Why can't I attach images to posts anymore?

Pete_89T2 · 09-02-2018, 11:00 AM

It would appear you can't attach images to your posts here anymore. While trying to post a write-up to the 2nd gen section, I tried to attach some JPG pictures with no luck. I've done this successfully many many times in the past & know the procedure, so that's not the issue.

Anyway, with the first image I attempted to post via "manage attachments" function, it refused and told me the image size was too big - mine was something like 4096 x 2048, and it said we're limited to 1200 x 1200. Ok, no problem - I used some software to reduce the image size down by 75% to 1024 x 512, tried to upload that JPG file instead and it still wouldn't work. What gives? A car forum that doesn't allow picture posting is pretty useless.

FC Zach · 09-03-2018, 10:45 PM

I don't have an answer for this particular issue but I can say that using an image hosting site (I use Flickr) is without a doubt the best way I've shared pictures. No attachments to open for the end user. . and all around easier for the poster.

t_g_farrell · 09-04-2018, 10:14 AM

What Zach said. Be aware some hosting sites make it almost impossible to embed your photos in other web sites (google anyone). I gone back to flickr as well for some of my pic posting needs.

Pete_89T2 · 09-05-2018, 06:30 AM

Yeah, I thought about using one of the image hosting/cloud storage sites but that has its problems too as you guys mentioned. Would be much better to be able to just upload your picture here on RCC so it can be embedded right in the post - much easier for the reader and poster. We used to be able to do this; RCC forum is broken.

chibikougan · 09-07-2018, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_89T2

Yeah, I thought about using one of the image hosting/cloud storage sites but that has its problems too as you guys mentioned. Would be much better to be able to just upload your picture here on RCC so it can be embedded right in the post - much easier for the reader and poster. We used to be able to do this; RCC forum is broken.

We have been reduced to the Basic Plan...

ygz · 12-11-2018, 10:41 AM

Hm. What happened to the flexibility of forum software? Has it all been bought up and sabotaged by faecesbook? No wonder open forums are on the decline...

When the internet no longer allows you to discuss your hobby with like-minded people online without agreeing to sell your soul and integrity to the likes of Zuckerberg and his profit-making goons, what's the point?

chibikougan · 12-11-2018, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ygz

Hm. What happened to the flexibility of forum software? Has it all been bought up and sabotaged by faecesbook? No wonder open forums are on the decline...

When the internet no longer allows you to discuss your hobby with like-minded people online without agreeing to sell your soul and integrity to the likes of Zuckerberg and his profit-making goons, what's the point?

Nope it is owned by the same person. Seems Instagram and other Social Media is the way to go these days Pete. If you're not showing the world everything you are doing it does not seem to be worth it anymore.

Where is Brian? He quit being a Mod?

Donate button is gone too...

Hey anyone here moderating this piece. Saw Ted the other day.

Gonna post some black boxes...

***ZGN*** · 02-06-2019, 07:42 PM

deleted a few spammers. I'll kick a few more you you post a link to the junk here.

t_g_farrell · 02-07-2019, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ZGN

deleted a few spammers. I'll kick a few more you you post a link to the junk here.

About time you showed up over here! Thanks Kevin.

Pete_89T2 · 02-07-2019, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ZGN

deleted a few spammers. I'll kick a few more you you post a link to the junk here.

Will deleting spammers fix my attachment posting problem as described in post #1?

BTW - glad to see you're back!

***ZGN*** · 02-28-2019, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_89T2

Will deleting spammers fix my attachment posting problem as described in post #1?

BTW - glad to see you're back!

I really need someone to help out with moderation, maintenance and updates.

chibikougan · 03-02-2019, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ZGN

I really need someone to help out with moderation, maintenance and updates.

I would offer help but I am ignorant when it comes to moderation.

09-03-2018, 10:45 PM	#2
FC Zach RCC Loves Me Not You Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Eagleville, TN Posts: 2,267 Rep Power: 20	I don't have an answer for this particular issue but I can say that using an image hosting site (I use Flickr) is without a doubt the best way I've shared pictures. No attachments to open for the end user. . and all around easier for the poster. __________________ 1993 Yamaha GTS1000 1992 Celica Turbo AllTrac 1987 RX7 Sport 1979 Yamaha G1, KM24 powered 1975 Dolmar KMS4

09-04-2018, 10:14 AM	#3
t_g_farrell Waffles - hmmm good Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 757 Rep Power: 0	What Zach said. Be aware some hosting sites make it almost impossible to embed your photos in other web sites (google anyone). I gone back to flickr as well for some of my pic posting needs. __________________ 1980 GS stockport, Fat Nikki, RB Dual Facetfuel pumps, Holley regulator, RB Street port exhaust, 2GDFIS, MR2 MK I electric fans, 2G strut bar, relayed fans, lights and fuel pump, LEDs Project Fat Nikki Budget 12A rebuild Video setup < $30.00

12-11-2018, 10:41 AM	#6
ygz RX2nut Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 15 Rep Power: 0	Hm. What happened to the flexibility of forum software? Has it all been bought up and sabotaged by faecesbook? No wonder open forums are on the decline... When the internet no longer allows you to discuss your hobby with like-minded people online without agreeing to sell your soul and integrity to the likes of Zuckerberg and his profit-making goons, what's the point? __________________ ---- 1972 RX2 Super Deluxe Coupe

02-06-2019, 07:42 PM	#8
*ZGN* Administrator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 2,264 Rep Power: 10	deleted a few spammers. I'll kick a few more you you post a link to the junk here. __________________ Kevin

09-02-2018, 11:00 AM	#1
Pete_89T2 Lifetime Rotorhead Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Elkton, MD Posts: 874 Rep Power: 16	Why can't I attach images to posts anymore? It would appear you can't attach images to your posts here anymore. While trying to post a write-up to the 2nd gen section, I tried to attach some JPG pictures with no luck. I've done this successfully many many times in the past & know the procedure, so that's not the issue. Anyway, with the first image I attempted to post via "manage attachments" function, it refused and told me the image size was too big - mine was something like 4096 x 2048, and it said we're limited to 1200 x 1200. Ok, no problem - I used some software to reduce the image size down by 75% to 1024 x 512, tried to upload that JPG file instead and it still wouldn't work. What gives? A car forum that doesn't allow picture posting is pretty useless.

09-05-2018, 06:30 AM	#4
Pete_89T2 Lifetime Rotorhead Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Elkton, MD Posts: 874 Rep Power: 16	Yeah, I thought about using one of the image hosting/cloud storage sites but that has its problems too as you guys mentioned. Would be much better to be able to just upload your picture here on RCC so it can be embedded right in the post - much easier for the reader and poster. We used to be able to do this; RCC forum is broken.