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Terri · 03 Oct 2003, 18:31

We're all creatures of habit and I know from my own experiences, change can at first seem very daunting.

On first impression I thought the new layout was great but it took me a little while to get used to and find my way around the new improved version (Btw anyone who knows me, knows my sense of direction ain't great and I'm always getting lost

but thats just me

)

Now I've become more familiar with the new layout.......I think it's great

......Well done R........Nice one!!!!!!!

original sin · 03 Oct 2003, 19:19

OK I have to own up - I've broken it

I thought I'd have a look see what the blue looks like, it's ok but personally I prefer the mustard. However here's the killer

It wont change back

Help

R. · 03 Oct 2003, 20:38

I have installed another skin for the frontpage.
Use either the bat top right corner to cycle through the themes or select it from the drop down menu.

Tim · 03 Oct 2003, 20:57

R. this new lay-out is a pain in the a$$

R. · 03 Oct 2003, 21:01

Tim,

i simply don't care if it's a pain in your ass.
And please don't try to teach me lessons on how to build a website.

Tim · 03 Oct 2003, 21:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by R.

Tim,

i simply don't care if it's a pain in your ass.
And please don't try to teach me lessons on how to build a website.

R.

Never tried to teach you that. I know you can do that... so why would i even try that. I've got only some remarks and critics on it. That's all.

And.... YOU MUST care if it is a pain in someones ass... Simply for the fact that it is a site that is for a huge group of people. I know you can't all satisfy them.... but to listen to the remarks made, never hurts anyone!!!

The Butcher.

R. · 03 Oct 2003, 21:09

Okokok.

Then, besides that you do not like the colours, where's your problem?
Did you actually try to navigate it?

Tim · 03 Oct 2003, 21:15

R.

Yes i tried... but i was shocked.... I isn't...euh... how do you say that... You can't see it in one eye flash... I think it is not orderly. It is hard to find you way into it. The menu on the left in the forums disappeared, all those little things what made the MLUKFC so nice to browse and look at, are disappeared. That is hard.

I'm only giving my opinion about it.... I know you work hard on the site, i appreciate it much... But if everybody is telling you that it is good, that is strange... i mean... offcourse everybody has his own toughts about it. Well, these are mine.

The BUtcher.

R. · 03 Oct 2003, 21:37

Well, yes - the frameset is gone.
You have more space now for the forum & website content.
So basically you are saying that navigating through the forum is more difficult now?

Back to the main site.
Regarding immediate information perception, there's surely an improvement. The latest 5 articles or news are available immediately on the frontpage, there is no need to click on a link anymore. Did you notice that all information, which was spread on numerous pages and links on the old site, is now available using one link, the topic link?

So - in my eyes - it basically breaks down into two parts:
1. The latest news on the frontpage. If you are just interested in that, you have everything by just entering the site.
2. Older stuff can be found under topics. I can't make it much easier.

And finally, all static links like the gallery and the faqs are listed separetely. Quit easy to go there, imho.

And yes - some of the graphic gimmicks are gone as of now. But that does not mean, they're gone forever.
The 'flying' bat (as an example) will return soon.

And perhaps I'll find a way to bring some (just some, not all) mlukfc-specials back.
I'm not finished yet. Be patient.

And in the meantime, surf and give the site a chance.

Bren · 03 Oct 2003, 22:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by R.

And yes - some of the graphic gimmicks are gone as of now. But that does not mean, they're gone forever.
The 'flying' bat (as an example) will return soon.

And perhaps I'll find a way to bring some (just some, not all) mlukfc-specials back.
I'm not finished yet. Be patient.

i get my "twiddley" bat back

Bren

original sin · 04 Oct 2003, 00:57

I can't ge the yellow back

Blue = Blue
Yellow = Blue
Xp = different and ok

But why wont the yellow come back

Michel · 04 Oct 2003, 08:10

Personally I think that the people who are not very good in computers like the navigation of the website. I think it is very simple and easy.

R. · 04 Oct 2003, 13:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by original sin

I can't ge the yellow back

Blue = Blue
Yellow = Blue
Xp = different and ok

But why wont the yellow come back

The theme setting is stored in a cookie on your computer.
Try this:

(1) Empty youor browsers cache (Temporary Internet Files)
(2) Delete the mlukfc.com/site cookie or all cookies.

dottie · 04 Oct 2003, 13:50

I really like the grey - restful

Michel · 04 Oct 2003, 14:59

I also like the gray.

