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Suggestion for the LD Forum Structure
I've notice that the Foretravel Forum has something like "Stickies" at the top of some of their Forums.  In recent weeks, there have been a good number of very thoughtful and complete replies to often asked questions.  I'd like to suggest that the Moderators consider that structure for our Forum.   In addition, I'd suggest that Forum Members could or would suggest to the Moderators a particular Post for further consideration as a "Sticky."  Just an idea for consideration.
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Quote from: Traxless  - 
I've notice that the Foretravel Forum has something like "Stickies" at the top of some of their Forums.  In recent weeks, there have been a good number of very thoughtful and complete replies to often asked questions.  I'd like to suggest that the Moderators consider that structure for our Forum.  In addition, I'd suggest that Forum Members could or would suggest to the Moderators a particular Post for further consideration as a "Sticky."  Just an idea for consideration.
Ed, I snooped around and could not find a "sticky". Perhaps you could direct me to one by # or date or whatever is used to track it down.
Chris
Formerly: 2002 30' IB
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I peruse several forums with "stickies", and I am not so enthused about them. Since we now have the ability to bookmark a thread, we can create our own personal set of high interest threads. Most of the stickies on the forums I use are just irrelevant clutter to me that were at one time of interest to a few active members. Sometimes these occupy an entire screen of real estate I have to scroll through to get to new topics.  Bookmarking topics is a better way IMO.
Paul
'92 Mid Bath
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Quote from: Michelle C  - 
Chris - here on LDO I believe it's "Pin" at the bottom left of a topic.  If there is a particularly useful reference topic, a moderator can "Pin" the topic, which "stickies" it to the top of a board (only moderators can pin/unpin). 

Now - a caveat.  You don't want too many pins/stickies because being at the top of a board they force the active topics lower in the list.  Too many pinned topics and folks will have to scroll down too far to get to the current content.  So be judicious in what you pin, (and you can "unpin" as a topic becomes outdated).  These should be topics with relatively membership-wide relevance.

Now, with that said, I believe Steve had mentioned eventually creating a wiki here on LDO, which is really the best way to store reference/FAQ information (and have members themselves help with the content).
Thanks, Michelle. Now that I understand this better, I think letting members bookmark what's important to them is the best route to take. However, if anyone finds something that s/he feels should be called to folks' attention, please let me know and I will give pinning the topic consideration. Personally, I have found bookmarking a huge organizational plus for the information from this forum I want to cache. And later, if the bookmark is no longer relevant, it's easy to delete.
Chris
Formerly: 2002 30' IB
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My two cents worth. If it's really a timeless topic, it should be edited for clarity and posted on The Companion. If you have what you think is a timeless topic send it to me for posting on The Companion. There is an effort there to classify things and not mix tires with coffee makers, etc.
Don & Dorothy
Sold our LD in June of 2023

Our boring always non-PC travel blog
Traveling Dorothy
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Quote from: Don Malpas  - 
My two cents worth. If it's really a timeless topic, it should be edited for clarity and posted on The Companion. If you have what you think is a timeless topic send it to me for posting on The Companion. There is an effort there to classify things and not mix tires with coffee makers, etc.
Thanks for offering to do this, Don. 
Chris
Formerly: 2002 30' IB
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It might be a good idea to place the link to The Companion where it can easily be found by newcomers.
Andrew
2008 Rear Bath
(previously 1999 TK)
 
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What is the Companion?
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
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Quote from: HiLola  - 
What is the Companion?
Grasshopper, the Companion is the magical place where all answers can be found and true enlightenment can be achieved  ...
In maters concerning Lazy Daze that is ....  and enlightenment will use less power if you switch to LEDs
Currently: 2008 36' Tiffin Open Road
Previously: 2007 Mid Bath
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Quote from: John DaCrema  - 
Grasshopper, the Companion is the magical place where all answers can be found and true enlightenment can be achieved  ...
In maters concerning Lazy Daze that is ....  and enlightenment will use less power if you switch to LEDs


But John--there's no topic labeled "gremlins"   :'(

Lynne
Lynne
LDy Lulubelle, Green '05 31' TB
Lilly, the 4-Legged Alarm