ATS + No Javascript = Data Loss.

When making or editing a post while _javascript is off or while using a script blocking plugin, I am redirected to a page that informs me that there is an "invalid user name." When I realize my mistake, I re-enable _javascript and press the Back Button. Unfortunately any work I did before pressing "Post" or "Edit" is lost.

Forgetting to check the _javascript settings seems like a pretty silly reason to lose everything you were working on. Please consider changing to the use of a reminder to enable _javascript that does not include loss of data.

If you are making a long post you should do it in your word program.
That way it will not get lost.
Live and learn.

That's what I usually do, but sometimes forget. In fact I just did it again and had to rewrite this post. It's a little problem, and I'm sure there is a simple solution.

reply to post by Tearman


I'm not sure if there is really anything the site developers can do about that dilema. I always thought that it was the user's fault for not enabling Java. If you don't, your browser will not store any of the information that ties you to the site.

I would rather have the "post" button have no functionality in the event that _javascript is off rather than be redirected to a page so that my data is lost.

reply to post by ErroneousDylan


That is correct.

OP, you're using a script blocker? That seems like operator error to me. ATS functions as any other site does which uses this form of posting system. Perhaps add ATS to your trusted sites?

I recommend you to copy your text before pressing any buttons. My mobile connection isn't always great so I do this most of the time.

sorta like saying cars should come equipped with wings and propellers or a parachute, in the event someone decides to drive off a cliff.

Originally posted by BohemianBrim
sorta like saying cars should come equipped with wings and propellers or a parachute, in the event someone decides to drive off a cliff.

There should be an exception for posts like this...we should be able to star them!

Originally posted by Shugo
reply to post by ErroneousDylan

 

That is correct.

OP, you're using a script blocker? That seems like operator error to me. ATS functions as any other site does which uses this form of posting system. Perhaps add ATS to your trusted sites?

Okay, I have now. Sorry for this pointless thread.

reply to post by Tearman


No need to apologize! =) There are no stupid questions.

Careful, it is against TOS to use such things as scriptblockers and adblock, cuts into the money of the owners. I have gotten warned about this kind of thing way back when I was new, thought I should pass it along