+Amazingracer Posted October 21, 2003 Posted October 21, 2003 Ok Im not trying to start anything here. Why do the cache icons keep changing? I like the old ones(3d blue/red ones) they matched the decor of the site and looked very nice, but what in thw orld is up with these new things? They look out of place and to me are an eye sore. IMHO. So why the change? Also why did the title (the text at the top of your browser ie. "New Cache Icons? - Powered by Infopop - Microsoft Internet Explorer") for the cache pages change? Because now hen you are looking up a bunch of caches, say planning a cache run, you have to guess what page is which becasue they ALL say the same thing. I highly recommend that be changed back to the old way of displaying Waypoint and cache name. Happy Hunting -Amazingracer If war protesters don't believe in violence what would they do if we punched them in the nose?
+DrummerKid418 Posted October 21, 2003 Posted October 21, 2003 These new icons are absolutly hideous. Whoever created these should be embarrassed. Let's go back to the previous icons, which looked MUCH better.
+Geo-Ferrets Posted October 21, 2003 Posted October 21, 2003 I third that. I came to the forums scratching my head, hoping for an explanation for the icon change. The old ones looked really nice, but these new ones look like something I'd make, and I'm no artist. While icons aren't really important enough to make a scene over, I'd love to at least hear the reason for the change, if we can't get the old ones back.
+Bilder Posted October 21, 2003 Posted October 21, 2003 Think they changed them to match the new map icons. A little change is good for the soul. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have never been lost. Been awful confused for a few days, but never lost! N61.12.041 W149.43.734
+Prime Suspect Posted October 21, 2003 Posted October 21, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Amazingracer: Also why did the title (the text at the top of your browser ie. "New Cache Icons? - Powered by Infopop - Microsoft Internet Explorer") for the cache pages change? Because now hen you are looking up a bunch of caches, say planning a cache run, you have to guess what page is which becasue they ALL say the same thing. I highly recommend that be changed back to the old way of displaying Waypoint and cache name. I don't see it. I just checked a couple of pages, and they browser title is the waypoint ID, followed by the cache name and owner. "Don't mess with a geocacher. We know all the best places to hide a body."
+Jeremy Posted October 21, 2003 Posted October 21, 2003 There was a short hiccup today as I moved over some files to the server. The cache names are back. Yeah, still tweaking the icons. They work well within the maps but not so much on the cache pages. Some didn't like the old designs, some like and don't like the new ones. I may "flip" them back to the old designs and research other alternatives. Jeremy Irish Groundspeak - The Language of Location
+Captain Morgan Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 Jeremy, if you are unsure what to do to cache icons, then why not make a poll about them?
+Jeremy Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 We do plan to create a poll. Jeremy Irish Groundspeak - The Language of Location
+DirtRunner Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 Stupid question... I could try to create some Icons; I am not bad since I do this fairly regularly for my job, If I created some, would you look at them or just reject them outright? I don't know if I have the time, but I would try if there were a chance they would be looked at. Let me know DirtRunner Your not first...But you could be next.
Starbuckles Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 Please oh please could there be a different icon for "micro" caches? I get all excited to see a new "traditional" cache only to find out it's a micro. Nothing against micros, just prefer to hunt for regular caches. Anyone else feel the same?
+Cornix Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Gamma Ray Foil Heads:Please oh please could there be a different icon for "micro" caches? ... Have a look at this thread: icon for microcaches? Cornix
+CYBret Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 The only one I don't like is the ghost used for the Locationless and Virtuals...just a tad on the silly side. Not that I've got any better ideas, though...but I'll think about it. The others look pretty good to me...and yes, one way or another I think it's a great idea to keep them consistant with the maps. Bret "The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again." Mt. 13:44 CYBret's Geocaching Page
Starbuckles Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Cornix: Have a look at this thread: http://ubbx.Groundspeak.com/6/ubb.x?a=tpc&s=5726007311&f=8016058331&m=11660559 Cornix Cornix, thanks for the info. Aye yi yi, who knew it could get so complicated?!?
