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In the coming days, we will | In the coming days, we will be upgrading the software that powers MozillaWiki. | ||
This upgrade includes several significant changes to the look and feel of the wiki (e.g. to its skins). These changes include: | This upgrade includes several significant changes to the look and feel of the wiki (e.g. to its skins). These changes include: | ||
* The default theme (skin) for new and anonymous users will from GMO to Vector. | * The default theme (skin) for new and anonymous users will change from GMO to [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Skin:Vector Vector.] | ||
* Users | * Users may only use Vector or Monobook as their themes. Users may not specify any other custom themes in their preferences, including Cavendish, GMO, and Modern. | ||
* Users who have previously selected one of these unsupported custom themes will be able to continue using it for a limited time. These users should be aware that these themes are not supported and may not work as expected. | ** Note: Users who have previously selected one of these unsupported custom themes will be able to continue using it for a limited time. These users should be aware that these themes are not supported and may not work as expected. | ||
==FAQ== | ==FAQ== | ||
Revision as of 15:39, 7 August 2014
In the coming days, we will be upgrading the software that powers MozillaWiki. This upgrade includes several significant changes to the look and feel of the wiki (e.g. to its skins). These changes include:
- The default theme (skin) for new and anonymous users will change from GMO to Vector.
- Users may only use Vector or Monobook as their themes. Users may not specify any other custom themes in their preferences, including Cavendish, GMO, and Modern.
- Note: Users who have previously selected one of these unsupported custom themes will be able to continue using it for a limited time. These users should be aware that these themes are not supported and may not work as expected.
FAQ
Why are these changes being made to the MozillaWiki?
Cavendish, GMO, Modern and all other obsolete themes are being removed because they are not fully compatible with the current, stable version of MediaWiki.
Why was Vector chosen as the default theme?
Vector is the main theme supported by core MediaWiki software. As such, it is the easiest to maintain. We are using a slightly modified version of Vector in order to provide a more Mozilla look and feel.