yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Introductions] Renate:
Well, yes and no.

I agree with you that keeping out money-grubbing services is important.

OTOH, turn around on a thread with newbs makes you want to rip your hair out.

If I had a nickel for everytime I've had to say, "Google minimal ADB, then get back to me"...

And all the "conversations" (a/k/a PMs) that I've had where I say, "I have a solution, but please post a thread and then poke me".

If you want to improve xda, find a way to get members (even "Senior Members") to respond in full sentences to explicit solutions that you took the time to type out.

"Didn't work." should elicit a dope slap.
[Introductions] simplepinoi177:
While it could be easier or less frustrating, we get there eventually close enough that usually "providing support...successfully" is a true enough statement most times -- at the very least in the context of conversely alternatively finding remote support being a necessity to be just as successful or effective enough.

But, as with most everything, it/we can all be better or improved still (at least in terms of "newbs" or even seasoned members following etiquette & common sense/decency)....
[Introductions] Renate:
Something that always annoyed me:

Oh, so now it's a valuable resource? When did it become that? Was it completely pointless before then?
[Introductions] Anton TNT:
I see it as a nerd helpdesk rather than valuable resource
[Introductions] IronTechmonkey:
Well... nerd helpdesk is a valuable resource. :D
[Introductions] simplepinoi177:
😅

I'm sure when that statement was "crafted", it was either taken directly from the beginnings of XDA or Audentio (from the "crafted by Audentio" -- "We craft strategic, people-friendly digital products and communities." service the site owners contracted) took what was the "mission statement" of the site and ran-with/modified it; but didn't consider the "tense" of the statement and leaving the word "now" that had migrated from its origins.

...if anything, that's my "head-cannon"....
[Introductions] sd_shadow:
That phrase has been used at least since July 2012.
[Introductions] cmfCyangenModteam:
Fix this glitch:

In basics, when you readed a new notification on XDA website, then it has a change to appear again, even if you readen it.

Strange
[Introductions] Anton TNT:
Question ! Have you any problems with search bar of a thread? I had problems few days ago, it does not search terms and any words in thread , just this message someone call Neo haha
[Introductions] richardamcd66:
Make this forum more secure. Members should be willing to help each others. Members should respect each others point of view, even if you are in disagreement with it.
[Introductions] fillwithjoy1:
Same goes for Galaxy S23 Ultra. Cannot find it in Search unless I find a post that is posted within S23 Ultra
[Introductions] fillwithjoy1:
I think @Jaxidian is talking about responses like this https://xdaforums.com/t/app-2-2-11-dec-2022-v3-1-betterbatterystats.1179809/post-88808625 which can be seen as "rude" to some extent, but idk how to solve that. Maybe the response should be "Well there's not much we can do, since it's out of the developer's hands. You'll have to help the developer get it working if you want it to be fixed"
[Introductions] blackhawk:
I see no problem. People need to grow some thicker skin.
[Introductions] Homeboy76:
Did you do a Google search for a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra forum?

I did and found a XDA forum for the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.
[Introductions] blackhawk:
A search on XDA pulls it too...

"Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra forum"
[Introductions] Oswald Boelcke:
My search directly shows the device forum at the top:
[Introductions] Jaxidian:
So your idea on how to make the forums better and grow the community is "grow some thicker skin"?
[Introductions] Jaxidian:
That's not really what I had in mind. The original post was passive aggressive (like my prior response a minute ago). I was referring more to the posts where somebody new asks a legitimate ignorant question (because they're new and really don't know) and then they immediately get shamed for asking an ignorant question.
[Introductions] blackhawk:
There was no problem with the context of that post.

You can always do what I'm about to do and punch my favorite button. I wuv doing that.
[Introductions] Clark Joseph Kent:
Gents, you two can take this to a PM so you can further discuss your thoughts, vice airing your differences here. As it doesn't contribute to this subject of the Thread.
[Introductions] ethical_haquer:
Search seems to be working pretty well, but not "Search This thread". Try searching "Galaxy S23 Ultra" in this thread. It brings up 4 results. Now search "No answer is too outlandish", I get "No results found.". This phrase is in the very first post of this thread, what's wrong with "Search This thread"?
[Introductions] project_2501:
I agree with the previous post (#407), the search algorithm needs work. Any computer science major has had to write one. I'm confused as to what the logic behind it really is sometimes.
[Introductions] Avatar2:
1. I have a lot of trouble navigating this site. I can't easily find things in a listing (for example go to the Samsung forum if you can even find it, and the devices are in any random order so you have to CTRL+F but what if it's spelled a bit differently like you search for "Galaxy S4" but the forum is called "Galaxy S 4" then you won't find it). So my suggestion is to make forum listings way more user friendly and easy to scan.

