At the moment of writing (June 30th, 2021), there seems to be an issue with the Elder Scrolls Online Forums. When loading the url https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/, the page only loads the background image. On the Forums, ZOS has confirmed that they are looking into the issue, which seems to be related to a JavaScript error on their side. Ironically, the temporary fix for this problem is shared on the Forums. However, since you cannot get access to the Forums on your desktop, you are unable to find this solution. Hence I made this blog post on how to solve this Forums problem (for Google Chrome).
First of all, this is a Google Chrome browser fix that uses a Google Chrome extension. If you are using any other browser, this solution may not help. However, it is worth considering because extensions are also available in other browsers.
Using Mozilla Firefox? Read the Mozilla Firefox version of this fix. Using Microsoft Edge? Read the Microsoft Edge version of this fix. Credits to @Alucardo who provided this solution on the ESO Forums.
The problem: You are unable to view the Forums. This is probably caused by JavaScript, which makes the Forums invisible. The page only loads the background image.
The fix:
Step 1: Go to the Chrome Web Store in your browser: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/extensions Step 2: Search for "Stylish" by https://userstyles.org (see image below) Step 3: Add this extension to your browser. Disclaimer Adding extensions to your browser is at your own risk. I am not liable for any damage to the software, your hardware, or loss and risk of (personal) data as a consequence of adding extensions to your browser.
Step 4: In the top right corner of your browser, click on the extensions icon (see image below for example)
Step 5: Click on the Stylish icon (the extenstion should pop-up)
Step 6: Click on the three vertical dots, and select: create new style.
Step 7: A new tab should open, and you are presented with a section of empty code (see image below). In this field, add the following code.
Step 8: After the text "Applicable to", select "URLs starting with" from the drop-down menu.
Step 9: Enter "https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/" into the input field behind it.
Step 10: Name the style in the top left.
Step 11: Save the style.
Step 12: Return to the ESO Forums page, and you should be able to see the Forums again.
If this guide/fix solved the problem for you, let me know in the comments below.
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Please not that this fix is old and may not work for you at all, but it may be worth a shot. Sometimes during the download/installation of The Elder Scrolls Online files to your computer, the launcher shows the window below. Often this error occurs with the first installation of the game. Repairing seems not to be working and a total reinstal of the game does often not result into success. This guide will show you which steps you should take to fix the Error 210. Error 210 - PatchManifestError_DownloadFail "Unable to download patch manifest. This could be from a recent update. If this problem persists for more than an hour, please run the Game Consultant Tool (located under Launcher Settings -> About) and contact customer support." BEFORE TAKING A NEXT STEP ALWAYS CLOSE THE LAUNCHER Step 1: Run as adminThe first step is to run the Launcher as Administrator. - Right click the ESO Launcher icon on your desktop. - Click "Properties" - Go to the tab "Compatibility" - Tick the box next to "Run this program as Administrator" - Close the window - Restart the Launcher If this didn't work for you, go to step 2 Step 2: Firewall exceptionThe second step is to make sure the Launcher has been added to the exceptions of your Firewall. Often the Firewall is managed through the Virusprotection you use. For example Norton or Kaspersky. How to add an exception to the Windows Firewall, click the link below: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=how+to+add+exceptions+to+windows+firewall - Follow the steps of adding an exception to the Windows Firewall - Restart the Launcher If this didn't work for you, go to step 3 Step 3: depot.VersionThe third step is the most important one. If you have tried anything you found on the Internet and Zenimax Online Forums, this will probably solve the issue. - Locate the game folder (by default: C:\Program Files (x86)\Zenimax Online\The Elder Scrolls Online EU) - In this folder you should have a folder named: "depot", open this folder - Inside the depot folder you will find a few folders "_databuild" and "Video" and a few files as shown in the image below. - Make a copy of the file named: "depot.version" - Copy this file to a save location (e.g. your desktop) - Now navigate back to the depot window and delete "depot.version" - Now restart your Launcher and the game should automatically start repairing or continue with downloading or installing the game. - If it does not start automatically, try manually initiating repair by navigating inside the Launcher to "Game Options" -> "Repair" or "Check For Updates" Note: If the error occurs again, close the Launcher and restart it. Please let us know if this solved the Error 210 - PatchManifestError_DownloadFail by leaving a comment below. Also if this didn't work for you, please also let us know, so we can search for another solution.
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