[wp-meta] [Making WordPress.org] #947: Theme directory - Commercial Link Placement

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#947: Theme directory - Commercial Link Placement
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Reporter:  Anariel Design  |      Owner:
    Type:  enhancement     |     Status:  new
Priority:  normal          |  Component:  Theme Directory
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 Hi,

 although I like a lot of what`s been done with the new design the link to
 commercial theme shops is, imho, misplaced.

 In fact in the place where it is now "commercial" doesnt really have any
 meaning. Most of the visitors won`t even notice it. Those that do probably
 think that it is related to "upload your theme" link next to it and
 conclude that it is something for developers.

 If it were placed in line with "featured","popular" and "latest", before
 the "filter" then it`d become obvious what "commercial" stands for.

 I can confirm that our shop as well as some other shops I`ve been in
 contact with have experienced 80-85% drop in traffic from this site since
 the new design was introduced. We came to conclusion that the placement of
 that link is probably a major reason.

 I think both WordPress.org and theme shops gain from having that link on
 more prominent and logical place like it was before.

 In short, please consider moving "commercial" link to its natural position
 in the bar with "featured", "popular", "latest" and before "feature
 filter" option.

 Hope this helps your efforts to improve theme directory.

 Thanks! Marko

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