2. Absolutely what others said. The search really doesn't work well. I usually use Google with "site:xdaforums.com" to find a forum to post in, or thread with a topic I want.

3. Whenever there is a filter, the only things you can filter by are date posted or username that posted it. These are totally useless I think, as how would I know these things? What about filtering by device manufacturer or topic?

4. Please introduce a light mode theme. I know lots of people like dark mode, but I have vision issues and have trouble reading light text on a dark background. I get a lot of eyestrain if I spend too much time reading here.

5. Please have a place for newbies where we can go to learn. Many of the "how to" threads and guides assume a base knowledge that I do not have and I have to spend a lot of time on Google just trying to figure out the acronyms and words, and that's only if they are even mentioned. I do not have the knowledge to know about the steps that were skipped or glossed over because I was supposed to already know about them. And once there is such a place, please sticky it to the top of any forum that talks about messing with your device (e.g. custom ROMS, de-bricking devices, etc)

Also thank you for asking!! Being open to suggestions and improvements will only make the site better.
[Introductions] ethical_haquer:
Overall, I agree with what you said. (y) As for #4, go to here and set the "Style" to something you like. :)
[Introductions] Avatar2:
Well, I'll be. I don't think I ever would have found that on my own haha. Thank you for improving my quality of life :geek: :LOL:
[Introductions] ethical_haquer:
Well, I'm the one who had a hard time finding this button. :ROFLMAO: Speaking of, there is a button right next to the aforementioned one that changes the Style too.
[Introductions] fillwithjoy1:
dunno man the first result is the s21 ultra
[Introductions] fillwithjoy1:
what is this conflict, stuff you both saying are wild
[Introductions] Renate:
How about putting in a check for duplicate posts?

If you post something then hit the back key you will be back at post composition.

You'll think, "Gosh, I never hit the Post button" and you'll hit it again.

And the fact that you can't delete unquoted/unread posts makes it worse.
[Introductions] Anton TNT:
Why I'm expiriencing problem with searching my own posts? What is going on ?

I can't hook up with my old posts and find previous solutions that I wrote for users.
[Introductions] Timmmmaaahh!:
How are you trying to do this?

I just tried by typing your name in search:

Then select it and click search:

This is what I get (all your posts):

I also tried searching for the keyword "solutions":

Which returns the expected result of your above post:

Perhaps you're experiencing issues on mobile? Make sure to detail the exact steps and include screenshots when applicable.
[Introductions] Anton TNT:
apparently it was cache folder of Chrome browser that made web errors, I fixed it , thanks ...
[Introductions] sw_men:
Technicially speaking that forum_engine is garbage.

*It is not even allowed to load forum home page when JS disabled. There is a lot of people that hate JS for some reason. Are you relly to adds to survive So pull JS as mandatory because adds needs JS?

* It is send you a lot of garbage/metadata with a few line of info/comment you need locally if you download/save a forum page to local pc.

*What this cloudflare business? Are you constant target of black hackers?

PS: trying to be honest no harsh.
[Introductions] Renate:
I'm no friend of JavaScript, but people's expectations make it necessary.

xda gets a lot of traffic and CloudFlare reduces the traffic to the backend.
[Introductions] ZG_DEV:
I face a bug of uploading (changing) profile photo, when I upload the image , it does not seem to upload but after several refreshes it works
[Introductions] sd_shadow:
I was able to change mine, with no issue
[Introductions] blackhawk:
It occasionally glitches, been like that for a long while. Wait a few minutes, repeat as needed.
[Introductions] Renate:
I don't remember if/when XDA had this, but I believe there used to be something like the "Your content" which was specifically attachments.

