Attachment Approval: Will Thread Jump to Top?

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When an attachment is approved in a forum, it does not automatically move the thread to the top, which can lead to important discussions being overlooked. This is a concern in busy forums where new threads frequently emerge, potentially burying threads reliant on attachments. Users suggest utilizing image-hosting sites for better visibility and encourage more detailed responses instead of relying solely on attachments. The forum moderator is considering changing the system to help improve thread visibility upon attachment approval. Enhancing the notification process for approved attachments could also be beneficial for user engagement.
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I've got a question here. When an attachment is approved does the thread automatically jump to the top of the forum? Because I'm concerned that in a popular forum where many new threads are created all the time, threads whose content are heavily dependant on attachments may not be addressed until their attachment has been approved and by then they may be buried in the 2nd or 3rd page.
 
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Defennder said:
I've got a question here. When an attachment is approved does the thread automatically jump to the top of the forum? Because I'm concerned that in a popular forum where many new threads are created all the time, threads whose content are heavily dependant on attachments may not be addressed until their attachment has been approved and by then they may be buried in the 2nd or 3rd page.

Hi Defennder! :smile:

Yes, it's a big problem (I think even the OP doesn't get a notification) …

for images, it would be better if members used image-hosting sites

and, for answers, if they took the trouble to actually type them out! :rolleyes:

(helpful tip: if I'm minded to answer a post, but i need to see the diagram, then i subscribe to it in a special "delete" folder, which i can check once a day :wink:)
 
Hmmm, this is something I might take into consideration. When I approve texts, the, the posts stay where they are, But I could change that. Is that something everyone thinks would help?
 
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