Why are the message icons not working?

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Message icons for posting, including fonts and attachments, were initially unresponsive for a user trying to attach a picture. The solution involved navigating to "Additional options" and selecting "manage attachments" to properly upload images. The issue resolved itself, suggesting a temporary glitch either with the website or the user's PC. Users are reminded that the icon for "insert image" is only for linking to images hosted elsewhere, not for direct uploads. Overall, the discussion highlights troubleshooting steps for attachment issues in message posting.
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Message icons don't work?

Hi,
I cannot use the icons (fonts, attachments, etc) when posting a message.
I click on any of them and nothing happends...
All I want to do is attach a pic. Any ideas?
Cheers
 
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figjam616 said:
Hi,
I cannot use the icons (fonts, attachments, etc) when posting a message.
I click on any of them and nothing happends...
All I want to do is attach a pic. Any ideas?
Cheers
Are you trying to attach a picture, as in upload it to the PF server, or link to a picture hosted elsewhere? The Icon that looks like a picture frame that says "insert image" is only for linking to a picture. To attach an image, you must scroll down to "Additional options", under "attach files", select "manage attachments", then follow instructions.
 


Evo said:
To attach an image, you must scroll down to "Additional options", under "attach files", select "manage attachments"

The problem was none of the icons/buttons/fonts settings would do anything when clicked on.
However the problem has righted itself, so the website or my pc was having s*** fit at the time.
Thanks Evo for your help.
 
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