Why is TRF so hard to navigate

[KingWatches]

I am quite new here so without trying to offend anyobody, can someone explain why TRF software looks like its still from the 1800. I understand it is a sponsored forum or the like but every time I think of posting or making a thread I feel an urge to go for therapy. Maybe I should.
Thoughts? (Not about my therapy. about TRF.)

[brandrea]

I like it … a lot. I’m old though

[SDGT3]

LOL, it is a bit DOS like. I'm still trying to figure out how to post pics with the new apple ios18 update. It used to give you the option to resize them smaller, but it doesn't now so I haven't been able to post.

[KingWatches]

Originally Posted by brandrea

I like it … a lot. I’m old though

Many more years...

[KingWatches]

Originally Posted by SDGT3

LOL, it is a bit DOS like. I'm still trying to figure out how to post pics with the new apple ios18 update. It used to give you the option to resize them smaller, but it doesn't now so I haven't been able to post.

I am trying to figure out how to post pics to start with. keeps asking to resize and I have no idea how to. Maybe I should try stick a printed picture to my screen with glue, though I am not sure how you guys would see it...

[MrGoat]

Pay $1 a month for Tapatalk pro and damn near all of your issues are resolved.


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[KingWatches]

Originally Posted by MrGoat

Pay $1 a month for Tapatalk pro and damn near all of your issues are resolved.


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Is there an option to get an app like that for windows. I am currently running it off my laptop

[KY..]

Not perfect, but it just takes some getting used to.
Highly doubt there’s a monster budget for web services anyway.
I use the free image hosting of IMGUR for my photo posts.
Like everything in the world, you either adjust or leave it alone.

[enjoythemusic]

Get TapTalk.... tho yes this software was written in Basic on a Atari 400, then ported to an IBM clone machine (Wang) with Hayes Microcomputer modem. It's an older code, but it checks out.

[KingWatches]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Get TapTalk.... tho yes this software was written in Basic on a Atari 400, then ported to an IBM clone machine (Wang) with Hayes Microcomputer modem. It's an older code, but it checks out.

Man, there is so much text I don't know where to start...

[MrGoat]

Originally Posted by KingWatches

Is there an option to get an app like that for windows. I am currently running it off my laptop

Not that I’m aware of. I rarely ever visit on my desktop or laptop though. So it works for me and my phone visits.

I primarily use my phone for everything. When I joined, I was using TRF on Safari. Incredible pain in the butt, bought Tapatalk and have been happy with it ever since.


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[brandrea]

It’s funny … I guess I’m so used to this forum platform that I really like it a lot!

I tend to use the forum mainly on my iPad through safari and only when I post a picture do I use tapatalk




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[77T]

Originally Posted by KingWatches

Thoughts? (Not about my therapy. about TRF.)

I think everyone who encounters a new experience dislikes changing their existing habits that they learned on other platforms.

In reading your other posts there are two suggestions I have since you appear to be mostly using a Windows device with TRF.
(BTW, I am big on using TapaTalk on mobile but maybe you're not a mobile user)

1) use a free photo hosting cloud service for your images and then just insert an IMG link to the image in any post you make where you want to include a photo.

Or

2) read the sticky note about image pixel size limits, then use a Windows utility to build a simple auto-resize macro if you want to continue with attaching the actual photo in a post.

Good luck on your choices


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[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by KingWatches

Man, there is so much text I don't know where to start...

Oh... my... gosh... you're right. TRF was written in Fortran. It's an older code, but it checks out

[KingWatches]

Thanks, that is very helpful, and yes, I am really not a phone user. I generally like it for calls and texts and use my laptop for online

[KingWatches]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Oh... my... gosh... you're right. TRF was written in Fortran. It's an older code, but it checks out

It's ironic, looking at your signature...

[Gladiat0r]

I’m fine with it since I used to hang out on older forums similar to this format…

But my 2 only gripes are:

-Posting pictures requires me to use a Resizer app which is an extra step and inconvenience.
-no Like button for posts. I’m not a social media type person, BUT it would be nice to Like a post to let people know you appreciate or agree with what they are saying or the picture they post. Most of the time I just read on here and don’t comment but would still like to show appreciation or agreement in that way.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by KingWatches

It's ironic, looking at your signature...

Thx, but sometimes i find you have to turn things upside down and shake it all up :)

Of course am 100% joking about the TRF coding. We all know it's COBOL

[Rock]

I like it and find it easy to use, post photos (using imgur) and navigate, but then I have always accessed TRF using a Laptop or PC and a big monitor.
I don't do anything on my phone except calls and texts as the format is too tiny and I can't read anything and it compresses detail and loses formats. And the thought of actually posting anything fills me with dread.

[CBB]

I am new but seems easy enough

[fozzyf18]

I'm with the guys who are good with the forum the way that it is, maybe because I have been around a bit, may be considered "old" at 51 (and lurked a lot longer before I signed up and supported this forum).

