August 31, 2009 3:28 AM BST
Melody, I know suggestions like yours have been brought up before and because of technical issues moderator forum posts can't really be hidden from the recent list. I wish there was more to tell you, most moderator forum posts are of little interest to the general population of TW, typically clearing up issues that pop up from time to time.
I appreciate the kind words about my posts and I'm sure Karen does as well.
Hugs,
Marsha
August 31, 2009 10:30 AM BST
I will talk to Eric the programmer about making moderator posts only visible in the listings to moderators. That should prevent this kind of thing from happening again.
It may not happen overnight though, because we'll probably have to save up to get it done. Eric charges $90 per hour and every little job takes at least an hour.
Times are very hard at TW right now so don't expect a quick fix. This job is now on the list of things to do though.
Hugs,
Katie x
August 31, 2009 7:40 PM BST
Hi Katie,
Maybe a simpler (and less expensive) fix would be to just begin the thread name with "Moderator Only Post." Even in my blonder moments, I think if I saw a thread name beginning with this and I got the "not authorized" message I'd figure out what was happening.
Just a suggestion.
Best,
Melody
August 31, 2009 8:28 PM BST
That's a good idea for us to be going on with for now. I'd prefer to get the job done properly eventually if and when we can afford it but for now let's prefix moderatpr posts with "Moderators Only". I'll pass that on to Nikki Hollm, our forums guru.
Thanks and hugs,
Katie x