Especially with videos I don't want to upload another copy on a new post if I had already posted it.
[Introductions] Oswald Boelcke:
Under vBulletin, this functionality was indeed available but not now under Xenforo. I don't know if implementation is possible or if a respective add-on is available.
[Introductions] ZG_DEV:
Welcome again to the forums❤❤
[Introductions] cmfCyangenModteam:
Why does button "Attach" doesnt work anymore?

When i load a file its instantly uploads, but theres no file,

Or its just my device
[Introductions] Fishawy:
Umm, could be indirectly forum-related, but perhaps fix the XDA Android app authentication which is broken since the domain change.

Right now we're only using the browser on phones, which is less convenient comparing to the app navigation.
[Introductions] TNSMANI:
It works, but it is choosy. If it detects any code/content as malicious or whatever it is, it refuses to upload. We have the same issue in the BetterBatteryStats thread where even .txt files refuse to upload sometimes.

The workaround some of us have discovered is to zip the file and most of the times it is accepted.
[Introductions] TNSMANI:
Not likely atleast in the near future. It is better that you get yourself famialiarised with a couple of the unofficial ones.
[Introductions] Fishawy:
Thank you, I couldn't get Tapatalk to work. Can you please suggest other unofficial ones that I'm not aware of?
[Introductions] TNSMANI:
There are two that I am aware of:

[CLOSED] [Development] [UNOFFICIAL] XDA Forums App

INTRO : Instead of that XDA app on Google play that the Devs does not update it regularly, takes a lot of time to open and has some bugs, so I decided to introduce for you a new unofficial replacement --- a new XDA Forums app ! In-app...

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[App][5.0+] ReLabs - Unofficial XDA Client

* Disclaimer * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, thermonuclear war, * or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please do some research * if you have any concerns about features included in this app * before...

xdaforums.com

There may be others.
[Introductions] Oswald Boelcke:
Affirmative, the integration of Tapatalk was removed with the transition of the site from vBulletin to Xenforo in the beginning of December 2020 about three years ago.

svetius announced this here:

[CLOSED] Welcome to XDA 2021!

KNOWN ISSUES as of 12/3 (we're working on these!): Some threads/posts may be missing. We imported missing threads, some first posts missing still. Need to launch new XDA app asap. All current apps are broken like Tapatalk and XDA app. Use the...

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[Introductions] cmfCyangenModteam:
It even refuses to upload .zip files, if there some apk files in there

I think its because i patched these apk files with patchers?
[Introductions] gadgelectronit_dev:
Much better I think. Got lot of improvement!

That time in 2016 is already changed a lot!

Thank you for all developers.
[Introductions] Anthony13270:
To enhance the XDA forums, we can encourage more user engagement through gamification, improve search functionality for easier navigation, and regularly update and expand tutorial sections. Open to more suggestions!
[Introductions] elmiash:
good suggestions by all members

make it beneficial more
[Introductions] Page Whitehead:
1. Forum activities;

2. The forum leads to topics;

3. The forum is set up with different moderators, with regular online replies and interactions, etc.
[Introductions] sga999:
I hope this is a good place to report this. Let me know if I need to post elsewhere.

For the last 2 days, I'm having a problem with 2 threads. It never happened before, and I've been on here for over 10 years. Crazy problem!

If I use a browser on Android, I have no problem. But I also use a Windows 10 laptop with a Microsoft Edge browser (my favorite), and I will show what fails below. I tried Chrome browser, and it works fine, but I don't want to use it.

The problem is that I cannot look at certain pages. Here are examples.

For this next thread, pages 23 and 24 don't work, 25 works. I haven't tried all other pages, but ones that I did try work fine.

[ROM][U][mata] Unofficial, optimized LineageOS 21 - June 27th

In this thread I'll share with you my personal builds of LineageOS 21, 20, 19.1 and 18.1 for the Essential PH-1 (codename: mata). These builds are unofficial LineageOS builds, customized with my favorite tweaks and features, and with some...

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For this next thread, page 1 doesn't work, 2 works. I haven't tried all other pages (over 450!), but ones that I did try work fine.

