UBB.Developers Forums UBB.threads 6 V6 Modifications Finished-[6.3-6.4] Per-Forum Attachments - Version 1.0

Mod Name / Version: Per-Forum Attachments - Version 1.0

Description: A modification that allows admins the option of allowing file attachments on posts in specific forums only.

Working Under: UBB.Threads 6.3-6.4

Mod Status: Finished

Any pre-requisites: None

Author(s): Sheallaidh

Date: 05/11/04

Credits: Me and a half a pack of Embassy Number 1

Files Altered:
./ubbthreads/addpost.php
./ubbthreads/modifypost.php
./ubbthreads/newpost.php
./ubbthreads/newreply.php
./ubbthreads/admin/createboard.php
./ubbthreads/admin/docreate.php
./ubbthreads/admin/viewboard.php
./ubbthreads/admin/doeditboard.php
./ubbthreads/languages/english/default/admin/createboard.php
./ubbthreads/languages/english/default/admin/Viewboard.php

New Files: None.

Database Altered: w3t_Boards (column added)

Info/Instructions:
1. Follow the modification instructions attached.
2. Go to your admin area and choose edit config settings.
3. Turn on file attachments by specifying a writeable folder, and the URL.
4. Set the maximum allowed size of attachments.
5. Set what file types to allow.
6. Click the update config.inc.php button.
7. Using the edit forum tool, allow file attachments to any or all forums.

NOTE: Allowing file attachments is set to OFF by default on any existing forums.

Disclaimer: Please backup every file that you intend to modify.
If the modification modifies the database, it's a good idea to backup your database before doing so.

Note: If you modify your UBB.Threads code, you may be giving up your right for "official" support from Infopop.If you need official support, you'll need to restore unmodified files.