Vanilla features

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Easy to get started: The most important feature of any discussion forum is to allow new users to get started without much learning. While other software could have more features, Vanilla beats them because of its easy-to-use interface.

Popularity-based sorting: The discussions are sorted based on popularity and likes. This makes it easy for users WR fiQG KRW WRSLFV.

Highly portable: Vanilla is implemented in PHP, making it highly portable on various platforms.

Customisable: This software was created to be customisable—regarding not just its look-and-feel, but its functionality too. The architectural premise was to keep the core light and fast, and allow extension in the form of plugins and applications.

Easy integration: This software has the option to integrate with social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Mobile client support: Vanilla comes with a mobile theme suited for smaller screens, which is a delight for users on mobile devices.