Vanilla - Free, Open-Source Forum Software

Integrating with Wordpress

dancinns — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:17:44 +0000

Vanilla is working fine for me but I'm unable to get the integration with Wordpress to work out. I'm trying to embed the forums into a page but nothing ends up showing on the page (http://www.the06010board.com/forum)

I'm not sure why the embed script isn't running. Anyone got any ideas of what to look at?

Wordpress: 3.3.2 Vanilla: 2.0.18.4 Vanilla Forums (WP Plugin): 1.1.8 Mystique (WP Theme): 3.2.9.2

Vanilla is licensed under GPL v2! Why NOT GPL v3?

qwenty — Sat, 05 May 2012 11:06:47 +0000

Vanilla license => http://vanillaforums.org/docs/license

Why NOT gpl3? Tivo is available on gpl2 but "GPL v3" closed doors for tivo!

GPL2 vs GPL3 => See this table

So, why vanilla developers team hasn't upgrated the license to version 3.0?

Maybe related discussions: http://vanillaforums.org/discussions/tagged/license/p1

Modifying Terms of Service

SharonLipinski — Sun, 20 May 2012 16:36:36 +0000

Hello, everyone! I am trying to modify the terms of service and I'm following the instructions at this post: http://vanillaforums.org/discussion/18202/how-to-change-i-agree-to-the-terms-of-service

Unfortunately, I'm getting an error, and I'm not quite sure what I'm doing wrong.

Below is what I've added to my config.php file. Thanks so much for any help you can share!

$Definition['TermsOfServiceText'] = "
Privacy

Change Gangs, LLC will not sell or share your information with anyone for any reason with one exception. We reserve the right to reveal your identity (or whatever information we know about you) in the event of a complaint or legal action arising from any message posted by you. We log all internet protocol addresses accessing this web site.

TERMS OF USE

The following terms and conditions govern your use of www.changegangs.com (the "Site"), as well as all services related to the Site. The operator of this website is Change Gangs, LLC (the “Company,” “us,” “our,” or “we”). By using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (the “Agreement”). If you do not agree to these Terms of Use, please do not use this Site.

The code continues on like this for a while (it was written up by my attorney, and you know they go on forever!!! I did include some code for list formatting in the terms of service, too (li and ul)

It ends like this:

The Company is not tax exempt under 501(c)(3) and that your Dues are not tax deductible.
";

could someone make me a theme please

callum_k — Sun, 20 May 2012 15:03:49 +0000

could someone make me a theme please,

Facebook - This plugin requires the allow_url_fopen php.ini setting.

aarun_ss — Wed, 25 May 2011 05:20:58 +0000

I tried to enable Facebook plugin for my forum. But i am getting the following error. What is the solution for this? Kindly help me on this.

Error: This plugin requires the allow_url_fopen php.ini setting.

Which theme is used on the following site*

mega6382 — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:22:06 +0000

Hey, does anybody know where i can found theme like sploder is using http://forums.sploder.com/

How to become somewhat adept at modifying vanilla to meet your needs for free

peregrine — Sat, 19 May 2012 18:29:24 +0000

How to become somewhat adept at modifying vanilla to your needs for free

1) create your own webserver on a used machine at home.
    a) obtain an old computer
    b) download ubuntu
    c) install apache or nginx or ..
    d) install mysql
    e) install vanilla

2) get some skills
    a) run through some tutorials on the web for:
           -php
           -css
           -oop basics
           -read the documentation on site about mvc
    b) learn some debugging skills with your browser
            - obtain firefox and firebug
            - or chrome or some other web browser where you can inspect elements
            - watch some videos on how to debug with firebug or whatever
    c) get an editor and modify some programs.

3)  read discussions on vanilla forum even if they don't pertain to what you are looking for - you might get some ideas.

4)  read the documentation - read the wiki - add to the wiki, if you can.

5)  try to solve other people's question.  If you can find a working solution to someone else's question - provide an answer.

