XF 2 Similar threads by AndyB MOVED

Description:

Shows a list of similar threads when a user is creating or viewing a thread.

The Similar threads add-on will do the following:

• Show a list of similar threads when a user is creating a new thread.
• Show a list of similar threads when a user is viewing a thread.

(Example of Similar threads shown in thread view)




(Example of Options page)




(Example of User group permissions)




Features:

• Forum view permissions honored. If a member doesn't have permission to view certain forums, similar threads will not be shown from those forums.
• Supports Enhanced search.
• All phrases start with similarthreads_ for your convenience.

User group permissions:

Normally you will want to set "Yes" for the following two user groups:

Registered
Unregistered / Unconfirmed

Creating optional widget:

This widget is used to display a similar threads block in the thread view sidebar.

1. Admin Control Panel -> Appearance -> Widgets
2. Widget definition = Similar threads
3. Widget key = similar_threads
4. Title = (leave blank)
5. Display in positions = Thread view: Sidebar
6. Click Save.

(Example of Similar threads widget)




Enhanced search:

To enable Enhanced search, select in the Options page. Enhanced search gives better similar thread results because it can use stemming.

Question and answers:

Q: Do I ever have to rebuild the search or thread indexes to use this add-on?
A: No.

Q: Are thread titles and posts searched?
A: Only thread titles are searched.

Q: Is the "View threads by others" set to No or Never honored?
A: No. You will need to exclude those forums in the options page.

Q: In order to use Enhanced search option, do I need to install XenForo Enhanced search?
A: Yes.