This release introduces significant enhancements to the Similar Thread Suggestions addon, expanding its functionality with third-party addon support and improved user experience features.
New Features:
- Added XenForo Resource Manager (XFRM) integration - Display similar resources in a dedicated tab
- Added XenForo Media Gallery (XFMG) integration - Show related media items alongside thread suggestions
- Added DBTech eCommerce integration - Display similar products from your store
- Implemented customizable FontAwesome icons for all tabs - Personalize each tab with your preferred icons
- Added autocomplete warning message - Inform users to check existing threads before posting
- Introduced suggester user avatar feature - Display a designated user avatar (bot/support account) in the widget
Changed Features:
- Improved icon system - Icons now accept simple names (e.g., "clock") instead of full FA classes (e.g., "fa-clock")
- Enhanced template structure with message-inner layout for better compatibility with XenForo themes
- Optimized lazy loading template to match standard widget display
We're excited to announce a major update that significantly expands the capabilities of Similar Thread Suggestions!
Third-Party Addon Integration: This version introduces seamless integration with popular XenForo addons. Your users can now discover not only similar threads but also related resources, media, and products - all in one convenient widget.
- XFRM Support: Suggest relevant resources from your Resource Manager
- XFMG Support: Display related images and videos from Media Gallery
- DBTech eCommerce Support: Show similar products from your store
Enhanced Customization: Take full control of your widget's appearance with new customization options:
- Custom Tab Icons: Choose from thousands of FontAwesome icons for each tab
- Simplified Icon Input: Just enter the icon name (e.g., "sparkles") - no need for technical prefixes
- Suggester Avatar: Assign a user (like a bot or support account) whose avatar appears in the widget
Improved User Experience:
- Smart Autocomplete Warning: When users create new threads, they'll see a helpful reminder to check existing similar threads first
- Better Organization: Admin options are now logically ordered for easier configuration
- Template Improvements: Enhanced compatibility with custom themes and better responsive design
Technical Improvements:
- Refined template structure for better performance
- Fixed lazy loading display issues
- Improved code organization and maintainability
This update maintains full backward compatibility while adding powerful new features to help your community discover more relevant content!