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8chan Collapsible Thread Chains/Nested Inline Replies

Make quote links collapsible with indented hierarchy. Override panelBacklinks behavior.

As of 2025-04-19. See the latest version.

How to install

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey, Greasemonkey or Violentmonkey to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey or Violentmonkey to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey or Userscripts to install this script.

You will need to install an extension such as Tampermonkey to install this script.

You will need to install a user script manager extension to install this script.

(I already have a user script manager, let me install it!)

How to install

You will need to install an extension such as Stylus to install this style.

You will need to install an extension such as Stylus to install this style.

You will need to install an extension such as Stylus to install this style.

You will need to install a user style manager extension to install this style.

You will need to install a user style manager extension to install this style.

You will need to install a user style manager extension to install this style.

(I already have a user style manager, let me install it!)

Author
ガキぺろぺろ
Ratings
0 0 0
Version
1.5.9
Created
2025-04-19
Updated
2025-04-19
Size
5.48 KB
License
MIT
Applies to

Collapsible Thread Chains / Nested Inline Replies

A userscript that enhances the readability of threaded discussions on 8chan by making quote links collapsible with indented hierarchy.

Features

  • Collapsible Quote Chains: Click on quote links to expand/collapse the quoted post inline
  • Hierarchical Indentation: Nested quotes are indented to visualize reply depth
  • Quote Previews: Hover over backlinks to preview quoted posts
  • Clean Interface: Removes default backlink panels and streamlines post borders
  • Quick Reply Integration: First quote link in each post triggers quick reply
  • Dynamic Loading: Works with dynamically loaded content (MutationObserver)

Installation

  1. Requires a userscript manager like Tampermonkey or Violentmonkey
  2. Click here to install
  3. Script will automatically run on supported 8chan domains

Supported Sites

Technical Details

  • Uses WeakMap to manage link-container relationships
  • Implements event delegation for dynamic content
  • Custom CSS for visual hierarchy and tooltips
  • Processes cloned elements to maintain functionality

Styling

The script applies several CSS improvements:

  • Indented collapsible containers
  • Clean border styling for posts
  • Tooltip styling for quote previews
  • Hidden default backlink panels

Version History

  • 1.5.9: Current version with hover previews and improved nesting

Known Issues

  • May require adjustment if site markup changes
  • Very deep nesting might impact performance

License

MIT - Free to use and modify