Guild Wars 2

This is not so much of a bug as it is a suggestion. I find it incredibly tedious that when clicking upon links or attached images within the forum that the default is to open within the same tab.

Before I get flamed, let me clarify that I am well aware you can right click and select “Open Link in New Tab,” but that option should be the default. It is a forum standard, and for good reason:

1. On the more obvious side, it is a quick and easy change that would enhance user-friendliness and minimize frustration of accidentally closing the tab.
2. On the more subtle side, it makes good business sense not to redirect a consumer away from your website. Rather, your website should be retained as an open tab that can be easily returned to without clicking the back button. Additionally, it must be closed manually by the user.
3. Within-site links are fine to retain within the same tab.

Cheers.

You can also ctrl+click, shift+click or click them with the middle mouse button/scroll wheel to open them in new windows or tabs :P