Author Topic: Computer Hope Themes (Read 22894 times)

Computer Hope Admin · « **on:** August 22, 2008, 03:14:00 AM »

As some of you have already noticed I've reset everyone to the default Computer Hope theme and removed some of the alternative themes on the site. I'm trying to move towards everyone using the Computer Hope or YaBB classic theme because all changes and new features that have been made in the past and I plan to do in the future are going to be done to the default theme.

If you've used an alternative theme because there is something you don't like in the Computer Hope theme please mention it and I'll do my best to accommodate the default theme to meet your needs.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #1 on:** August 22, 2008, 03:21:36 AM »

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something you don't like in the Computer Hope theme please mention it and I'll do my best to accommodate the default theme to meet your needs.

Hmmm..... Do you want a word document or a text file? Either way, it will be a pretty big file.

Joking.

What about the Old ComputerHope Forums? Can we bring that theme back at all?

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #2 on:** August 22, 2008, 03:25:45 AM »

Post as many recommendations regarding the theme you'd like in this thread. Regarding the old Computer Hope forum theme, the default theme is actually based off that theme. So although it's not identical it's very similiar.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #3 on:** August 22, 2008, 03:28:41 AM »

What about a lighter shade of blue for ever second post on a topic? I know when I'm tired, it burns into my eyes.

But overall, the theme is pretty well designed. Off the top of my head, I have no suggestions. (Theme based at least)

CBMatt · « **Reply #4 on:** August 22, 2008, 03:31:30 AM »

Personally, I like the default theme and is what I have always used. I actually even considered copying it for my own forum...but it's not quite post-apocalyptic enough. Heh.

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #5 on:** August 22, 2008, 03:38:16 AM »

Quote from: CBMatt on August 22, 2008, 03:31:30 AM

Personally, I like the default theme and is what I have always used. I actually even considered copying it for my own forum...but it's not quite post-apocalyptic enough. Heh.

Heh. Well if you'd like I'd have no issues with sending you the code.

CBMatt · « **Reply #6 on:** August 22, 2008, 04:04:29 AM »

Heh, it's alright. It's a nice calm and friendly theme, but it wouldn't work for my forum. My forum is tied in to a game of mine and it's going to need a lot of grays and earth tones.

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #7 on:** August 22, 2008, 04:17:21 AM »

Quote from: Carbon Dudeoxide on August 22, 2008, 03:28:41 AM

What about a lighter shade of blue for ever second post on a topic? I know when I'm tired, it burns into my eyes.

But overall, the theme is pretty well designed. Off the top of my head, I have no suggestions. (Theme based at least)

Done. Changed from, #afc6db to #D3E0EB.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #8 on:** August 22, 2008, 04:54:39 AM »

Wow, this is different.....

CBMatt · « **Reply #9 on:** August 22, 2008, 05:01:13 AM »

Gah! Now it hurts my eyes! Heh.

EDIT: Darn, no difference between CH theme and Default theme, eh?

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #10 on:** August 22, 2008, 05:01:36 AM »

Quote from: CBMatt on August 22, 2008, 05:01:13 AM

Gah! Now it hurts my eyes! Heh.

Yeah. Can we make it a bit darker?

I'm not even tired yet

EDIT: Actually, it looked better before....... $:-\$

Calum · « **Reply #11 on:** August 22, 2008, 09:46:43 AM »

I wondered what had happened when I logged on . . .
Sorry, but I can't stand these colours, and CH doesn't look right to me in the SMF default theme.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #12 on:** August 22, 2008, 09:52:25 AM »

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Owww.... My eyes!

Says it all.

kpac · « **Reply #13 on:** August 22, 2008, 09:54:35 AM »

Quote from: Carbon Dudeoxide on August 22, 2008, 09:52:25 AM

Quote from: Kpac in PM
Owww.... My eyes!
Says it all.

Yep, I did say that, in case anyone's wondering....
To be honest it startled me....

kpac · « **Reply #14 on:** August 22, 2008, 10:02:35 AM »

Seems to be a problem with the "users and guests on and offline" in boards and topics...

EDIT: All topics and just Off Topic and Forum boards....