+Captain Morgan Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Gamma Ray Foil Heads:Please oh please could there be a different icon for "micro" caches? I get all excited to see a new "traditional" cache only to find out it's a micro. Nothing against micros, just prefer to hunt for regular caches. Anyone else feel the same? Hi! When you have found some 100 - 200 caches, you will probably see that regular caches can be almost any size that is little big bigger than film canister (i.e. small regular) or little bit smaller than 5 gallon bucket (i.e large regular).
+Amazingracer Posted October 22, 2003 Author Posted October 22, 2003 Jeremy what if you guys changed the cache icons on the map to old icons? I dont know if that would work or what ever but that wouldve seen more logical than change the main icons to the map iconns, IMHO. Happy Hunting -Amazingracer If war protesters don't believe in violence what would they do if we punched them in the nose?
+ClayJar Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 Every time someone mentions new cache icons I think about Watcher's cache icons... then I go on about my business. At least so far, I've received no requests to change Watcher's icons, so I suppose I'm safe. [[[ ClayJar Networks ]]] Home of Watcher downloads, Official Geocaching Chat, and the Geocache Rating System
InkyCat Posted October 22, 2003 Posted October 22, 2003 The new icons are hideous. And an eyesore. They are hideous eyesores. Maybe they are fine for the maps but they just make the cache pages and the whole website experience a lot less enjoyable. Especially that stupid ghost. Gross. Please please please oh please change them back. Thanks, InkyCat
+CYBret Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 How about a camera for the locationless caches (or virtuals or both)? Bret "The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again." Mt. 13:44 CYBret's Geocaching Page
+Sunnydae & Co Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 Yeah, I don't care for the new icons. The one I really enjoyed was the TB spider, the new ones are awful. And I agree about the ghost is goofy. I liked the idea of the camera for the locationless. Hmmm... almost anything would be better than what we have now. Cache On! Sunnydae & Co
+DapperDanMan Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I like how the virtual caches are now a little ghost because Virtual Caches are just plain scary.
Starbuckles Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Captain_Morgan&Family: Hi! When you have found some 100 - 200 caches, you will probably see that regular caches can be almost any size that is little big bigger than film canister (i.e. small regular) or little bit smaller than 5 gallon bucket (i.e large regular). Aye, Cap'n!! Well, I suppose you're right. In my neck of the woods we seem to have an abundance of micro caches that are Bison capsules/log only/no trade items. I just get a kick out of being able to trade items. So maybe I'll head over to the discussion of "Icons for MicroCaches". But first I might as well register my opinion on the New Cache Icons: Two Thumbs Up!
+Mossman Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I like the new cache icons. I think they are more realistic than the jar that were on here before.
+briansnat Posted October 23, 2003 Posted October 23, 2003 I kind of like the new icons. I agree with mossman that old ones looked like some sort of cookie jar. "You can't make a man by standing a sheep on his hind legs. But by standing a flock of sheep in that position, you can make a crowd of men" - Max Beerbohm
+brad.32 Posted October 24, 2003 Posted October 24, 2003 I'm looking for additional icons, well, just one really. I don't really care about the LOOK of the icons, only their function, except the virtual. That stupid ghost is going after Halloween, right? What does that have to do with the web page theme? They could be letters, as long as people knew what the letters meant, but many people would think those ... boring. There are two questions: Do they convey the useful information? ("traditional"/regular, multi, MICRO (hint, hint), virtual, event, etc.) Do they fit in with the design theme of the geocaching.com web pages?
+Mark 42 Posted October 25, 2003 Posted October 25, 2003 Also night caches, mini caches, locationless, water (boat or scuba req'd), photo (just a logbook and a camera in the cache), perhaps even ones that can be solved with map/compass, etc. Maybe even the ability to combine applicable icons (like a compass available, micro, water, night cache) "I'm not Responsible... just ask my wife, She'll confirm it"
+The Blue Quasar Posted October 26, 2003 Posted October 26, 2003 I assumed that the GHOST for virtual and locationless is because those types are no longer available... and therefore DEAD. As in they are no longer being approved. No sarcasm intended, if you read any it was merely a perception issue. Smile and the world wonders what you are up to. There is a time and place for everything. It's called 'college'
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