FAQ Different ways to view threads

Different ways to view threads​

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FAQ Key Concept
As we see ScubaBoard; forum categories contain forums, forums contain threads, and threads contain posts. But our cloud computer servers see it all differently.

All the "content" (data) on ScubaBoard is stored in a large and complex database. The xenForo software displays that "data" to members in "views" that are useful to readers. Unlike a more static data storage format like a spreadsheet, database programs allow looking at data from a nearly limitless number of views.

Tools to Modify Thread and Post Views​

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1. The type of content the view applies to. It might be threads, posts, media (images) and/or resources.
2. Pre-defined commonly used views or data.
3. Applies to posts. The system keeps track of posts you have read (opened technically)
4. Additional "Filters" (selection criteria) available.
5. A common modifier to the selection criteria.

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Most Common Views​

You can see ScubaBoard's Forums list by clicking on the Forum tab near the top of most pages.

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New posts is the same view as the one under the What's new tab.

Find threads is very useful and often overlooked menu.

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Watched Threads & Forums views

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Filters​

Filters change the selection criteria for various standard views in ScubaBoard. The following examples are the most commonly used, but is not an complete list.

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This image shows the Filters menu for the New Posts views.

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This is the Filters menu for views of forum threads. It is a sub-set of options available in the Search function.

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This is the Filters menu for the New Media view.

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Filter by Thread Prefix​

You can limit your view of threads to those with a certain title prefix. This example shows all Trip Reports in the Greater Caribbean & Bermuda forum, but it works in any forum and any title prefix. Just click on the title prefix flag.

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Note that the thread prefix is automatically added to the filter list. Thanks to @scubadada for sharing this tip.

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ScubaBoard's Search Function​

ScubaBoard Search is closely related but is a FAQ thread by itself.

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