Another issue is the new forum home page. The links to featured threads don't show which forum the threads are posted in, nor does it give people easy access to the SoP.
An example: there was an influx of way out there, very heterodox, posts in a recent thread on TT. I looked at the front page, and sure enough that thread was one of the featured threads on the homepage.
I really think it contributes to this problem. It does give more visibility to posts, and may increase activity. However, it also lessens the visibility of forum specific restrictions. People see a topic title they are interested and post. It's confusing, especially for new members. If I ever use that new homepage feature, I have to make a point to step back, look at the top of the screen and determine the thread's location.
I know it is possible to have some indication of the subforum location, as LDS threads have a little badge on them. I'm not sure why they don't do that for all threads.
Thanks for raising this; we have raised this before, but I agree, it is so in our face right now. I will be raising this concern with our other admins and advisers.
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