Crystal Eyes · 04 Oct 2003, 15:56

Woah!

God, I go away for a couple of days and everythings changed!

Gave me a shock.
I like the new lay out. Much easier to navigate but I'm not sure about the mustard yellow. Tried it on the blue and that looks a little better. Grey was just boring. But i reckon I can get used to it. So overall good job R.
Crystal

original sin · 04 Oct 2003, 19:11

Thank you R. it worked

dottie · 04 Oct 2003, 19:26

OOh

with one click I can also change the album covers topictures of meat

Testify · 04 Oct 2003, 20:16

ohhhhh yeah. lol only just noticed.

Chris · 04 Oct 2003, 23:43

Well, I ahve to say that after palying for a few days, i definitly prefer the new layout!!

The main advantage is in getting rid of those blooming bars formt he forums!! I always used to have to link straight to the forum page in order to avoid them appearing!!!

Bren · 05 Oct 2003, 13:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris

Well, I ahve to say that after palying for a few days, i definitly prefer the new layout!!

The main advantage is in getting rid of those blooming bars formt he forums!! I always used to have to link straight to the forum page in order to avoid them appearing!!!

I have to disagree Chris,
I had a link to the forum,with the bars, saved to "favourites"...i am still, through choice using that link.Apart from being nice to look at ,to me it gives "a sense of place" to the forum.
Without it, yes there is more space...so?...but it is cold and uninviting.
Few, if any , will share my opinion of that i'm well aware.
To me, part of the enjoyment of coming to MLUKFC, was that as well as being an excellent site,and providing all the facts and information, it was also visually a nice place to visit.It was like entering a different little world/environment..that added to the pleasure of coming here.
Now, ...yes the information is all there and accessible, but i find the new layout, stark, cold, factual and uninviting.To ME, it no longer has the visual appeal and therefore has lost that special something that set it apart.
This is just my opinion ,i am biased because i love all the graphics and to me the more artistic the layout is the more it appeals to me.
Each to his own

I have no doubt i will get used to it in time,and i do love this site.

Bren

dottie · 06 Oct 2003, 19:08

Front page DISCLAIMER, spell check, should read RESPONSIBLE

:)

dottie · 07 Oct 2003, 00:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by dottie

Front page DISCLAIMER, spell check, should read RESPONSIBLE

:)

OK Fixed

dottie · 10 Oct 2003, 17:55

Oh wow, we've the original front page back as well - spoilt for choice here

Tim · 10 Oct 2003, 18:14

Original site back???? let's hope so... will check it out. That would be the improvement of the year i think!

03 Oct 2003, 18:31	#76
Terri Super T Join Date: 14.05.2003 Posts: 1,235	We're all creatures of habit and I know from my own experiences, change can at first seem very daunting. On first impression I thought the new layout was great but it took me a little while to get used to and find my way around the new improved version (Btw anyone who knows me, knows my sense of direction ain't great and I'm always getting lost but thats just me ) Now I've become more familiar with the new layout.......I think it's great ......Well done R........Nice one!!!!!!!

03 Oct 2003, 19:19	#77
original sin Sinner Join Date: 15.04.2003 Location: cyber space Posts: 2,457	OK I have to own up - I've broken it I thought I'd have a look see what the blue looks like, it's ok but personally I prefer the mustard. However here's the killer It wont change back Help

03 Oct 2003, 20:38	#78
R. You dig. Join Date: 02.04.2002 Location: On the fothermucker Posts: 7,179	I have installed another skin for the frontpage. Use either the bat top right corner to cycle through the themes or select it from the drop down menu.

03 Oct 2003, 20:57	#79
Tim The Butcher Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Westervoort, The Netherlands Posts: 10,321	R. this new lay-out is a pain in the a$$

03 Oct 2003, 21:01	#80
R. You dig. Join Date: 02.04.2002 Location: On the fothermucker Posts: 7,179	Tim, i simply don't care if it's a pain in your ass. And please don't try to teach me lessons on how to build a website.

03 Oct 2003, 21:09	#82
R. You dig. Join Date: 02.04.2002 Location: On the fothermucker Posts: 7,179	Okokok. Then, besides that you do not like the colours, where's your problem? Did you actually try to navigate it?