🔧 [MODULE] Play Integrity Fix (SafetyNet fix)

PLAY INTEGRITY FIX This module tries to fix Play Integrity and SafetyNet verdicts to get a valid attestation. BEFORE YOU START: - Your ROM must be signed with a private key from maintainer, you can check with this command: unzip -l...

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[Introductions] TNSMANI:
I am also using MS Edge and in both the links, the pages 23 &24 and page 1 open as expected. Must be an issue on your side.
[Introductions] blackhawk:
Try clearing the browser cache (maybe cookies although I didn't need to) and rebooting.

Solution by Badger50

I was having erratic site behavior that started Sunday afternoon. This resolved it.
[Introductions] sga999:
Thanks.

Yes! That worked. So strange that only a few pages would be affected. Also interesting that we both had problems starting at about the same time.
[Introductions] rAj*:
Make it Xda forums App like insta or Reddit
[Introductions] Anton TNT:
Could it be possible to improve the entire search engine system to recognize the specific words of the device for which something is being searched for, because as it stands now it is not working.

First, a filter should be introduced for words or to choose an option to directly choose what you are looking for, which model, which type, etc.

I would be grateful if it were possible, thanks and kind regards!
[Introductions] the_scotsman:
Fo

For that, you'd just be best to go to the specific device forum for the phone you want, then search that forum. That will achieve what you suggested, but in a much easier way.
[Introductions] adhesiveee:
add a built in file host its a mess old roms get expired and dead links and for us devs its hard to find a good free host
[Introductions] Anton TNT:
Yes it will achieve that but... from my point of view it is better to directly go from Google search rather than ... find unit , find correct pages , then scroll down etc. etc.
[Introductions] SigmundDroid:
Care to elaborate? Do we use the same site?

What you say is intuitive, alas, XDA does not provide such search for me: It's either searching all or nothing. Haven't figured how to restrict the inherent search here to certain devices but use evil google all the time.
[Introductions] blackhawk:
I just lost a lengthy post I was composing. Not rewriting it. I feel like I'm on fb. Seen this happen before here. Seems to have started in the last couple months. Beyond annoying... disgusting, wasting my time and good will.
[Introductions] Spannaa:
Had this happen too on numerous occasions.

I now write my replies using notepad so I can copy/paste again if the reply fails.
[Introductions] mvikrant97:
Don't let users SPAM it. :(

So many spam comments and posts now a days.
[Introductions] blackhawk:
I've been getting multiple site lockups throughout the day as well. Have to wait for it to clear. Both these behaviors shouldn't be happening.

Are there any Developers in the house?🤣
[Introductions] SigmundDroid:
Yikes! I guess everybody knows this. Just sad that all browsers come with latest bells and whistles and neglect this essential problem. GRRR!

Anyway, just did yet another search to address this "browser text recovery" and found something eventually:

Form History Control (II)

stephanmahieu.github.io

Seems to work, if it keeps working this guy will get a top spot in my donation list for this Christmas (or earlier) :love:
[Introductions] blackhawk:
XDA has gotten a lot less stable in recent weeks it seems. I'm seeing fairly frequent lock ups that last a few seconds.

Maybe it's my browser, etc but only seeing this behavior here.
[Introductions] SigmundDroid:
Could that be your problem, as in just for you? I didn't notice any hickups...

PS: That addon however works smoothly :D
[Introductions] ZG_DEV:
Well, not only his problem, I also face some random issues on XDA, one of them is the buttons on the typing box ( the box where the user type his post/message), those buttons like "B" button "I" (those font buttons) and every single button on that bar didn't work, THE next day got solved by itself, sometimes it returns again, and also some other issues but I do not remember them now.
[Introductions] WalkTheEarth:
Add search to PC. or make an official app THAT HASNT BEEN SHUT DOWN for the fourms.
[Introductions] BotchedRPR:
How about a way for us to make device forums ourselves? Obviously they'd have to be accepted by mods, but this would make their life easier as we'd have to make the description and photo section. Would also speed thins up dramatically compared to the old thread.
[Introductions] KidCarter93:
Allowing this would make so many more issues arise. One of the main issues being that only admins can create new forums here and the forum permissions can't be broken down that far, as far as I know, so giving you, for example, permission to create a new device forum would also give you admin permissions across the site.