I frequent just a handful of other forums with varying subject matter, and have seen a few go south quickly because of change. Many (relatively) older members don't typically like to experience a change in forum format, and while it may be true that the updates to forum function are technologically better, losing those members are a significant loss in intellectual knowledge base. One of the greatest values of information on this forum is the knowledge base of its members, and many members on this forum have lived through decades of Rolex changes and can easily answer historic inquiries with the information that is readily available in their brain housing group with little effort. The true value of this forum is its members, their collective knowledge, their willingness to share it with anyone as long as the inquiries are bounded by the forum rules, and the vast knowledge available here in the archives if you are willing to put a little effort into searching older threads.

The perfect example is Padi. He may be grumpy occasionally, be akin to trying to hug a cactus, and draws fire from new members because of his distain for the unfortunate direction that Rolex has morphed into more of an investment and $$$ value, but you cannot disparage his knowledge of the brand through his many decades of experience with Rolex. He is but one example of many who hold the brain trust, many of whom have started as newbs and are now cresting the "expert" designation based on the time they have spent on this forum as scholars. We aren't usually discussing the cutting edge of AI here when and it is not the purpose of this forum as I see it. Many join here because they appreciate wearing a mechanical device on their wrist, and the beauty of what makes these watches run hasn't changed in hundreds of years, so we need the institutional knowledge.

Another example is the recently released Rolex book. Many rejoiced when it was announced, me included. Then the product was delivered and I was astounded that something that appeared to be brand-sanctioned was apparently so full of errors based on (again) the knowledge base of this forum's members compared to the author. I may be drinking the forum Kool-Aid but I don't think so.

I have seen other very popular forums nose-dive after selling out to entrepreneurialism (initials VS and others) that snatch up high-traffic forums for the advertising value. The forums die rapidly shortly after changing hands. I am thankful that owners of the other forums I frequent, and more importantly this one, resist the urge because when subject forums die, then many members tends to move to FB...and realize that is a terrible alternative. No, I think we have it pretty good here.

TLDR: No issue expressing your opinion, but leave it TRF alone please, all is well here. Thank you to the owner, mods and sponsors.

[East Bay Rider]

I've been around a while and I like it as is.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Oh... my... gosh... you're right. TRF was written in Fortran. It's an older code, but it checks out

I was a Fortran programmer back in the ‘80s. lol. It was my first real job after graduating from college. We didn’t use punched cards, so I’m not that old. But we didn’t have graphical user interfaces, a mouse, or the internet. We had to use magnetic tape if we wanted to move a file from one computer to another.

I actually think TRF is pretty simple to navigate. You log in, there is a menu of forums and sub forums. What’s so difficult about it? It’s easy as pie. Using Tapatalk augments the experience.


This is a VT-100 and what I used for my first programming gig. It weighed a ton if you had to move it.




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[Andad]

There are plenty of resizing apps suitable for phones, pads and computers it just take a little more time.

I have no issues with TRF format.

We are not posting up 100 pix/day.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Krash

I was a Fortran programmer back in the ‘80s. lol. It was my first real job after graduating from college. We didn’t use punched cards, so I’m not that old. But we didn’t have graphical user interfaces, a mouse, or the internet. We had to use magnetic tape if we wanted to move a file from one computer to another.

I actually think TRF is pretty simple to navigate. You log in, there is a menu of forums and sub forums. What’s so difficult about it? It’s easy as pie. Using Tapatalk augments the experience.





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My brother leased a bank’s computer during the night and punched cards back in the old days in New Zealand.

50+ years ago.

[996marty]

Posting photos can be an issue if you’re new to the site but if you do it on an iPad it asks you do you want to resize the photo. Once you reduce it slightly it works every time

[77T]

PHP forums are typically powered by a combination of a database management system (commonly MySQL), web technologies, and JavaScript.

Self-hosting images raises the cost of server storage for owners (like Steve) unless some limits are put on members. After all, our basic membership is free. It is easier to limit attachment upload size and allow users to use a photo hosting cloud to still have beautiful images in their posts.

PHP platforms generally focus on more important features than image uploads. Like user authentication, post management, and moderation tools.

It isn't easy to keep this place a friendly one with hackers poking at it constantly.


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[AzPaul]

Originally Posted by brandrea

It’s funny … I guess I’m so used to this forum platform that I really like it a lot!

I tend to use the forum mainly on my iPad through safari and only when I post a picture do I use tapatalk




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You foot fetish guys aren't fooling anyone.
Post your 'ads' elsewhere.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by AzPaul

You foot fetish guys aren't fooling anyone.
Post your 'ads' elsewhere.

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[Giovannibravo]

Originally Posted by MrGoat

Pay $1 a month for Tapatalk pro and damn near all of your issues are resolved.


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I am scared of security issues with the owners of Tapatalk.