Hi Tim,
James method works if you want to remove the UI completely. If you are looking to modify the UI (or create your own) you can just right click on the ribbon and select Customize the Ribbon.
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Also, are these the display filters that you are referring to?
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I've been meaning to make a post about how to modify / create your own custom interface on the community and see what improvements we can make. Hopefully I can get to it later this week!