We are excited to announced that we are upgrading the DonsTalk community to a new version of our forum software this summer! This isn't just a small update; it's a complete overhaul of how our site looks, feels and functions.
Our goal with this upgrade is to make the site faster, easier to use on your phones, and more fun to interact with. Here's a quick guide to the biggest changes you'll notice:
🌙Native Dark Mode
We now have a native Dark Mode built directly into the core of the site.
How to use it: You can manually toggle between Light and Dark modes, or set it to "System" so it automatically matches your phone or computer's theme.
No more blinding white screen during late-night browsing!
✍️ The New "TipTap" Posting Editor
Writing posts is now smoother and more modern. The new editor is designed to be lightweight and "distraction-free."
Slash Commands: Simply type a / to pull up a quick menu of options like lists, quotes, or code blocks.
Draggable Media: You can now click and drag your uploaded images or attachments to move them exactly where you want them in your post.
Floating Toolbar: On mobile, the editor tools stay right where you need them, making long replies on your phone less frustrating.
📱A Better Mobile Experience
The entire site will be rebuilt with a "mobile-first" mindset.
Swipe menus: Navigation is now much more intuitive on touchscreens.
Faster Loading: The code behind the scenes is much lighter, meaning pages should snap open faster ven on slower mobile connections.
🏆Community Experts and Badges
We want to highlight people who make DonsTalk great.
Expert Status: The system now helps us identify "Community Experts" - members who consistently provide helpful answers and earn "Helpful" votes.
New Badges: Keep an eye out for new, high-quality badges appearing on profiles as you participate and reach new milestones!
A Note on the Transition
Because this is a major "under-the-hood" upgrade, you will notice that the current theme will change. We're trading the theme in for a much more stable, faster, and secure platform that will allow DonsTalk to grow for years to come.
🤦🏻Will I need to sign up again?
No - your existing username and password will work with the new site.
📆When did the change happen?
The upgrade took place on Monday 6 July 2026.
ℹ️More on the changes
We'll be posting more information on the changes nearer the launch date.
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Hi everyone
We are excited to announced that we are upgrading the DonsTalk community to a new version of our forum software this summer! This isn't just a small update; it's a complete overhaul of how our site looks, feels and functions.
Our goal with this upgrade is to make the site faster, easier to use on your phones, and more fun to interact with. Here's a quick guide to the biggest changes you'll notice:
🌙 Native Dark Mode
We now have a native Dark Mode built directly into the core of the site.
How to use it: You can manually toggle between Light and Dark modes, or set it to "System" so it automatically matches your phone or computer's theme.
No more blinding white screen during late-night browsing!
✍️ The New "TipTap" Posting Editor
Writing posts is now smoother and more modern. The new editor is designed to be lightweight and "distraction-free."
Slash Commands: Simply type a / to pull up a quick menu of options like lists, quotes, or code blocks.
Draggable Media: You can now click and drag your uploaded images or attachments to move them exactly where you want them in your post.
Floating Toolbar: On mobile, the editor tools stay right where you need them, making long replies on your phone less frustrating.
📱 A Better Mobile Experience
The entire site will be rebuilt with a "mobile-first" mindset.
Swipe menus: Navigation is now much more intuitive on touchscreens.
Faster Loading: The code behind the scenes is much lighter, meaning pages should snap open faster ven on slower mobile connections.
🏆 Community Experts and Badges
We want to highlight people who make DonsTalk great.
Expert Status: The system now helps us identify "Community Experts" - members who consistently provide helpful answers and earn "Helpful" votes.
New Badges: Keep an eye out for new, high-quality badges appearing on profiles as you participate and reach new milestones!
A Note on the Transition
Because this is a major "under-the-hood" upgrade, you will notice that the current theme will change. We're trading the theme in for a much more stable, faster, and secure platform that will allow DonsTalk to grow for years to come.
🤦🏻 Will I need to sign up again?
No - your existing username and password will work with the new site.
📆 When did the change happen?
The upgrade took place on Monday 6 July 2026.
ℹ️ More on the changes
We'll be posting more information on the changes nearer the launch date.