6)  learn how to frame a question - so someone will understand what you want.
         - include you version, theme, screenshot, and any other pertinent info
           that might help the person helping you.

7)  download plugins, themes, etc - try to digest them, modify them, experiment.
          - look at various function calls people use in plugins
          - download the example plugin and experiment
          - read the theme tips provided by 422 and others.
          - read the wiki that hbf volunteered to create


8)  slowly look at the different files in vanilla
           particularly the helper_functions.php  in vanilla/views/discussion and vanilla/views/discussions

9)  don't be afraid to modify the core on your test box - if it will teach you something.  than after you understand the change - write a plugin that does what you want and remove changes from the core.


10)  make your suggestions in a non-abusive way.  Remember everyone is learning and most are volunteering their time gratis and the development team of vanilla consists of a small group with only so much time in the day.  Instead of gripeing contribute.  If you learned something new that you struggled with but now understand either through your own solution or with somebody elses help - add it to the wiki.

11) read 1-10 again, and then one more time and then...

.... add your own tips

PROBLEM IN VANILLA GitHub version

indianfootynet — Sun, 20 May 2012 16:36:11 +0000

Don't know whether it is appropriate place to report it. But here it is

1.When uploading logo 170X170, the black bar on the top stretches and covers the top portion, hiding all the links on the top.

2.When starting new discussion, the categories from dropdown menu are not selectable

Why does the embed in wordpress cause loss of functionality....

peregrine — Sun, 20 May 2012 15:58:55 +0000

in some themes, and some apps. I noticed experimenting that if you make a block fixed, it floats down the page with you, as you scroll. it works perfectly, yet when it is embedded it loses the ability to move as you scroll. also some themes seem to loose some functionality. I tested the Bootstrap @kasperisager embedded in wordpress and I believe the control bar that slides normally when not embedded becomes fixed in place.

I'm just curious how to solve some of these issues when embedded in wordpress, if anyone knows how to solve them, if it is possible.

reCAPTCHA help

callum_k — Sun, 20 May 2012 15:39:33 +0000

how do i install reCAPTCHA on my vanilla forum

Problem with changing roles/permissions

sethdrebitko — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:34:00 +0000

I am having a problem trouble shooting an issue that I was hoping other folks might have encountered. When I go to the permissions section I am able to select and delete role groups, as well is tick off the boxes for specific permissions.

The problem I am encountering is that the save button at the bottom cannot be clicked. Additionally the save button is not an image it just seems to be part of the page background. Thanks for any help; if I figure it out I'll post up the solution I find.

adding admin.css to active theme -> Images are vanished?!

qwenty — Sun, 20 May 2012 12:50:41 +0000

qwenty: I Added to /vanilla/applications/dashboard/design/admin.css to the "design" folder of your current theme, in order to change view of dashboard by working on admin.css.

then I went to the dashboard -> images(icons) are disappeared (below picture). Why?

Before adding admin.css to theme: Picture 1

After adding admin.css to theme: Picture 2

@peregrine said:

check you cache, look in firebug to see what css files where loaded, see if images are located where it wants them to be.

I cleaned the ini files from the cache folder and check it again (ctrl+F5) -> small images are vanished.

And firebug can not recognize images elements!

Best place to offer a skin for Vanilla Free?

SyncSpin — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:53:01 +0000

Hey all. I am 90% done on a custom theme for Vanilla and wondering what the best way is to offer it free? Can I post it here? Is there a dedicated site for themes yet?

This one will be like a notepad and my next theme will be a major overhaul.

Here is a pic of the theme I am offering free: http://www.syncspin.com/deskpad_demo.jpg

And here is the one I have just started coding: (The right side will be the Vanilla content, not the thread stuff) http://www.syncspin.com/darkin_demo.jpg

The backgrounds are interchangeable without affecting the design itself. So if you do not like wood, no worries.

Let me know the best place to post that kinda stuff. Thanks!

