What determines when a skin gets "featured"
Tuesday, October 30, 2001 by Ruthven | Discussion: WinCustomize Talk
So I come onto WC today, and finally, I see a Dashboard skin featured right at the top. First time I can remember. And I'm pleased, since Dashboard is what got me here in the first place.
Then I take a closer look. Looks oddly familiar.
Well, that's because it's a skin that was made like six months ago. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not criticizing the work (generally not my taste, but it's well done for what it is). But why suddenly feature it after six months? Just kind of makes me wonder what it is that determines a skin gets featured. Other than the obvious answer: whatever anyone with access feels like featuring.
Yes, I know I'm generally babbling ... other things distracting me this week, and I'm too stupid to not hit the "Submit" button
Then I take a closer look. Looks oddly familiar.
Well, that's because it's a skin that was made like six months ago. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not criticizing the work (generally not my taste, but it's well done for what it is). But why suddenly feature it after six months? Just kind of makes me wonder what it is that determines a skin gets featured. Other than the obvious answer: whatever anyone with access feels like featuring.
Yes, I know I'm generally babbling ... other things distracting me this week, and I'm too stupid to not hit the "Submit" button
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fearoffours
Reply #22 Thursday, November 1, 2001 5:29 AM
Reply #22 Thursday, November 1, 2001 5:29 AM
Glen - that's cool, apologies if we took your post a little out of context
paxx
Reply #23 Thursday, November 1, 2001 6:22 AM
Reply #23 Thursday, November 1, 2001 6:22 AM
Yes, and not all admins are skinners at all. A website needs different people with different talents for admins.
Ruthven
Reply #24 Thursday, November 1, 2001 9:50 AM
Reply #24 Thursday, November 1, 2001 9:50 AM
Thanks for the understanding -- it really was an innocent question. You'll know it when my questions aren't innocent 
And don't sell yourself short, Jafo. You probably hit a larger percentage of good skins with what you've posted ... I post everything I do -- no separating the wheat from the chaff for me (um, replace that with a better cliche, will ya?.. my mind isn't functioning quite right).
Someone remind me in the future -- community theatre and message boards don't mix the week that you're doing a show. I'm tired, posting on here more than ever before, but I don't think I've been making much sense....
And don't sell yourself short, Jafo. You probably hit a larger percentage of good skins with what you've posted ... I post everything I do -- no separating the wheat from the chaff for me (um, replace that with a better cliche, will ya?.. my mind isn't functioning quite right).
Someone remind me in the future -- community theatre and message boards don't mix the week that you're doing a show. I'm tired, posting on here more than ever before, but I don't think I've been making much sense....
JavaBrain
Reply #25 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:15 AM
Reply #25 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:15 AM
Paxx, it's true. Not all the admins are skinners. I have admin access (under KarmaGirl) but I haven't used it a lot yet. However, I do have a fine art photography degree, so it is very easy for me to appreciate the talent that goes into these skins. You don't need to be a "skinner" to know what a good skin is.
Emily
Reply #26 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:24 PM
Reply #26 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:24 PM
Gosh. All this time I thought sexual favors were involved! 
Doreen
Reply #27 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:28 PM
Reply #27 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:28 PM
yeah Emily that is what Jafo told me =/
hmmm Jafo you lying to me about this? hehe
hmmm Jafo you lying to me about this? hehe
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Reply #21 Wednesday, October 31, 2001 7:34 PM