The info at the top of the device forums also needs to be fully accurate (information wise and grammatically etc.) and align with how the rest of the device info pages are.

- Sidenote-: I was helping with these info pages atop the device forums about 10 years ago and even something simple such as slipping into the wrong tense when writing can be an oversight which can easily happen but then doesn't look good compared to the other forums.

It also wouldn't help make moderation easier as it would mean they'd need to be on hand to approve the forums (if it was even feasible) plus there's then way more device forums which would need to be divided between the forum moderator teams and more work to be done to keep those in shape aswell.

The best idea is to search for a recent discussion thread for your particular device or, if there isn't a general one, then create a general discussion thread for it in this forum. Creating a thread there and gathering some interest from other members who have the device can certainly help get a forum created for it as development could start taking off in such threads aswell. There's no official minimum criteria needed to have a new device forum created but showing that there's enough interest in it definitely won't harm the chances.
[Introductions] BotchedRPR:
Thanks for responding. Sure is some very valuable insight here. Really appreciate how you guys want to keep the site consistent. I guess the thread will have to stay for now.

Sent from SM-F936B using ReLabs
[Introductions] KidCarter93:
No problem, at all. Such suggestions are, of course, always welcome. Even if the idea itself wouldn't be feasible from behind closed doors, either with the current moderation team or even higher up with the admins, there could potentially be an aspect of an idea which could lead to an improvement somewhere along the line
[Introductions] BotchedRPR:
Obviously. I haven't been any sort of higher up on such a big forum. While the solution might not be feasible, at least you guys get feedback. Have a nice one

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[Introductions] :
Improve the process of deleting an account, I sent a request, waited 7 days but it was not processed, so I had to submit it again, wait another 7 days and see if it would be deleted it or not. Although my account was eventually deleted, I would hope for an option from Settings or Account details to delete your account after entering your password, as in other services like Reddit, Discord, etc.
[Introductions] woodman:
This is weird you have to wait that long, did you use this form? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEwxhZ4uYkGXjnduf--jjTaTrdheSFEW8Wb9-wp8_DYnMXkg/viewform

Here:

I say it's weird because the guys behind the scenes who take care of deleting xda accounts are usually quick when the form linked above is used.

If you don't have an answer using the correct procedure, just send a PM to MikeChannon (or alternatively to the_scotsman)

Cheers!
[Introductions] woodman:
Oh also, the said form says it can take up to 7 days before the account to be deleted because xda forum has a very small team - both Mods and Admins - with a lot of things to take care of, so yeah in fact it can potentially take time :)
[Introductions] VD171:
Place Xposed hosting back again ❤️
[Introductions] TheGhost1951:
We need a new update working XDA android app to be able to interact with the forums instead of having to slug our way through a web browser!!!!!!!!!!!!

Theghost1951
[Introductions] Clark Joseph Kent:
Here are a few options: A. Here and B. Here Next time just look around, nevertheless enjoy!🍻
[Introductions] TheGhost1951:
Thank you! Glad to get this back in operation!
[Introductions] AngryHands:
I think xda community app section needs a subheading or something similar to that. For example BetterBatterySats sticky thread has app crash reports, battery drain questions and logcats, questions about how to use the app and the original first massage from developer with new and outdated app versions all over the place. In my opinion when you go to BBS thread, whe should have app release info, app debugging section, usability Q/A , suspicious drain Q/A... Device spesific threads have this kind of filters but separate tabs would be nicer and would be more appealing to newcomers (like me lol).
[Introductions] ze7zez:
I suggest limiting or merging more than 55,000 threads on the same or similar topics.

"should I buy" site:https://xdaforums.com - Google Search

:eek:
[Introductions] sd_shadow:
There are already 2 sticky “what device should I buy” threads

[Discussion] What's your next smartphone / What should I buy

mines is either galaxy s3 or galaxy note for t-mobile Sent from my SGH-T989 using XDA Premium App

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**What phone should I buy next?** -- Not sure what device to buy? Ask here!

Hi everyone, This thread is a continuation of this thread. This is here so you can discuss what your next phone/tablet should be, if you're not sure what to pick. Also, if you need advice as to which device is better than another, then feel...

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Any other which device threads, are breaking the rules