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chhitiz
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why is it that you post on 'pf random thoughts' once and get notifications for eternity but have to keep on checking 'best guitarist ever' for new posts?
In summary, the conversation is about the frustration of receiving notifications for one thread but not another on the forum. The solution is to click on "Thread Tools" and choose "Subscribe" for the desired thread. However, the individual may still not receive notifications unless they visit the thread and are logged in. There may also be a bug causing the issue.
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tiny-tim
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hi chhitiz! 
dunno why it doesn't work already,
but you can fix it by clicking "Thread Tools" just above the top post, then either "Subscribe to this thread", or unsubscribe and subscribe again.
dunno why it doesn't work already,
but you can fix it by clicking "Thread Tools" just above the top post, then either "Subscribe to this thread", or unsubscribe and subscribe again.
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chhitiz
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thanks for the tip. but i was wondering if i could, keep getting subscriptions of every 'best guitarist ever' post even without posting like i do for 'pf random thoughts'. i checked and i do have a subscription for the thread even though i don't get every update.
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NeoDevin
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At the top right of the first post in the thread, there is a button marked "Thread Tools". Choose "Subscribe" under there.
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chhitiz
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that's the thing. the only option available to me is 'unsubscribe' as i already am subscribing to the thread. however, i don't get notification of every post i until keep on posting, like i do get for 'pf random thoughts'.
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Borek
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You have to visit the thread after being notified - and you have to be logged when visiting the thread, so that you are correctly identified and correct flag is being set/reset.
But then it can be a bug.
But then it can be a bug.
FAQ: Murphy's law of thread notification
What is Murphy's Law of Thread Notification?
Murphy's Law of Thread Notification is a scientific principle that states "if a thread has the potential to be tangled or knotted, it will inevitably become tangled or knotted."
Is Murphy's Law of Thread Notification a real scientific law?
Yes, Murphy's Law of Thread Notification is a real scientific law that has been observed and studied by scientists in the field of physics and mechanics.
How did Murphy's Law of Thread Notification get its name?
Murphy's Law of Thread Notification is named after a famous adage, "Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong," coined by American engineer Edward Murphy in the 1940s.
Does Murphy's Law of Thread Notification only apply to threads?
No, Murphy's Law of Thread Notification can also be observed in other similar situations, such as tangled wires or knots in hair.
Can Murphy's Law of Thread Notification be prevented?
While it is impossible to completely prevent Murphy's Law of Thread Notification, taking preventative measures such as organizing and properly storing threads can decrease the likelihood of it occurring.
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