Kip · « **Reply #15 on:** August 22, 2008, 01:12:35 PM »

I prefer "SMF Default Theme - Core" because I like the softer color scheme.

CBMatt · « **Reply #16 on:** August 22, 2008, 04:19:50 PM »

See what happens when you open your big mouth, Carbon? Ha, now everyone's going blind! I vote for keeping the colors the way they were. It felt more welcoming to me.

Zylstra · « **Reply #17 on:** August 22, 2008, 07:22:39 PM »

I like the new color... its peaceful.

It doesnt match links very well though. Its like blue cotton candy in a dark red room.

Broni · « **Reply #18 on:** August 22, 2008, 07:42:16 PM »

Sorry for being late...
I really liked Babylon theme, and I'm gonna miss it, if it's gone for good.

ChrisXPPro · « **Reply #19 on:** August 22, 2008, 07:54:26 PM »

Don't mind the #D3E0EB but it'd be nice if the white was some very muted color - I use #ECFFFF in my apps instead of white - gives the eyes an easier time.

Even #EEEEEE altho a grey - takes the edge off white... tho just noticed we have #F8F8F8 already - that's not bad at all, just still a tad 'bright'.

Overall tho no biggie - it's a lot easier to view then some forums!!!

!~:.Pink Floyd.:~! · « **Reply #20 on:** August 22, 2008, 08:01:24 PM »

We could make Holiday themes

But for different themes a Slick

Black theme would go nice.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #21 on:** August 22, 2008, 08:37:59 PM »

Black Theme? Gray Theme? Nathan, we need the old theme back!!

Quote from: CBMatt on August 22, 2008, 04:19:50 PM

See what happens when you open your big mouth, Carbon? Ha, now everyone's going blind!

I have protective glasses -->

kpac · « **Reply #22 on:** August 23, 2008, 03:35:10 AM »

Quote from: Carbon Dudeoxide on August 22, 2008, 08:37:59 PM

I have protective glasses -->

LOL, not that again.

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #23 on:** August 26, 2008, 04:12:59 PM »

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I wondered what had happened when I logged on . . .
Sorry, but I can't stand these colours, and CH doesn't look right to me in the SMF default theme.

Suggestions?

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I prefer "SMF Default Theme - Core" because I like the softer color scheme.

If no objections are offered we could try copying some of the SMF default color schemes into the classic theme.

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I really liked Babylon theme, and I'm gonna miss it, if it's gone for good.

It can be brought back, I mainly just removed it so others would give the classic theme a try and provide feedback without just switching back.

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Don't mind the #D3E0EB but it'd be nice if the white was some very muted color - I use #ECFFFF in my apps instead of white - gives the eyes an easier time.

Even #EEEEEE altho a grey - takes the edge off white... tho just noticed we have #F8F8F8 already - that's not bad at all, just still a tad 'bright'.

Overall tho no biggie - it's a lot easier to view then some forums!!!

Thanks, we'll give that a shot.

kpac · « **Reply #24 on:** August 26, 2008, 04:18:34 PM »

Quote from: Computer Hope Admin on August 26, 2008, 04:12:59 PM

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I wondered what had happened when I logged on . . .
Sorry, but I can't stand these colours, and CH doesn't look right to me in the SMF default theme.

Suggestions?

Actually, I like the new colours, now that my eyes have gotten used to it.

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #25 on:** August 26, 2008, 04:25:44 PM »

Changing the white to a less harsh color as suggested by ChrisXPPro. Changed the white #F8F8F8 to #ECEDF3

-Updated. Changed to #ECEDF3; more of a grey than a white.

Zylstra · « **Reply #26 on:** August 26, 2008, 04:31:05 PM »

Had to CTRL+F5 that one...

Looks nice

stevejohnson1958 · « **Reply #27 on:** August 26, 2008, 04:34:57 PM »

I'm a little late replying here, Nathan.

I think the less themes you offer your users, the better off you'll be when it comes to adding changes to the forum.

I'm sure you're aware of adding modifications. The package manager for SMF is a true friend...which I just recently got to work on my forum...however, some of the mods require manual edits, if there are additional themes involved...this can definitely be a pain in the rump!

That's why I don't offer any additional forum themes on the site. Less to manage and update.

