Overview

Description

Topic Reading Time displays an estimated reading time on each topic, so members can instantly see how long it may take to read the full discussion from start to finish. The estimate is calculated using the topic’s entire content (including replies) and is shown directly on the topic page.

Settings

This app includes flexible configuration options:

• Cache Expiration Time – controls how long reading time values are cached.

• Words Per Minute – adjust the reading speed used for the calculation.

• Allowed Groups – choose which member groups can see the reading time.

• Allowed Forums – select which forums the reading time will be displayed in.

Smart Cache Invalidation

To keep the estimate accurate, the cache is automatically rebuilt whenever the topic is updated:

• A new post has been added

• A post is deleted

• A post visibility state changes (hidden/unhidden)

This keeps the reading time accurate at all times, without slowing down your community.