User CP and Pentax FAQ Improvements

[Adam]

In an effort to constantly improve the site and make it more user-friendly, I've modified the User Control Panel (UCP) and member profile pages just a bit. I've also changed the way posting in the Pentax FAQ section will work.

Let's start with the the FAQ. Up until now, users were free to post new entries, but I've been seeing loads of misplaced posts recently. Because of this, I've decided to require moderator-approval of all new threads in the section. In other words, your new threads will not be visible to you or the public until a moderator has approved it. If it does not below in the FAQ, it will be moved

Please, remember that the FAQ is a resource, not a help section. If you need help with something, please post a thread in the correct discussion category. With that said, feel free to learn more about the FAQ in this thread: http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/p...t-section.html. Since many of the current articles are outdated (pertaining to the *ist D and DS only), we'd appreciate some help with the creation of new articles. You are always welcome to add an entry!

Secondly, I added a section to every member's profile page that displays his/her total number of photos uploaded as well as a direct link to his/her album. If that member hasn't uploaded any photos, the link will obviously not be visible.



Now, for the new User CP:

As in the screenshot below, you'll notice that things have been re-arranged, and those mot useful (Private Messaging, Thread Notification) are now at the top. Some nice icons also accompany them

The donation link, formerly labeled "Paid Subscriptions," has been moved to the very bottom of the UCP and renamed to "Donations & Merchandise." Nothing new has been added to the page; it's still just donations and bumper stickers. I'm considering PentaxForums.com T-Shirts, though