18 responses to “Should I add a ‘like’ and other buttons on the main page?”

1. Add buttons that are black with thin white font. Add “dude!” Button as well as like, comment, etc. The black will almost give a “clear” look instead of opaque/obstructed appearance. I’m gettin’ my haiku on…running’ like shimizu no aki.

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   • I am afraid I cannot do as you suggest, although css access might get me a bit closer to that aim. I might have to self-host, were I to decide to do so. I have decided, then, to leave things as they are for now. Although I have turned the buttons on for short periods of time here and there–just on a whim.

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   • I was hoping for the “dude” button in the worst way.

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   • If I ever decide to self-host…

     I will put one in just for you!

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   • Dude! :-)

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2. I agree that you should add the button.

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   • Thank you for your input! I very much appreciated it.

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3. I truly appreciate having a ‘like’ button on blogs I read. I would imagine there are many readers who want to let you know they like your post without having to leave a full comment. Short answer is yes, please add. :)

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   • I hope to do so in the future in a way in which the stark appearance is not disturbed. If I had my way now, I think I would also hid the categories and tags and substitute a “like” button next to the quiet little comment link.

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4. I like the all black, Esthetically. Practically, I am unsure.
   How about giving it a try each way?

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   • I’m replyin’ to myself now… that’s gotta be some kinda halfheimer’s, right there.

     I just read Gentle Annie Mae’s comment. Yes, please, my dear!

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   • I remember the first time someone exclaimed “Dude!!” upon hearing me read a short story aloud. I felt I had arrived in the new millennium. : )

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   • Yes I believe I will ponder it further. I have changed it back and forth a few times recently, although I keep changing it back again, so you may not have yet noticed.

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5. I sometimes do not leave a comment but to let you know I have been here I use the like button. So yes, I think you should and I agree that you can use the black with the white font it would look perfect.

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   • I would love to do this, but am currently limited with the “like” widget because I am not self-hosted. (yet… I have been considering creating a mirror site so I can test the functionality of wordpress.org’s software.

     A nerdy project I am most certain would be enjoyable as well as somewhat vexing ; )

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   • So much to learn and decide on isn’t there? :)

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   • Yes indeed. All this in which ones obsession and compulsion may be indulged.

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6. Yes! More ways to get feedback is always better.

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