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Why can’t I insert Flash into a template page?

March 29th, 2010 · 3 Comments

Hey there Janine,
I’m trying to add a Flash file to a template page, but I keep getting the error message “Making this change would alter a region that is locked by a template or translator. The change will be discarded.”
Do you know what I’m doing wrong?
Thanks,
Kate,
You’re not doing anything wrong. This is a common error [...]

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Tags: Dreamweaver 8 · Dreamweaver CS3 · Dreamweaver CS4 · Dreamweaver MX · Dreamweaver MX 2004 · Flash · Templates

Why am I getting an error because of Active X controls or scripts?

March 18th, 2010 · No Comments

Why am I getting the error message: “To help protect your security, Internet Explorer has  restricted this webpage from running scripts or ActiveX controls that could access your computer.”
I created a tabbed panel on one of my pages. When I preview it in a browser, the page has this restriction message about scripts and ActiveX [...]

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Tags: Behaviors · Dreamweaver 8 · Dreamweaver CS3 · Dreamweaver CS4 · Dreamweaver MX · Spry · Templates · Web design

What’s the simplest way to create a sitewide search engine?

January 12th, 2010 · No Comments

Hi Janine,
Thanks for all your great work teaching Dreamweaver! I’m looking for the simplest way to develop a sitewide search engine in which the user types into a blank field and sitewide search results appear. Can this be done through any Spry widgets inside Dreamweaver?
Thanks,
Kendra
Hi Kendra,
One of the easiest ways to add a search feature [...]

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Tags: Dreamweaver 8 · Dreamweaver CS3 · Dreamweaver CS4 · Dreamweaver MX · Dreamweaver MX 2004 · Links · Templates

Do you have any recommendations on sources for Dreamweaver templates?

January 12th, 2010 · No Comments

Hi Janine,
I’m writing in part to tell you how much I’m enjoying your book, although I’m still very new to the concepts, the Dreamweaver program, and web-design in general.
I’m also asking if you might have any recommendations on sources for Dreamweaver templates. I’ve downloaded a some from various Web sites, and I’ve found that they [...]

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Tags: Blogs · Dreamweaver 8 · Dreamweaver CS3 · Dreamweaver CS4 · Dreamweaver MX · Dreamweaver MX 2004 · Templates

My Footer isn’t working correctly. What should I do?

April 19th, 2009 · No Comments

Hello
I’m hoping you might be able to help me again. I’m working on a dynamic Web Template and everything is going well. Everything on the page is static. I have several editable regions either in a layer or a div. There is a footer at the bottom of the page in another div. I want [...]

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Tags: Templates

When I open the profile template file, it gives me error messages. What is wrong?

April 19th, 2009 · No Comments

Hi Janine,
I am learning how to design the web site. Following the instruction, I have downloaded the profile template files from DigitalFamily.com/diy web site. When I open the profile template file, it always gives me the error messages (see attached). I am not sure what was wrong to cause this problem. I cannot find the [...]

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Tags: Templates

How can I learn more about CSS, SEO, and templates?

March 16th, 2009 · No Comments

Dear Janine,
I picked up your training video for EW2 after playing through the introductory version that came bundled with EW2.
I’ve diligently worked my way through the first 6 chapters thus far and am totally blown away by the quality and depth you’ve covered. You’ really done a fantastic and amazing job. I find myself “grieving” [...]

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Tags: CSS · Search Engine Optimization (SEO) · Templates

I’m having a problem working with DIVs after I’ve created a template.

December 6th, 2008 · No Comments

Dear Janine,
I’m having a problem working with DIVs after I’ve created a template. I can create a new page from that template and all the graphics and links are fine. When I try to create a DIV in the editable region and assign CSS to it, the program won’t let me. In the New CSS [...]

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Tags: Behaviors · CSS · Dreamweaver 8 · Dreamweaver CS3 · Dreamweaver CS4 · Dreamweaver MX 2004 · Flash · Templates

The drop-down submenus only show up on the home index page — why?

December 6th, 2008 · No Comments

Hi Janine,
I think it’s great you are willing to take the time to help people with their questions. I have Dreamweaver CS3 and have gone through both of your training CDs. I learned a lot through them, so thank you very much!
I am redesigning my company’s website. I have a Spry drop-down menu on each [...]

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Tags: Dreamweaver CS3 · Dreamweaver CS4 · Templates

Help — the links from the template aren’t working or updating.

October 23rd, 2008 · No Comments

 
Hello Janine,

You don’t know me, but I know you because I’ve watched your Dreamweaver Essentials training! Your DVD is great!
I have 20 years of print design experience so I was quickly able to apply what I learned in the DVD. However, I just built a far LESS complicated site and I am having a problem [...]

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Tags: Dreamweaver 8 · Dreamweaver CS3 · Links · Templates