I know there are those who'll complain about the loss of available themes...but, it's better in the long run.

Broni · « **Reply #28 on:** August 26, 2008, 05:28:40 PM »

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I really liked Babylon theme, and I'm gonna miss it, if it's gone for good.

It can be brought back

Pleeeeeeeeease

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #29 on:** August 26, 2008, 05:44:07 PM »

Quote from: Broni on August 26, 2008, 05:28:40 PM

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I really liked Babylon theme, and I'm gonna miss it, if it's gone for good.

It can be brought back
Pleeeeeeeeease

Ok. It'll be brought back. But first can you make any suggestions to why you prefer that theme over the default theme. Also realize that all changes such as the Topic Starter bar, possibly the quick reply changes, etc. that are being done will only be done with the default Computer Hope theme.

Broni · « **Reply #30 on:** August 26, 2008, 05:54:16 PM »

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But first can you make any suggestions to why you prefer that theme over the default theme

I don't think, it's possible to answer such a question. Different people use different skins for number of computer related features: browsers. media players, etc.
It's like about a car with certain color you like, but I may prefer different color.
Babylon just feels comfy to me.

Dairyman · « **Reply #31 on:** August 26, 2008, 10:05:05 PM »

God, the things that been AWOL for more then a week does to you.

I like the new colors though.

-- dairyman

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #32 on:** August 27, 2008, 02:52:31 AM »

Yo Dairyman.

Hey Nathan, thanks for the new 'white' color.

CBMatt · « **Reply #33 on:** August 27, 2008, 03:02:16 AM »

Well, I liked the old colors a lot better, but at least with this adjustment to the white, it doesn't hurt my eyes anymore, so I guess I can't complain.

Carbon Dudeoxide · « **Reply #34 on:** August 27, 2008, 05:23:15 AM »

Quote from: Zylstra on August 26, 2008, 04:31:05 PM

Had to CTRL+F5 that one...

Looks nice

CTRL + Shift + R does the same.

Actually, it could be a little lighter.

LOL, darker blue, lighter white/gray

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #35 on:** August 27, 2008, 11:05:54 AM »

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I don't think, it's possible to answer such a question. Different people use different skins for number of computer related features: browsers. media players, etc.
It's like about a car with certain color you like, but I may prefer different color.
Babylon just feels comfy to me.

Ok. Added back.

Broni · « **Reply #36 on:** August 27, 2008, 04:47:53 PM »

Thank you

itsupportcell · « **Reply #37 on:** August 27, 2008, 09:55:37 PM »

Hi,

Truely speaking i don't like the SMF default theme. Please upgrade to a good looking theme for SMF.

Regards
Susant
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Zylstra · « **Reply #38 on:** August 28, 2008, 03:40:47 PM »

Another CTRL+F5

The area where the Home, Help, Moderators, Profile, Calendar, Logout, News, and Search stuff is looks a bit funny.. I will say that.

Why is the topic name bar gone from the reply box?

Computer Hope Admin · « **Reply #39 on:** August 28, 2008, 05:14:51 PM »

Quote from: Zylstra on August 28, 2008, 03:40:47 PM

Why is the topic name bar gone from the reply box?

Since you replied to the TO-DO list topic it's obvious that you learned why this was. However, you guys made good arguments so it's back.

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Author Topic: Computer Hope Themes (Read 22894 times)

Computer Hope Admin

Carbon Dudeoxide

Computer Hope Admin

Carbon Dudeoxide

CBMatt

Computer Hope Admin

CBMatt

Computer Hope Admin

Carbon Dudeoxide

CBMatt

Carbon Dudeoxide

Calum

Carbon Dudeoxide

kpac

kpac

Kip

CBMatt

Zylstra

Broni

ChrisXPPro

!~*:.Pink Floyd.:*~!

Carbon Dudeoxide

kpac

Computer Hope Admin

kpac

Computer Hope Admin

Zylstra

stevejohnson1958

Broni

Computer Hope Admin

Broni

Dairyman

Carbon Dudeoxide

CBMatt

Carbon Dudeoxide

Computer Hope Admin

Broni

itsupportcell

Zylstra

Computer Hope Admin

!~:.Pink Floyd.:~!