PF Forum Changes: Clear Notification & Simplify Format

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Users are experiencing issues with persistent notifications that cannot be cleared, despite having been answered. There are also concerns regarding the font style of the online members list, which appears in large outlined fonts instead of standard text. Suggestions have been made to revert to a previous format for clarity and stability. Additionally, there is a call for a simpler interface overall. The discussion highlights ongoing problems and seeks improvements for user experience.
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I have a message (notification) that I can't clear, though it has been answered. Also, the list of on-line members is not written in normal fonts, but in large outlined fonts. Maybe PF could revert about 6 moths or so to a clear, stable format.

best regards, and hoping for a simpler interface...
 
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turbo said:
I have a message (notification) that I can't clear, though it has been answered. Also, the list of on-line members is not written in normal fonts, but in large outlined fonts.

Is the notification a visitor message? The outlined fonts and white fonts are known problems that I am working on.

turbo said:
best regards, and hoping for a simpler interface...

What could be made more simple for you?
 
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