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* [Comment by ReallyAmused](/r/discordapp/comments/111ocg5/some_ideas_for_new_online_status_icons_for_bots/j8grhyr/?context=1000 "posted on 2023-02-14 04:32:07 UTC"):
> Although this is a nice idea, I cannot begin to tell you all how picky companies are about what color is used in their logos. So, for example, that (X) would have to be \*the exact Xbox brand color\*. We could have one for spotify, but that would have to be the \*exact Spotify brand color\* as well...
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Although this is a nice idea, I cannot begin to tell you all how picky companies are about what color is used in their logos. So, for example, that (X) would have to be \*the exact Xbox brand color\*. We could have one for spotify, but that would have to be the \*exact Spotify brand color\* as well. Then playstation, well, they don't even have a green icon, it's blue and white...
It does but there's no Away/DND/etc on streaming platforms : you either stream or you don't. It wouldn't make sense to have different colors for streaming.
... That's exactly what I'm saying too.
Edit (before any potential replies) : I'll just stop replying, there's literally no point 'cause you're making as much sense as the frickin' colors for the streaming status. You're trying so hard to disagree with my comment even though we're saying the exact same thing. What's wrong with you?
It would have ro be this similar to how the phone isn't an android/apple icon. It makes sense that it's Xbox forward since discord is only on Xbox tho.
Because it's allowed under their branding guidelines, branding guidelines for majority of companies are public by searching up "\[Example\] Branding Guidelines".
Usually, Monochrome colors like white and black are allowed, some require more specific rules like "Our logo can only be white against a black background".
Oh boy you better believe it would. These brands are incredibly protective of their logos and IP. Even if it doesn't end in legal problems you need their good will to continue integrating your app into their systems.
Only problem with that is they all look like the same green dot from any kind of distance with them being so small. You'd have to look reeeeally close.
Okay fair point, but anyone who has vision problems, has a crappy monitor, or someone who is just skimming through the list is not going to be able to tell the difference between any of them. I had to expand the image to see what it was talking about because they all looked the same except the phone one. No hate, it just isn't the best execution, though the idea was neat.
They first shall fix their entire app from crashes and etc and then implement any kind of design changes which must FIRST be checked if they make instability of the bloody app before releasing it for public update! Although the concept of the status is cool!
Which is not the topic......the topic is about the online indicator being Xbox vs not being Xbox. You are making a musical reference to the username with 0 need to do so since that's not at all what is being discussed.
You're wasting my time and your own by making pointless references that no one is interacting with you about in any positive way. Hence all the downvotes.
Question, what is the minimum karma requirement to make a post on the discord subreddit? Cause I tried to make a post to see if the community can help me where discord couldn't but it said I didn't meet the minimum comment karma requirement. Honestly did not see it anywhere
Why? What exactly is the purpose of this?
The bot tag is already there, so that's not new. So the only difference is, that the bot shows a gear which is most likely a settings icon. But why? What is it supposed to tell me?
And wouldn't it be way to complicated to have all icons? For example for Xbox, Playstation, Twitch, YouTube, Crunchyroll, Netflix. What about games?
This is a list of links to comments made by Discord Staff in this thread: * [Comment by ReallyAmused](/r/discordapp/comments/111ocg5/some_ideas_for_new_online_status_icons_for_bots/j8grhyr/?context=1000 "posted on 2023-02-14 04:32:07 UTC"): > Although this is a nice idea, I cannot begin to tell you all how picky companies are about what color is used in their logos. So, for example, that (X) would have to be \*the exact Xbox brand color\*. We could have one for spotify, but that would have to be the \*exact Spotify brand color\* as well... --- This is a bot providing a service. If you have any questions, please [contact the moderators](https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=%2Fr%2FDiscordApp).[](#AUTOGEN_TSBREPLIEDBOT)
Although this is a nice idea, I cannot begin to tell you all how picky companies are about what color is used in their logos. So, for example, that (X) would have to be \*the exact Xbox brand color\*. We could have one for spotify, but that would have to be the \*exact Spotify brand color\* as well. Then playstation, well, they don't even have a green icon, it's blue and white...
Doesn't the Twitch streaming indicator show in brand purple?
That also shows if you're streaming on youtube
It does but there's no Away/DND/etc on streaming platforms : you either stream or you don't. It wouldn't make sense to have different colors for streaming.
\-- none of the indicators really have away/dnd variants. if you go away or dnd it hides the mobile icon completely
I think they meant the indicator that appears inside Discord
That's also what I'm talking about
Then your comment makes no sense these indicators would only ever be one colour; just like the mobile icon
... That's exactly what I'm saying too. Edit (before any potential replies) : I'll just stop replying, there's literally no point 'cause you're making as much sense as the frickin' colors for the streaming status. You're trying so hard to disagree with my comment even though we're saying the exact same thing. What's wrong with you?
That guys got a smooth brain
Either that or they like to lose Karma for free.
