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The new PF skin has led to a noticeable decrease in thread views in subforums, possibly due to users adjusting to the format or the need for more scrolling to access content. There are concerns about the signature phrase "Welcome to Physics Forums, you should totally join," which some find too informal and off-putting. Suggestions for a revised signature include alternatives that maintain a welcoming tone without the casual language. The discussion highlights the need for feedback on the new design and signature to enhance user experience. Overall, the community is seeking improvements to increase engagement and satisfaction with the forum's presentation.
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I quite like the new PF skin overall, but there are a couple of things I would like to bring up.

I seems to me that threads in the subforums are getting less views than they were getting in the old format. This may be because most people are getting used to the new format or because there seems to be a lot less to see per page (i.e more scrolling is needed to see more of the contents of the subforum at least without any configuration). Or perhaps the counter is just on a delay.

Also, others may disagree, but I think the signature 'Welcome to Physics Forums, you should totally join' is a bit in your face and a bit to chatty and I don't really like how it comes across. I am not really one for coming up with a good signature but something a bit less may be better.

Just my $0.02...
 
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CAF123 said:
subforums are getting less views than they were getting in the old format

Some of it could be the counter delay but also Google needs to recrawl all the threads.

CAF123 said:
more scrolling is needed

I can work on reducing that

CAF123 said:
Welcome to Physics Forums, you should totally join

I can come up with something else. Have any suggestions?
 
Greg Bernhardt said:
I can come up with something else. Have any suggestions?
I'll have a think, it is just the word 'totally' that puts me off I guess. I'm not sure what anybody else thinks.
 
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Not a finalist and could use help - just a seed for thought: "PhysicsForums: Welcoming young minds, of any age - join us today!"
 
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Not a finalist and could use help - just a seed for thought: "PhysicsForums: Welcoming young minds, of any age - join us today!"

@Greg Bernhardt : OMG! I just noticed you've updated to that text. I'm tickled beyond words, yet I tossed it in the air hoping to encourage feedback and input from others. Can we give that another go? Here's a tweak for consideration:
"PhysicsForums: Welcoming young minds of all ages - join us today!"
 
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