local theme component, advised disabling it, and pointed to the official clickable-topic component for Sublime users [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363116/3?silent=true) [component link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/clickable-topic/183339?silent=true)
- #Support @emonunix described massive Sidekiq backlogs after large multisite imports; @supermathie recommended cranking up `DISCOURSE_SIDEKIQ_WORKERS` (suggested 32 then back down for normal ops) and checking Postgres `max_connections` [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363185/3?silent=true)
- #Support #bbcode: @Bhanu_Agarwal found the BBCode login tag unsupported; @merefield clarified that the Discourse-BBCode plugin doesn’t cover every tag, suggested opening a PR or exploring the #Marketplace for a custom solution [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363147/4?silent=true) [plugin repo](https://meta.discourse.org/t/discourse-bbcode/65425?silent=true)
- #Support @5hark’s site kept flipping to read-only mode; @nat pointed to reliable Redis/Postgres connections and disk-space checks as common culprits and linked the read-only modes docs [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363234/3?silent=true) [docs](https://meta.discourse.org/t/read-only-modes-in-discourse/296976?silent=true)
- #Support #ai #ai-helper: @Jagster lamented severe hallucinations from the AI Helper; after switching from `gpt-4.0-mini` to `gpt-4.1-mini` replies improved but still lacked up-to-date context [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363253/1?silent=true)
- #Plugin #experimental: @grubba unveiled **Discourse Open Graph** , a plugin to override `og:*`, Twitter, title, and description tags via a simple modal interface [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363183/1?silent=true)
- #Plugin @Doniel_Zoldan reported missing topic summaries in **Discourse AI Topic Summary** , and @merefield shipped a fix in PR [#26](https://github.com/merefield/discourse-ai-topic-summary/pull/26) [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/256711/152?silent=true)
- #Theme component: @nathank spotted that **Banner Featured Links** icons disappear when navigating back with Chrome; @Arkshine quickly pushed a patch—check it out on the live component [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/327497/16?silent=true)
- #Theme component #mobile: digitaldominica asked how to add the “New Topic” button to the **F NAV – Mobile Navigation Tabs** bottom bar; @Don confirmed the tweak works in post #50 [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/342277/50?silent=true)
- #Bug @patrickemin missed the manual text-color field for categories after a recent update; @lindsey escalated the issue to the feature engineer to restore custom color options alongside the automated feature [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363090/7?silent=true)
- #Bug #subfolder #ai-bot: @Bathinda followed up on subfolder site link generation and @sam confirmed the past fix resolved this longstanding issue [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/278007/3?silent=true)
- #Support @haydenjames found that clicking the “×” on the welcome banner doesn’t close it immediately for logged-in users; reproduces in Firefox, Chrome, and Safari [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363222/1?silent=true)
- #Bug @Jagster filed twin reports on **Reply as linked topic** leaving persistent drafts when the category remains unchanged [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363254/1?silent=true) [and](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363255/1?silent=true)
- #Bug @pfaffman shared a snippet to patch `digest_custom_html("above_footer")` to `.html_safe` in the daily digest template for sites using custom HTML in notifications [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/361988/5?silent=true)
**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @sam proposed a custom tool flow for **Building Modular AI Chatbots** (#Support) by uploading docs, passing `semantic_query` and `vaccine_name`, and injecting the result in the composer [link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/361807/10?silent=true); he also confirmed resolution of subfolder link bugs in [Links not generated properly for subfolder site](https://meta.discourse.org/t/278007/3?silent=true), marked several AI bot issues stale—[Discourse AI create user error](https://meta.discourse.org/t/312281/6?silent=true), [AI Bot in Chat isn’t responding](https://meta.discourse.org/t/318546/2?silent=true), [GPT 3.5 turbo report bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/293762/6?silent=true)—and added validation to [Validate the Name field for AI tools](https://meta.discourse.org/t/330830/2?silent=true).
- @Lilly jumped into [Community not displaying correctly – new problem – help!](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363116/3?silent=true) to pinpoint a local theme component conflict and link to the official [clickable-topic](https://meta.discourse.org/t/clickable-topic/183339?silent=true) solution.
