numbering the topics

[Nim_]

Y not every thread have a unique number (maybe a hex one) so the reference to it will be much easier (especially if it is an old one)

[penagate]

Have you looked at the URL in each topic page?

vbforums.com/showthread.php?t=410489

[Nim_]

'think u right penagate :S

[penagate]

I know I'm right. Now mark your thread resolved from the "Thread Tools" menu :D

Welcome to VBF.

[iPrank]

Is this the first thread after the crash ? http://www.vbforums.com/showthread.php?t=1
Or vBulletin numbers threads in some mysterious way ?

[penagate]

It's the first thread inserted into the current database, in whatever manner.

[iPrank]

Thanks ! :D
Another question, what is this &stc=xx after an attatchment link ?
The link works without that part.

[penagate]

It's a bit complex, it affects when the attachment counter is updated. If the parameter is present its value is always 1, other values have no effect. Basically you can ignore it.

[RobDog888]

I believe the "stc" identifies when you have only one image attachment to your post and it displays the image instead of a link.