ATS, BTS, What would you like to see in the future?

I think we should be able to host program downloads on ATS. Only free ones/trials. That would be cool.

reply to post by AntiConspirator

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I know for a fact that ATS does NOT (officially) and will probably never recommend or provide links to any third party software.

Been there, tried that.

The risks involved for ATS just aren't worth it. One hacked virus ridden program and the SHTFan!

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Out of curiosity what happened to the "Recently flagged posts" in the member profile page? That was a really useful way of locating things I had flagged that were old and didn't show up in the myATS page.

I would like to see code to have rotating avatars. If we are going to be required to host our avatars on here, it would be nice to have that feature. I for one can't stand just having one avatar in the mix.

My avatar was hosted on another site and I was able to have 200 different pictures that would change as the page refreshed. I don't know code so I don't know how hard it would be to integrate into the boards but I have seen it and it is possible.

I just miss my rotating avatars.

I'd like to see a new category for various kinds of thought experiments such as the one recently posted by Pharoahmoan regarding UFO sightings.

Could we have a mobile app feed such as for iPods? It takes forever to read ATS threads on my iPod because they take a long time to load. It would be great if we could have a mobile app with a feed for iPod (or other mobile devices) such as the news sites have. I would pay for the app!

Is there anyway this thread can be restarted? Its WAY too long to go through when you have an issue. I have noticed many threads are closed and directed here but it is a pain to go through hundreds of posts to possibly find an answer...Just a thought.

Any mod think this thread should start over? I know I'm complaining but I had some questions and I always get referred to this thread and it is a pain to go through all the pages and posts. This thread is like 5 years old. Cant we start a new one so people can see everyones questions and then the replies? I am sorry to complain but I still havent found the answers in this thread I was looking for. Thanks.

I think that, if a thread has pages and pages of posts, it may not be the best thing to close it, even if there is another thread that is similar.

So, maybe a rule to could established that is a thread gets a certain number of posts, it can't be closed?

reply to post by SimonGray

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Any chance of adding a job posting section of sorts? I do admit I am just looking for a free site to post jobs to. There may be some quality candidates on this site who may be looking for a new job.

I would like to just have to sign in one time to access all of ATS, BTS and the Media portal, other than that, im good. I just wish i knew how to score some flags,

reply to post by drsmooth23

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The logging in problem has to do with your setting for the browser you use accepting cookies. If you lower that setting, you should be able to log in all at once.

As per my usual high maintenanceneshisness, I have a trivial request ...

Would it be possible to integrate the color of the "flag contribution level" bar thingie to match the color choice in the "Custom mini-profile text color" purchase option at the ATS store?

That way we can have the option to have colors other than the blue which would then match the rest of the avatar text.

I know everyone is busy so I don't mind waiting till Monday.

reply to post by drsmooth23

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The posters that score the most flags write outlandish incredulous threads. I believe it's all in the title of the thread.

If you have the most articulate thread in the world, and it has a terrible title, it will sink to the bottom of the page never to be seen again.

On the other hand, if you have an awesome title, the thread itself could be complete trash and people will still reply and flag in droves.

I don't want to point out a few posters for doing this, but just give a read to the main page and see what threads garner the most flags. Look how awesome the thread title is and see how mediocre the content is and you will get my point.

What I would love to see is a history forum.

There is a lot of conspiracy in history. That history brought us were we are today.

There is a lot of really good information and discussion on ATS. Unfortunately the front page often looks like a row of tabloid papers screaming outrageous headlines to capture attention.

Were there a way of encouraging and rewarding quality the way extremity does, it would benefit everyone.

Mike

I'd like to see a "flag for more information" option, since a lot of threads can include posts that may make a strong statement, but still need more information to go with it.

Sure, you could use a u2u, but this would make it anonymous instead, and could be voted on by members.
Dunno if it'd be worthwhile or not, personally I've noticed a few thereads where I've made a post, and only remember to check back a few weeks or so later, after having been asked for more information.

i think there needs to be a "go to last page" botton on threads. especially on the "Big Threads" that have hundreds to thousands of replies.
And something that can be used on this website to make avatars, or atleast an avatar forum.

reply to post by AntiConspirator

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The little arrow thing - >> next to the page numbers brings you to the last page.

And here's an avatar forum

www.belowtopsecret.com...

wow didnt even notice the arrows did that. thanks so much. its gonna save alot of time.