- @tobiaseigen guided @Aaron_Walsh through admin update troubleshooting in [Are forum upgrade updates no longer available?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363192/3?silent=true) and weighed in on category management best practices in [How should participants manage third-party plugin reports on Meta](https://meta.discourse.org/t/362946/3?silent=true).
- @grubba introduced the [Discourse Open Graph plugin](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363183/1?silent=true), walking through its summary, repo, and install guide in one tidy post.
- @nat investigated the read-only mode issue in [This site is in read only mode](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363234/3?silent=true) by pointing to service-provider reliability checks, and later helped resolve a migration error for **Discourse Translator** in [Discourse Translator](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32630/443?silent=true).
- @supermathie optimized Sidekiq settings for high-throughput imports in [Issue: Extremely Slow Sidekiq Processing After Large Imports on Multisite Instance](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363185/3?silent=true).
- @lindsey escalated the missing text colour option for categories in [Text color field for categories missing after update](https://meta.discourse.org/t/363090/7?silent=true), looping in the feature engineer for a fix.
Keep calm and Discourse on—may your own updates be seamless and your AI helpers stay on-topic!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
- **93** new posts ([latest feed](https://meta.discourse.org/latest?silent=true)) and **16** new topics ([new topics](https://meta.discourse.org/new?silent=true)) in the last 24 hours.
- **Top Contributors** :
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**Interesting Topics**
#Bug
- **Icon missing in Admin panel after updating Discourse today** : @haydenjames noticed an SVG icon disappeared from the Admin UI post-update and @Arkshine opened a PR to re-add the missing `discourse-table` icon [see discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363295/1?silent=true)[read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363295/4?silent=true)
- **Emoji Paths Not Using CDN URLs** : @lava reported that custom emojis are served directly from S3 instead of the CDN in the composer; @david is digging into the controller/serializer discrepancy to restore CDN routing [details](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363404/1?silent=true)
- **Draft is no longer automatically saved after you click ‘keep editing’** : @Moin found that drafts created before closing aren’t re-autosaved after “keep editing” is clicked, risking data loss on reload [reproduce steps](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363367/1?silent=true)
- **Clicking “x” to close welcome banner does not work until page refresh** : @haydenjames discovered the welcome banner dismiss action isn’t reactive and requires a manual refresh; @Arkshine has proposed a core fix [investigation](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363222/3?silent=true)[PR link](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363222/4?silent=true)
- **Cursor jumps from title field to message box while typing new topic (pasting image)**: @haydenjames reported that pasting an image into the title area causes focus to jump into the body, interrupting topic creation [see bug](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363315/1?silent=true)
#Dev
- **Looking up and generating upload short-urls** : @merefield asked how to map `upload://` short-URLs to long URLs; @david explained the SHA1↔base62 conversion and pointed to the core lookup methods [solution](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363412/1?silent=true)
- **Request for Dynamic [Schema.org](http://Schema.org) in Theme Components**: @Aditya_Shevle wants theme-level JSON-LD injection for topics and replies; @RGJ reminded that the crawler view already emits [Schema.org](http://Schema.org) markup [discussion](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363392/1?silent=true)
- **Programmatic way to get all API endpoints for my instance?** : @RGJ asked for a machine-readable API list; @blake highlighted that the Discourse API docs are already in OpenAPI format at `/openapi.json` [learn more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/14?silent=true)
- **Best API for All First Posts in a Category** : @blake suggested using the [Data Explorer](https://meta.discourse.org/t/32566?silent=true) queries for fetching first posts per category as an alternative to a dedicated endpoint [more info](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/204883/8?silent=true)
#Feature
- **Using AI to assist in responding to new posts in Discourse** #ai: @wlandgraf proposed a “Draft response” button for Discourse AI to generate reply drafts; @awesomerobot & @sam discussed possible toolbar enhancements and upcoming persona work [read thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363298/1?silent=true)
