Introducing the Forum System in Init Manga v1.2.4

Version 1.2.4 of Init Manga marks the launch of a built-in community forum system — a major step forward in boosting reader engagement. With this new feature, users can create posts, participate in discussions, and connect with others directly on your website without needing third-party plugins.

Introducing the Forum System in Init Manga v1.2.4

Auto-activated forum based on category slug

The forum system is deeply integrated into Init Manga and is automatically enabled when a category has the following slug:

  • forum
  • dien-dan

When users visit these categories, the theme switches to “Forum Mode” with a layout optimized for discussions.

Prominent “Create Post” button

On any forum category page, users will see a prominent “Create Post” button in the corner. Clicking it opens a modal that allows users to:

  • Enter a post title
  • Write post content

Posts are submitted using JavaScript and REST API for a smooth and instant experience — no page reload required.

Optional post approval setting

Admins can enable the “Require post approval” option in the settings panel. When enabled:

  • New posts are saved as pending
  • They will only be published after admin review

If disabled, posts will be published immediately after submission.

Minimal post list display

Posts in forum categories are displayed using a clean, text-only layout with no thumbnails or excerpts. Each entry focuses on:

  • Post title
  • Author
  • Publish time

This helps keep the discussion area clean and easy to navigate.

Toast notifications and smart reload

All actions — successful submission, errors, or approval notices — are handled with clear toast notifications powered by Init User Engine. Additionally:

  • If the post is published immediately → the page reloads to show the new post
  • If the post is pending → a notification is shown: “Post submitted, awaiting approval”

Conclusion

With the Forum System, Init Manga v1.2.4 becomes not only a manga reading platform, but also a space for meaningful community interaction. You can enable it simply by creating a category with the correct slug — no extra plugins required. A lightweight, effective, and user-friendly solution for both readers and site admins.

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