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Topics launched -- new way to use AfterDawn
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The following comments relate to this news article:
article published on 31 January, 2008
AfterDawn's main navigation has remained virtually the same for almost a decade now. The familiar split between news, software, guides, etc has been an integral part of our site since the very beginning.
But for many, many years, we've received emails and feedback reports from our users (specially new users) saying that when you first time arrive at AfterDawn, it is really hard to understand ... [ read the full article ]
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31. January 2008 @ 12:31 |
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Personally i think theres too much on each page now. Anyway, thanks for close function for me its much appreciated!
Lecsiy
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emugamer
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31. January 2008 @ 12:32 |
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Very nice - I like it a lot. I'm on a laptop now, so it looks cluttered, but I know it will look good at home when I expand the width of firefox to fit my new 22" widescreen monitor (16:10)
Thanks!
:-)
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goodswipe
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31. January 2008 @ 12:41 |
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Yea, looks really cluttered but, the nice close option can take care of that. :)
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I hate titles
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31. January 2008 @ 12:44 |
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I agree, it might look slightly "cluttered" on small resolutions, but shouldn't be too confusing when using 1280 width or larger. After all, only a very small portion of our users still use 1024x768 or smaller resolutions. But as stated, the magic close button can free up some space if needed :-)
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MrXenu
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31. January 2008 @ 13:06 |
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Wow i think this is a rele great idea!
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31. January 2008 @ 13:51 |
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Meh useless, waste of space. Thank God for the close function. Screw n00bs!
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31. January 2008 @ 14:18 |
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Is it possible that once we login to have our own customizable navigation bars? that would be great... so i can pick the stuff i am interested in.
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I hate titles
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31. January 2008 @ 14:24 |
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Originally posted by munx:
Is it possible that once we login to have our own customizable navigation bars? that would be great... so i can pick the stuff i am interested in.
Well, we have stuff on our "code to-do list" for about 2 years now, but sure, I'll add this one to the list too, as I think it is a pretty good idea.
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31. January 2008 @ 14:53 |
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It's nice being able to open/close it at will.
Definately interested in the customizable nav bars. That's a sweet idea.
All in all, i think it "crams" the page a bit. *shrugs* maybe just take some getting used to. Thanks for the close function!
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31. January 2008 @ 15:10 |
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Originally posted by dRD:
Originally posted by munx:
Is it possible that once we login to have our own customizable navigation bars? that would be great... so i can pick the stuff i am interested in.
Well, we have stuff on our "code to-do list" for about 2 years now, but sure, I'll add this one to the list too, as I think it is a pretty good idea.
I think it would be particularly helpful to allow not only Topics, but also shortcuts to threads, guides, and glossary items. Because I'm always on the lookout for more work for you boss ;)
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31. January 2008 @ 15:54 |
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Great addition but can make the screen look cluttered for users with traditional screens (as opposed to 16:9 or 16:10).
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31. January 2008 @ 16:02 |
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Quote:
Great addition but can make the screen look cluttered for users with traditional screens (as opposed to 16:9 or 16:10).
I agree, however, this is probably the reason why they incorporated a "close" button.
I personally don't like it at the moment, but thats partially because its a new thing that I haven't got used to yet.
Anyway, its great to see some "small" additions like this coming up with more frequency. It keeps the site fresh and exciting.
I am still hoping for a "Post Review" button on the news articles because I enjoy being able to look at my post before its "official" but I am sure that the feature is somewhere on the "to-do" list and will come around sometime.
Anyway, keep up the great work dRD (and everyone else!) I am glad to be a part of this wonderful community.
Peace
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31. January 2008 @ 16:13 |
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I think you guys have done enough. I remember when we got the current site layout. You guys do a fine job and having the x button on the topics. I have been here 2+ years so I'm used to the current layout.
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31. January 2008 @ 17:56 |
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seems like a good idea, even though it crowds a tiny bit on my 4:3 screen. doesn't look bad to me, though, so i give it nothing but praise.
i might actually use it.
oh, that's right, i live bookmark the feed.
maybe one day i'll use it, either way it's a good thing.
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waughfam
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1. February 2008 @ 13:37 |
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The nav bar fits well. Looks good and functions smoothly. I don't have to hunt as hard for articles I want. Great JOB !!!
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sdemusiak
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1. February 2008 @ 17:04 |
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I love it. Innovation keeps AD fresh and relevant. Keep up the good work.
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2. February 2008 @ 03:42 |
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Friends are always asking me how to's and I give them your IP address.
The new format will be great for them as they have had problems finding what they eeded.
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ispy
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2. February 2008 @ 06:49 |
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Nice and simple navigation,afterall people come here looking for specific topics so its a great help to them,nice move having the Close function though.
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2. February 2008 @ 09:26 |
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Originally posted by vurbal:
Originally posted by dRD:
Originally posted by munx:
Is it possible that once we login to have our own customizable navigation bars? that would be great... so i can pick the stuff i am interested in.
Well, we have stuff on our "code to-do list" for about 2 years now, but sure, I'll add this one to the list too, as I think it is a pretty good idea.
I think it would be particularly helpful to allow not only Topics, but also shortcuts to threads, guides, and glossary items. Because I'm always on the lookout for more work for you boss ;)
...And, perhaps, the exceptionally overlooked Forum Rules.
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pjmarz
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2. February 2008 @ 09:40 |
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I Liked It!!!!!!
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1967
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2. February 2008 @ 15:42 |
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I like it, a bit clustered on my lap top but on the 21'' or the projector in the front room it is great.
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rickland
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2. February 2008 @ 15:56 |
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I would like something more along the line of a TreeView style navigation and one that I can customize but a normal one would be fine for me
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bilbo.b
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3. February 2008 @ 04:53 |
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I've been using this site for some time now and I am pleased to see changes for the better. I have a 19 inch screen but it doesn't look cluttered to me at all. Well done.
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3. February 2008 @ 19:03 |
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Congradulations! I really like the way the new site looks. It is streamlined and pretty with the blue and white speckled background. The only thing I would like to see on the list is a heading on the guides or instructions or whatever you want to call it because I go to that section a lot. There does not appear to be one on this new list. Keep up the good work!
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donh127
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10. February 2008 @ 11:59 |
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I like the organization - only suggestion is a "topic" for say the last three weeks posting of all items - i.e. go to one place for all new postings
Thanks again for a great source of info and help.
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