Reorganisation of ASF forum structure

[Joe Blow]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

So I guess the obvious question to ask at this point is: Does anyone find the new subforums more useful than the old system?

 

[Julia]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

I've just caught up with this thread after being immersed in my computer problems earlier.

I'm quite easy about it either way. Whatever most people want is fine with me.

However, possibly beside the point: There are a few members who have expressed appreciation to Joe for his efforts to constantly provide improvements and modifications which make this site more enjoyable for all of us. I just wonder how many of the majority who consistently use and enjoy ASF have actually considered making a financial contribution towards the running of the site instead of just offering criticisms of, for example, the minimal amount of advertising featured. I wouldn't like to be in Joe's place, particularly when it comes to refereeing squabbles amongst warring members, coping with "Analyst" type crazy stuff , along with keeping all the background technical stuff happening smoothly.

Just seems to me to be a bit unfair to always take for granted that everything will always be as we expect it to be, without considering the possibility that just maybe one day Joe might say to himself: "I think I'll just stop providing this forum - it's all just become too stressful".

Just a suggestion.

Julia

 

[surelle]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Hi Julia
I tend to agree with you about Joe. I think we should just show appreciation, rather that criticism....
cheers

 

[BraceFace]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

I'm quite easy about it either way. Whatever most people want is fine with me.

I just wonder how many of the majority who consistently use and enjoy ASF have actually considered making a financial contribution towards the running of the site instead of just offering criticisms of, for example, the minimal amount of advertising featured.
Julia

Julia, I think you should stop sitting on the fence. Either you like the new format or you don't. I think Joe is looking for feedback either way.

Your suggestion about making financial contributions towards the running of the site is very sentimental but quite unrealistic. Perhaps you might be the first person to offer him a donation?

Although I'm sure we all obviously admire Joe's unselfish efforts, no-one (apart from yourself maybe) is going to set up a donation fund for him (Sorry Joe). Obviously the few people who chose to donate would be subsidising the forum for all the rest of us freeloaders.

To make it fair, and help fund the forum in an equitable manner, there would have to be a subscription fee for all "members".
No way Jose. The forum would die overnight.

So lets get real here. The forum is great how it is. Joe does an awesome job running it. We appreciate his time and efforts and we all encourage him to keep up the good work. But.... we must all be cognizant of the fact that it is not his full time gig and the forum may have some shortcomings.

 

[Julia]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Julia, I think you should stop sitting on the fence. Either you like the new format or you don't. I think Joe is looking for feedback either way.

Your suggestion about making financial contributions towards the running of the site is very sentimental but quite unrealistic. Perhaps you might be the first person to offer him a donation?

Although I'm sure we all obviously admire Joe's unselfish efforts, no-one (apart from yourself maybe) is going to set up a donation fund for him (Sorry Joe). Obviously the few people who chose to donate would be subsidising the forum for all the rest of us freeloaders.

To make it fair, and help fund the forum in an equitable manner, there would have to be a subscription fee for all "members".
No way Jose. The forum would die overnight.

So lets get real here. The forum is great how it is. Joe does an awesome job running it. We appreciate his time and efforts and we all encourage him to keep up the good work. But.... we must all be cognizant of the fact that it is not his full time gig and the forum may have some shortcomings.

Braceface:

1. I am not "sitting on the fence" as you put it. I simply do not care which way I access stock information. Simple as that.

2. I don't see anything "sentimental" about showing appreciation for something I value, whether it be in a verbal or financial form. For your information I have made and will continue to make a financial contribution towards the running of ASF. There is nothing unrealistic about that. Joe has always made it clear that he will keep ASF fee free so as not to disadvantage those who cannot pay. I have no different an attitude towards this as to many other situations - when I value something I'm happy to express that.

Your attitude is yours. You are welcome to it.

Julia

 

[Rafa]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Take a deep breath everyone...

 

[Happy]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Just a thought.

We have 3 sub folders in ASX one and just last post shown.

Would it be possible to show the latest one from each sub folder?

 

[Joe Blow]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Just a thought.

We have 3 sub folders in ASX one and just last post shown.

Would it be possible to show the latest one from each sub folder?

Hi Happy,

If you click on the 'ASX Stock Chat' forum you will see each of the subforums listed separately at the top, each with its own 'Last Post' shown.

With regards to the reorganisation of the 'ASX Stock Chat' forum generally, I will keep it going for another couple of weeks to give it a fair chance and then will create a poll and put it to a vote. I have always respected the wishes of ASF members and will continue to do so.

 

[Richard Willoughby]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Hello Joe,
like most i liked the old better however i have been using the "new posts"
to browse if that could be limited to "new posts stocks" only i would be happier. appreciate your efforts here, and will be returning anyway.
cu richard

 

[Happy]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

On the other hand we could thank our lucky stars it is not 26 Sub-Forums

Did anybody think of 2, or I am the first one?

 

[Happy]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Joe,
Is there a way to jump between: A-H, I-P, Q-Z subfolders without having to go back to ASX Stock Chat?

Maybe there is, but I have extra talent in not seeing and finding things, so apologies in advance, if I make a fool of myself again.

 

[Joe Blow]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Joe,
Is there a way to jump between: A-H, I-P, Q-Z subfolders without having to go back to ASX Stock Chat?

There certainly is Happy. If you scroll down the page, toward the bottom on the right you will see the 'Forum Jump' drop down box (see attached pic). Simply select the forum you wish to 'jump' to, and you're there!

 

[Happy]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Thanks Joe,
Found it, actually I new it existed, but somehow didn’t click before asking my question.

But I have 1 more wish.

Could you put the button on top of the page?
Because everything aligns to top of the page and this way, suppose I can change to ‘last post last’ configuration so I can be more often on the bottom of the page.

Well, it is no crime to ask.

 

[Joe Blow]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Could you put the button on top of the page?

Hmmm... this may be a little trickier. I will have a look but can't make any promises.

 

[Whiskers]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Is it just my computer or is the forum server faulty?

Whenever I click on new posts from the general discussion thread, the list does not include at least some general discussion threads, maybe others, but when I click on new posts again it does, include a bigger list.

 

[Ves]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Is it just my computer or is the forum server faulty?

Whenever I click on new posts from the general discussion thread, the list does not include at least some general discussion threads, maybe others, but when I click on new posts again it does, include a bigger list.

The "ASF how do I do it?" thread has a discussion about the changes to this that you may find answers your question.

 

[Shaker]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Hi Whiskers

First click = stock related
2nd click = the rest

Shaker

 

[Whiskers]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

The "ASF how do I do it?" thread has a discussion about the changes to this that you may find answers your question.

Hi Whiskers

First click = stock related
2nd click = the rest

Shaker

Thanks guys!

A relief... thought maybe I was up for a new computer.

 

[nulla nulla]

Re: Reorganisation of ASX Stock Chat forum

Ah grasshopper, first one click, then two. All will be revealed.

 

[Joe Blow]

I'm sure that you have all noticed by now that I have made some fairly significant changes to the way the individual forums here at ASF are categorised and structured.

I have made these changes primarily because the old forum structure had remained essentially intact since ASF was first established back in 2004. After nine and a half years with very few changes, the time was ripe for a re-evaluation and a restructuring. I felt there needed to be a little more order in what was essentially a relatively random forum display order. I wanted to see the discussion of stocks at the top of the forum list to make it easier for newcomers, followed by other market related forums, and then non-market related forums at the bottom of the list.

I realize these changes might be a little disconcerting initially, but I am sure that it won't be long until everyone adapts to the new system.

I welcome any feedback on the changes.