Is there a way for Mobile PFers to report posts?

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Mobile users on the PF forum currently lack the ability to report posts, which is seen as essential for maintaining forum quality. Users have noted the absence of several key features, including the report post option, the ability to go to the first new post, and thread subscription. While some users are indifferent to the missing features, the consensus emphasizes that the reporting function is crucial. The discussion highlights a need for improvements to enhance user experience on mobile. Addressing this issue could significantly contribute to better forum management.
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Specifically, there isn't one. Mobile PFers have no way to report posts.

I found this while considering whether to report a post I saw (I later decided not to)... Any way to fix this?
 
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PF Mobile is lacking a number of buttons: Report Post, Go To First New Post, and Subscribe to Thread, off the top of my head.
 
Yes, but the ability to report a post is a vital part of keeping the forum a good place. As such, I believe PFMers should have it.

I don't mind the other two buttons being missing.
 

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