Posted by: @iancalderbank

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I'm not sure if its me and I'm going mad, but the "preview" button at the bottom of the compose box seems to have disappeared since the move to the new server?

I'd disabled that feature when I was troubleshooting performance issues and wasn't sure whether anyone was using the preview, so I disabled it. Since you're using it, it's now been enabled and back .

Posted by: @toodles

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I am receiving messages that lack the link to the posting

Ah yes. Apologies @toodles

I've been collecting all the links here while I fashion them into a a suit of chain-mail. 😎 

@transparent, all my links are appearing in all emails. Is that not the case for everyone?

Unfortunately not @editor 

We haven't had embedded links for at least a day.

@toodles, is it working now for you?

@editor Hello Editor, Yes! I think it is, thank you! Regards, Toodles.

And just one more thing please Mars, please could you re-instate the text size option in the reply pane as at the moment, there is only the (to me at least) very small text size only; when I enlarge the image to read what I have ‘wroted’ I then need to scan the lines across the screen two or three times for each line. Regards, Awkward Sod Toodles.

@toodles, unfortunately, due to recent updates to our forum's underlying content management system, we're currently facing limitations in customising certain user interface elements, including the text size adjustment feature in the reply pane. These updates, aimed at enhancing overall security and performance, have restricted our ability to modify or reintroduce certain features without potentially compromising the stability and security of the entire platform.

While we work on resolving the text size adjustment feature in our forum's reply pane, I have a suggestion that might help you manage the small text size issue on your iPad. iPads have built-in accessibility features that can be used to enlarge text across applications. Here’s how you can use these features:

1. Zoom Functionality:

   • Go to your iPad’s Settings, then select Accessibility.
   • Choose Zoom and toggle it on.
   • With Zoom enabled, you can use three fingers to double-tap the screen, which zooms into the area. You can then drag with three fingers to move around the screen. Double-tap with three fingers again to return to the normal view.

2. Larger Text Option:

   • In the Settings under Accessibility, you can also find the 'Larger Text' option.
   • Enable 'Larger Accessibility Sizes' for more range.
   • Then, adjust the slider until you find a text size that's comfortable for you.

3. Safari Reader Mode:

   • If you are accessing the forum through Safari, you can use the Reader Mode for a more comfortable reading experience.
   • When on the forum page, tap the 'AA' icon on the left side of the Safari address bar and select 'Show Reader Mode'.
   • In Reader Mode, you can tap the 'AA' icon again to adjust the text size specifically for that page.

@editor - sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I am still not getting email notifications for many of the posts made to threads I am subscribed to. Not the end of the world, I can scan the 'Latest Posts' list, but it is more convenient to have notifications, rather than have to check manually.

@editor Thank you Mars, I use Larger Text as my default anyway but I am also trying to remember to use the Safari ‘AA’ feature once on a page and ready to scroll down - not as good as a larger font in the first instance though;-) Regards, Toodles.

@cathoderay, thanks for letting me know. I'm actively monitoring the situation and exploring options to enhance the delivery process. It was quite surprising to see the sheer volume of notifications being dispatched every hour during peak site activity. To manage this, I've implemented a "throttling" mechanism for the email notifications. This means they won't be sent out immediately but will instead be staggered, resulting in a delay of about 5-10 minutes before they're dispatched. So far, I haven't observed any errors on the outgoing side, but I'll keep a close eye on it and make further adjustments if necessary, aiming to optimise the delivery of notifications.

As we embrace 2024, our vision is to make this platform the top community for UK homeowners interested in renewable heating and related subjects. We are immensely proud of the supportive environment that all the forum members have helped us create. It's really heartening to see homeowners unite, sharing their experiences and knowledge.

Our humble forums from two years ago have evolved into a valuable knowledge base, addressing specific issues and problems, largely driven by homeowner experiences. This user-generated wisdom often surpasses the advice (or lack of it) from professional installers.

We've already started making changes, as you might have noticed with our new logo. More improvements are on the way, and we value your suggestions. Remember, this community thrives on your contributions, as it's all about homeowners like you. Share your ideas and thoughts and feel free to DM or email me: editor@renewableheatinghub.co.uk

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