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Is there any way to filter the threads I want to read on the recent posts page. Basically I’d like to block certain threads so I don’t have to wade through them.

Is there any way to filter the threads I want to read on the recent posts page. Basically I’d like to block certain threads so I don’t have to wade through them.

If you’re using a PC (and you probably are) then Firefox and the update scanner add-on will allow you to pick out new posts on the main forum page or on individual forum sub-pages.

I presume the Open Source thread is creating noise you, understandably, don’t want.

Alternatively, try using the recent posts RSS feed, rather than the page, with a suitable reader¹. Some do provide filtering options.

On RISC OS, that might include a Messenger Pro/Hermes combination – ISTR one/the other/both allow you to receive RSS feeds and read them as though they were emails or usenet posts. If so, I’d hope Messenger Pro’s filtering can be used.

I presume the Open Source thread is creating noise you, understandably, don’t want.

That was my first guess, too, strangely enough. It’s certainly resulted in a lot of posts in a short time.

If you’re using a PC (and you probably are) then Firefox…

You can also use the RSS feed to add a live RSS bookmark and just ignore the threads you’re not interested in. Like this:

It’s certainly resulted in a lot of posts in a short time.

It looks like a classic troll, but quite subtle. The bait was tasty and it has been swallowed hook, line and sinker.

It looks like a classic troll, but quite subtle. The bait was tasty and it has been swallowed hook, line and sinker.

I got to that line of thinking while well lubricated from my Leominster journey¹.
Then I pointed out a plain wrong statement and I think I might have upset him.
Oh, well running true to form again.

¹ It was a business meeting, honest. CAMRA business and we are sincere about our support of the market

I think I might have upset him

Nope, Steve; I’m good as gold thanks. Keep calm and carry on! – Sorry Colin, I guess this forum is quite low traffic, I shall try not to cause any overloads from now on ;)

I’m known for my achievements in the field of tact and diplomacy, both at work and my leisure time activities. ;)

Is there any way to filter the threads I want to read on the recent posts page.

Mentally?
From time to time a thread kicks off that is of zero interest to me. Recently, a discussion regarding something to do with a Pandaboard. Don’t have one, not interested, so I just flicked on to the next post…

Mightn’t be the cleverest solution, but I think it is likely to be quicker and less hassle than identifying threads that aren’t interesting, finding some way of hiding them, and keeping that in sync with what does/does not interest you.

Just flick, scroll, or hit Page Up. It’s easier. (^_^)