How to change the uploads directory

luisgzafra — Sat, 19 May 2012 15:54:29 +0000

Hello, i change in conf/constants.php the constant PATH_UPLOADS, it works, up well, etc. But it don't show good the url. ¿How i can change the url of uploads directory?

Thanks!

Location of timeout for saving drafts.

DiegoMac — Sun, 20 May 2012 04:20:13 +0000

The "Draft saved at..." makes my embedded vanilla navigate to a new URL. I've been trying for days to locate where is the code getting the URL to redirect after saving the draft, but haven't had luck. In fact, I can't even find where is the timeout for saving the drafts set. Could you point me to the javascript code where the auto saving of drafts is handled?

Server shows offline

codedonut — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 03:57:41 +0000

i have inputted my server's information, but it always shows it as offline, even when it is online.

Remind Users to come back?

phreak — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:38:34 +0000

Hi all,

Does Vanilla know a way or a plugin to remind Users to check back again.. for example 3 months after inactivity?

I'mean there is a table row "DateLastActive" and i can create a Newsletter-List of those, but just asking.

Thanx for info.

Save site name in data base

luisgzafra — Sun, 13 May 2012 13:34:33 +0000

Hello, i need save the site name in the db and edit this from the admin panel. ¿How i can do it?

Thanks!

Per-user themes

trident — Sat, 19 May 2012 18:51:39 +0000

I've been searching around for any sort of plugin that lets users pick their own theme from those installed. I've seen it mentioned in many places, but I've been unable to find any information on it.

Translateng homepage of dashboard! where is it's files?

qwenty — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:38:18 +0000

How can I translate these items (see picture); Local Developer couldn't find them.

Better code

WEB11 — Sat, 19 May 2012 16:38:40 +0000

You should use this instead:

https://github.com/xPaw/PHP-Minecraft-Query

animated profile pictures

ERRORIST — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:50:06 +0000

how to enable animated profile pictures in Vanilla 2 ?

one user account for more vanilla forum

Chanux — Sat, 19 May 2012 05:18:51 +0000

im using comment as a vanilla for wordpress. it is nice. can we modify it or develop a new plugin for one account for more vanilla forums

i mean if i have 3 vanilla forms called xxx.com, rrr.com and ttt.com, when i crate a account xxx.com, we can log rrr.com and ttt.com using xxx.com account.

give me a idea plz

Subforums

Joshjat — Sat, 19 May 2012 04:13:40 +0000

Hi. I wanna have a category like 'Tips and Tricks' and then subforums in it like 'Pc n Net Tips' and 'Nimbuzz Tips and Tricks' and 'Facebook Tricks' as child category under 'Tips and tricks' Help needed instantly

customization

techtps — Sat, 19 May 2012 08:30:01 +0000

Hello

I am new to Vanilla Forums. I have installed the forum and working good. But how to add features like " popular tags" or "views" or "answered" label. Are there add-ons available ?

can i see, my top 10 karma earner

Chanux — Wed, 02 May 2012 14:50:04 +0000

my community has thousand of members. i cant check all members karma, one by one. can i see, my top 10 karma earner or all karma marks

Ska hjälpa dig lite.....

Theo33 — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 16:42:27 +0000

Notifications (meddelanden?) Notifikationer, går att använda Meddelanden eller Underrättelser med.
Messages (meddelanden?) = Meddelanden
Roles (roller?) = Roller
Announcments = Tillkännagivanden
Sink = Sänk

//Mit freundlichem Grüssen aus Schweden.

How many times has Vanilla been downloaded?

H00j — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:59:21 +0000

I was interested to know how popular vanilla was , does anyone know how many times it has been downloaded?

[Documentation] Vanilla Demo Forums?

aidinabedi — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:21:45 +0000

Is there any demo version of vanilla forums where I can just test creating test questions for evaluating purposes.

not working w/ 2.0.18.4

6apxat — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:29:55 +0000

The plugin works incorrectly with Vanilla version 2.0.18.4, all the links get me to the last page.