Is there any update on this thread, looking to achieve exactly the same by adding a Locked / Closed tag (icon) when a topic is closed ?
I have already used the code to ensure text does not turn Grey, so just looking to add some form of symbol so forum users can see topic thread has been closed
Thanks
BTW – for reference for others, code to stop Closed Topics text changing to Grey is …
#bbpress-forums .status-closed,
#bbpress-forums .status-closed a {
color: #000 !important;
}
GD bbPress Tools is what I use and works well for my Forum members to have individual signatures etc.
Not tried it with Hyperlinks.
I have manged to come up with a way to achieve what I want and thought I would share it with others on this BBPRESS forum.
So I wished to show an activity stream that lists the most recent post /replies, which can include many posts from the same topic as the standard widget does already, but also expand the each post so it is readable by default (like a preview window) ?
So I already use GD Power Search for bbPress and have created a custom search parameter via hyperlink which shows the newest post regardless of where they may come from as either a single topic or multiple, the key is post post/reply freshness.
The link I used (added to menu) is (https://uktechhub.com/forums/search/-/?gdpos=power-search-request&gdpos_search_types=reply) which performs a search each time for newest post/reply and displays the text box.
A crude workaround, but it works 😉
I forgot to mention, I use the widget (BBPRESS- Recent replies) which work well but am looking o achive the same results via a MENU drop down (shortcoode) or simular hyperlink.
I use the following to show latest Topics – https://uktechhub.com/forums/view/latest-topics/
Looking o achieve simular for Replies ?
@robin-w on the other topic is very knowledgeable, turn off all cache plugin and see if problem is still there.
Are you using any cookies plugin, as this I have had issue with ?
have you always had this problem, as maybe a theme issues, any chance of you trying a different theme, just for testing ?
Is the problem relating to you as an Moderator when you are logged in / out or as a forum user (participant) logged in/out ?
I found W3 Total cache did not offer any perfomance improvements and I actually had less visitors when using the cache plugin.
The plugin works and does cache certain areas, but I am working with my hosting company to ensure server side cache is best, as nothing really else I have tried isas good as i was hoping (for BBPRESS)
Take a look at https://bbpress.org/forums/topic/bb-press-conflict-with-w3-total-cache/
in particular the below options to add to the page cache>never cache –
/forums*
/forum*
/topic*
/topics*
/reply*
Hi @neon67
Did you ever manage to find a suitable option for BBPRESS cache or is W3 Total Cache still your best option ?
As a follow up, I am now using Comet Cache (free version) which seems to suit my Forum better and has various options that include for logged in users, Cache pages are not shown. (others have this also) but is an important point .
Simple plugin with great options, 😉
I will have a look, thank you for tip
Hi Robin
As always many thanks, I assume your sites are VPS or simular, so you have good core hardware. ?
Apologies for opening an old thread, given w3 total cache is not ideally suited for caching for BBPRESS – but is good for wordpress, is there an alternative cashing plugin suitable for BBPRESS or is BBPRESS generally best left un cashed ?
Thanks
Thank you, This particular plugin has caused my sub forums not to be displayed whilst in current format, so hopefully just a glitch I have to add to the list to resolve ;-(
Well WP Smush does not work with my BBPRESS Layout, removes a lot of of Forum headers visually ;-(
This is to help load pages and post quicker I hope 😉
Thank you, I think I will take a look at my /bbpress/form-reply.php and see if the change can be achieved easily.
Thanks
This Forum bbpress.org does exactly the same, as a point or reference ?
FYI _ – I spent months on this topic fiddling and testing and my layout is working well now, I ended up changing to a different theme, since then so much better from a BBPRESS perspective.
For testing, try the https://themespiral.com/themes/timesnews/ theme as see if issue persists ?
This post actually reminded me to try again the Forum Styling and is working well with no missing sub forums etc.;-)
This is the plugin for using shortcodes in menu – hope this helps ?
Shortcode in Menus
I know, but we have to work with what we have – and I am not an expert 😉
To save time, try registering at my site and if the profile works how you are happy to accept, then I can detail how I got mine to work, I can delete your account afterwards if you prefer ?
Home
Does the [bsp-profile] shortcode not work if placed upon a page and is already logged in ?
I am using the [bsp-profile] shortcode via a menu option, as simpler for users to see and use and can be hidden if user is not logged in etc ?
You and I both 😉
Try the first option: as it does depend on your Theme
i.e go to your Dashboard > Appearance > Customise > Additional CSS and cut and paste the following in there (exactly as it is)
#bbpress-forums #bbp-search-form {
display: none !important;
}
Thank you, I now have choices which is great news 😉
As Always Robin, a big thank you as the plugin now works as expected and no duplication occurs 😉