03 Oct 2003, 21:15	#83
Tim The Butcher Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Westervoort, The Netherlands Posts: 10,321	R. Yes i tried... but i was shocked.... I isn't...euh... how do you say that... You can't see it in one eye flash... I think it is not orderly. It is hard to find you way into it. The menu on the left in the forums disappeared, all those little things what made the MLUKFC so nice to browse and look at, are disappeared. That is hard. I'm only giving my opinion about it.... I know you work hard on the site, i appreciate it much... But if everybody is telling you that it is good, that is strange... i mean... offcourse everybody has his own toughts about it. Well, these are mine. The BUtcher.

03 Oct 2003, 21:37	#84
R. You dig. Join Date: 02.04.2002 Location: On the fothermucker Posts: 7,179	Well, yes - the frameset is gone. You have more space now for the forum & website content. So basically you are saying that navigating through the forum is more difficult now? Back to the main site. Regarding immediate information perception, there's surely an improvement. The latest 5 articles or news are available immediately on the frontpage, there is no need to click on a link anymore. Did you notice that all information, which was spread on numerous pages and links on the old site, is now available using one link, the topic link? So - in my eyes - it basically breaks down into two parts: 1. The latest news on the frontpage. If you are just interested in that, you have everything by just entering the site. 2. Older stuff can be found under topics. I can't make it much easier. And finally, all static links like the gallery and the faqs are listed separetely. Quit easy to go there, imho. And yes - some of the graphic gimmicks are gone as of now. But that does not mean, they're gone forever. The 'flying' bat (as an example) will return soon. And perhaps I'll find a way to bring some (just some, not all) mlukfc-specials back. I'm not finished yet. Be patient. And in the meantime, surf and give the site a chance.

04 Oct 2003, 00:57	#86
original sin Sinner Join Date: 15.04.2003 Location: cyber space Posts: 2,457	I can't ge the yellow back Blue = Blue Yellow = Blue Xp = different and ok But why wont the yellow come back

04 Oct 2003, 08:10	#87
Michel Mega Loafer Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Stadskanaal, The Netherlands Posts: 1,631	Personally I think that the people who are not very good in computers like the navigation of the website. I think it is very simple and easy.

04 Oct 2003, 13:50	#89
dottie queen post- whore extraordinaire Join Date: 29.01.2003 Location: Still Rockin' at "72" Posts: 13,181	I really like the grey - restful

04 Oct 2003, 14:59	#90
Michel Mega Loafer Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Stadskanaal, The Netherlands Posts: 1,631	I also like the gray.

04 Oct 2003, 15:56	#91
Crystal Eyes Super Loafer Join Date: 09.07.2003 Location: In the clouds Posts: 649	Woah! God, I go away for a couple of days and everythings changed! Gave me a shock. I like the new lay out. Much easier to navigate but I'm not sure about the mustard yellow. Tried it on the blue and that looks a little better. Grey was just boring. But i reckon I can get used to it. So overall good job R. Crystal

04 Oct 2003, 19:11	#92
original sin Sinner Join Date: 15.04.2003 Location: cyber space Posts: 2,457	Thank you R. it worked

04 Oct 2003, 19:26	#93
dottie queen post- whore extraordinaire Join Date: 29.01.2003 Location: Still Rockin' at "72" Posts: 13,181	OOh with one click I can also change the album covers topictures of meat

04 Oct 2003, 20:16	#94
Testify ragamuffin Join Date: 21.05.2003 Location: xxx daydreaming xxx Posts: 5,023	ohhhhh yeah. lol only just noticed.

04 Oct 2003, 23:43	#95
Chris Mega Loafer Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Somewhere in the real world. Posts: 7,527	Well, I ahve to say that after palying for a few days, i definitly prefer the new layout!! The main advantage is in getting rid of those blooming bars formt he forums!! I always used to have to link straight to the forum page in order to avoid them appearing!!!

06 Oct 2003, 19:08	#97
dottie queen post- whore extraordinaire Join Date: 29.01.2003 Location: Still Rockin' at "72" Posts: 13,181	Front page DISCLAIMER, spell check, should read RESPONSIBLE :)

10 Oct 2003, 17:55	#99
dottie queen post- whore extraordinaire Join Date: 29.01.2003 Location: Still Rockin' at "72" Posts: 13,181	Oh wow, we've the original front page back as well - spoilt for choice here

10 Oct 2003, 18:14	#100
Tim The Butcher Join Date: 14.04.2002 Location: Westervoort, The Netherlands Posts: 10,321	Original site back???? let's hope so... will check it out. That would be the improvement of the year i think!