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+1 on H1290's response. You can also look for this banner on locked posts:

As someone who has participated here for over 20 years, I can attest to the fact that visiting old posts is a exercise in futility. Most people who ask a question do not come back weeks and months later to check for additional answers.

Hello 888goldie888!

If they reply button is greyed out, that means the thread has been locked due to inactivity, and therefore one cannot reply to it.

Have a nice day, and good luck!

Thanks! You’re the best. 😊

888goldie888 has posted in the Using Apple Support Communities community.

There is no need to make an announcemet.