- **Choose first day of the week on Upcoming Events calendar** #calendar-and-event: @jtooker requested a site-wide setting to start calendars on Sunday instead of Monday; the community discussed user vs. global config options [see feature](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/307785/19?silent=true)
#Support
- **How can I set the search results displayed in grid or mansionry** : @Frankz wanted grid/masonry layouts for search; @merefield pointed to the Topic List Previews theme component for grid views [details](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363357/1?silent=true)
- **Indexing Discourse Community Content in Glean AI** #ai: @Justin_Gonzalez ran into crawler limits when indexing protected categories; @Falco explained how to whitelist crawler UAs for a crawler-friendly HTML view [advice](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363335/1?silent=true)
- **Enable group to change Discourse texts** #groups: @awesomerobot showed how to grant a group `edit_all_post_groups` for site-wide text editing permissions [instructions](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362889/3?silent=true)
- **Share more social networks?** : @patrickemin asked to add Bluesky and others to the share links list; @Heliosurge recommended the [Social Share](https://meta.discourse.org/t/social-share/89980?silent=true) theme component [thread](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363371/3?silent=true)
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**Activity by the [@team](https://meta.discourse.org/groups/team?silent=true) Group**
- @david explained the SHA1↔base62 approach and core methods in [Looking up and generating upload short-urls](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363412/2?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot and @sam confirmed the current limitations of AI Triage and discussed adding a “generate reply” toolbar option in [Using AI to assist in responding to new posts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363298/3?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot outlined how to enable group editing of all posts in [Enable group to change Discourse texts](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362889/3?silent=true).
- @awesomerobot clarified trust level visibility settings in [Hiding the trust level groups](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362960/3?silent=true).
- @Falco suggested crawler UA configuration for full HTML rendering in [Indexing Discourse Community Content in Glean AI](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363335/4?silent=true).
- @blake pointed out that the Discourse API is documented in OpenAPI format in [Programmatic way to get all API endpoints](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/362648/14?silent=true).
- @Lilly diagnosed a JS error in the clickable-topic component and recommended using the search banner in [Community not displaying correctly – new problem](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363116/8?silent=true).
- @Danielle posted the replay link in [Webinar: Getting Buy-In for Your Community + Office Hours](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/360736/8?silent=true).
- @maiki confirmed that the Discourse AI tool name validation bug is fixed in [Validate the Name field for AI tools](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/330830/3?silent=true).
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> After a day of vanishing drafts, runaway cursors, and over-eager banners, here’s hoping today brings nothing but smooth posting and perfectly predictable pop-ups!
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Today on [meta.discourse.org](http://meta.discourse.org)…
**Key Stats**
- **New posts:** 83
- **New topics:** 13
- **Top users (24 h):**
- @awesomerobot — 4 posts, 8 likes
- @Falco — 7 posts, 7 likes
- @lindsey — 1 post, 6 likes
- @Southpaw — 1 post, 5 likes
- @merefield — 3 posts, 4 likes
- @TempAccount — 3 posts, 4 likes
- @robbie.morrison — 4 posts, 3 likes
- @Lilly — 2 posts, 3 likes
- @Damian_Boon — 6 posts, 2 likes
- @inquiry — 1 post, 2 likes
**Interesting Topics**
Here are 15 standout discussions from the last 24 hours, grouped by category.
- #Support @robbie.morrison asked how to add a **thin border** to a JPG image without a theme component in [Add border to image](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363471/1?silent=true), with @merefield demonstrating a devtools CSS hack and @awesomerobot explaining why inline CSS is stripped and recommending theme CSS or components. [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363471/6?silent=true)
- #Support @Falco clarified the impact of AI #ai persona file sizes on request cost and advised leaving `Upload chunk tokens` and `Search conversation chunks` at their defaults in [Do more persona files increase LLM request expenses?](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363440/3?silent=true). [read more](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363440/5?silent=true)
- #Support @Damian_Boon reported missing PWA install prompts on some Discourse-hosted sites in [Install PWA Not working as expected](https://meta.discourse.org/t/-/363488/1?silent=true), and @Falco diagnosed an invalid `