[FateKid] Solution Control

XF2 Addons [FateKid] Solution Control v1.0.1
Intuitive automation options for solution-based forum nodes

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Developed by FateKid at NullForums, SolutionControl™ is a smart automation add-on for XenForo that enhances the functionality of question-based forums by automatically managing thread prefixes and locking behavior when a solution is marked. Streamline your forum moderation, highlight answered threads, and keep your discussions tidy with minimal effort.

Features​

  • Auto-Prefixing: Automatically applies a specified prefix to threads when a post is marked as a solution
  • Thread Locking: Optionally locks threads once a solution is selected—and unlocks them if the solution is removed
  • Daily Cron Sync: Retroactively locks older threads that have a solution marked but weren’t previously locked
  • Node-Based Configuration: Enable and customize behavior per forum node for maximum flexibility
  • Works with Question Threads: Seamlessly integrates with XenForo’s native question forum node type

Why Use This Add-on?​

  • Improve Forum Clarity: Easily distinguish solved threads with visual prefixes
  • Reduce Moderator Workload: Automate repetitive tasks like locking and prefixing threads
  • Promote Organization: Keeps your Q&A forums clean and easy to navigate
  • Configurable Control: Tailor behavior based on individual forum needs
  • Retroactive Compatibility: Daily cron job ensures older threads are brought up to standard

Installation & Setup​

  1. Upload the contents of the /upload directory to your XenForo root directory
  2. Go to Admin CP > Add-ons, then install SolutionControl

Configuration​

  1. Navigate to Admin CP > Forums
  2. Edit any forum using the 'Question' thread type
  3. You’ll find two new options under the forum’s settings:
    • Select a prefix to be auto-applied when a solution is marked
    • Enable or disable auto-locking of threads when a solution is marked (and auto-unlock when removed)
  4. Save your settings—done!

Retroactive Thread Locking​

SolutionControl includes a daily cron job that scans all forums with auto-locking enabled and:
  • Finds threads that are marked as solved
  • Checks if they're not currently locked
  • Locks them automatically
This ensures older threads also benefit from automated control—even if they were solved before the add-on was installed.



Compatibility​

  • XenForo 2.2.0+
  • PHP 7.3+

License​

This add-on is released under the MIT License, meaning you’re free to use it on unlimited sites.



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