Summary:

Please add an option to automatically hide deleted posts, comments, and other content in Summit for Lemmy.

Currently, deleted items remain visible with only a red dustbin icon and a deletion notice at the bottom when clicked on, which clutters the interface and makes content management difficult.

Current Issue

• Deleted posts and comments still appear in the main feed, communities, dashboard, etc., only marked by a small icon, leading to confusion and unnecessary clutter.
• Users must manually ignore these, which disrupts browsing and content management.

Proposed Solution

• When a post, comment, or similar item is deleted, it should be automatically hidden from the main view.
• Add an option, filter, or toggle to “Show Deleted Content” for users who wish to review or manage their deleted items.
• Optionally, create a dedicated “Deleted” section or tab where all deleted content is listed separately for transparency and ease of access.

Benefits

• Cleaner, less cluttered user interface.
• Easier content management for users.
• Maintains transparency by allowing access to deleted items if desired, while keeping the main feed focused on active content.

Additional Notes

• Consider different behaviors for regular users and moderators, as moderators may need to see deleted content for community management.
• Clearly inform users about the federated nature of Lemmy and that deletion may not be absolute across all instances.