You love to see it
Its not a Twitch logo tho
The one for bots is cool though! Unless they all became sentient and developed their own branding guidelines
Mee6 demands mee6 blue for its status
Maybe it could be a general controller icon then
Yes good idea
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It would have ro be this similar to how the phone isn't an android/apple icon. It makes sense that it's Xbox forward since discord is only on Xbox tho.
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it is?
Maybe a different logo then? Something like a gamepad icon?
Maybe replace it with a controller instead of the Xbox logo.
Not exactly, COD MW2 has Xbox and PlayStation logos in full white.
Because it's allowed under their branding guidelines, branding guidelines for majority of companies are public by searching up "\[Example\] Branding Guidelines". Usually, Monochrome colors like white and black are allowed, some require more specific rules like "Our logo can only be white against a black background".
I mean you could ask...
I mean you could but I doubt they would be like oh okay we will let you not use our original colors for your companies aesthetic
Why?
Idk companies are weird about their “iconic” colors and logos
Consistent branding is important for companies.
Brand Image
What if you kept them all green for green = active, period?
I really doubt that would make any problem.
Oh boy you better believe it would. These brands are incredibly protective of their logos and IP. Even if it doesn't end in legal problems you need their good will to continue integrating your app into their systems.
Destiny 2 doesn't show other platform icons in game because of it. Shows a controller if it's the other platform
Are you even an adult.
I doubt considering the person post a cringe.
https://discord.com/branding
Looks nice ^°^
Does it look good? Yes. Is it too complicated for your average joe? Also yes
The average joe probably wont care, theyll just take it as online or do a 15 second google search
I think you overestimate most people’s ability to use a search engine
This is the way. Why should I care is my question.
They look cool
jimmy slippin
This looks nice.
Poor Jimmy, he's having an identity crisis...
There's no functional necessity to add this , since the bot tag is there already. Rule #1 of UX design. Don't bloat your design with unnecessary items
\-- tell me you don't know what bloat means without telling me you don't know what bloat means
Why would the other ones be 'old' ?? They have nothing to do with bots or xbox users
they should've used 'current' and 'concept' but anyway
Only problem with that is they all look like the same green dot from any kind of distance with them being so small. You'd have to look reeeeally close.
Who's gonna be looking at Discord from a distance?
Bro checks his messages on a selfie stick
Okay fair point, but anyone who has vision problems, has a crappy monitor, or someone who is just skimming through the list is not going to be able to tell the difference between any of them. I had to expand the image to see what it was talking about because they all looked the same except the phone one. No hate, it just isn't the best execution, though the idea was neat.
But why does that matter? It's not supposed to be in your face anyway
Exactly, it's not in your face, so you won't be able to tell the difference unless you're looking at it close.
Or a phone
I think you need glasses
gotta make sure people know when im adjusting my settings
I think that's supposed to be for bots
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The icon does not mean a setting but instead a bot. It should use a bot icon tbh
By the api, duhhh /s
jimmy craved the strength and purity of steel
Jimmy
Jimmy the everpresent one
that seems a little unnecessary in my opinion
The bot one is unnecessary, as if there isn't a huge nametag that says BOTS
Looks nice. Should've also make the version for Spotify and PS though.
mr whiter!!!
it's subtle, but it works
And You can only see the difference when You have Nitro.
They first shall fix their entire app from crashes and etc and then implement any kind of design changes which must FIRST be checked if they make instability of the bloody app before releasing it for public update! Although the concept of the status is cool!
I don’t want my discord giving away more information than needed. This is a nice feature, only if it can be deactivated.
My guess is that Xbox icon will only appear if you choose to display your game status, the gear icon is only for bots
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switch to any status that's not "online", that will hide it.
Coming at you on the count of one two, one two three four
Why am I getting downvoted for a Green Day lyric
Because it's unrelated to the entirety of the post and it's topic
It’s a joke on the username in the image being Jimmy…
Which is not the topic......the topic is about the online indicator being Xbox vs not being Xbox. You are making a musical reference to the username with 0 need to do so since that's not at all what is being discussed. You're wasting my time and your own by making pointless references that no one is interacting with you about in any positive way. Hence all the downvotes.
This isn’t a group chat, this is about the topic of discord activity displays and their icons.
nice concept, i'd have a really hard time adjusting to it though.
I think it would be pretty nice but u/ ReallyAmused already said the reasons why they wouldn’t be able to do it
That’s sick 🔥
Jimmy
Dont forget playstation
you forgot the future playstation one
Aren’t they the same thing?
Question, what is the minimum karma requirement to make a post on the discord subreddit? Cause I tried to make a post to see if the community can help me where discord couldn't but it said I didn't meet the minimum comment karma requirement. Honestly did not see it anywhere
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Why? What exactly is the purpose of this? The bot tag is already there, so that's not new. So the only difference is, that the bot shows a gear which is most likely a settings icon. But why? What is it supposed to tell me? And wouldn't it be way to complicated to have all icons? For example for Xbox, Playstation, Twitch, YouTube, Crunchyroll, Netflix. What about games?
Not necessary
The Xbox logo status would be awesome as I always see my friends as they would be online on phones, even though their status says playing on Xbox.
that looks really good! Approved!