Introduction
Data is entered via the “input” application. Content is entered using simple forms. This section takes you through the process. Once the information is added then the user can view the finished page or screen and then save the contents to a text file.
The “input” application searches for graphics in a predefined location. Before using the “input” application the author must create the necessary graphics and place these in the “inputGraphics” folder.
The content (files) created by the input application are stored in defined places on the PC, this is discussed in the section “How the content is stored”.
Log On
Opening up the “input” application the user is presented with a logon page.
A list of "identifications" is created. If several people are using the same PC then the identification could be the person's name. Alternatively it could be a project area.
If you add an identity not already listed then you will be prompted to add details that will be used to identify the project or the person.
Active Files
Each identify (person or project area) has up to 18 active files (online applications) that can be worked on.
Choose Templates
The next step would be to choose the appropriate template. The template list is displayed in a list box. The author just clicks on the appropriate template. The user can look at the original template or look at the template with the new content added.
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Each template is associated with a form that will allow the necessary content to be added. Most “text graphic”, “text only” and “graphic only” screens input data just on the main form. Other templates involve positioning objects at certain locations on the screen and are more complex. An example of the work involved setting up the drag & drop of labels on a diagram can be seen by clicking here. |
When all the data has been entered, the user can view the template page with the new content. Interactive pages will show the new content WITH the interaction as the author desires.
At the bottom of every input form there is a message box:
This is used by the author to give instructions, about the present page or screen, to the person “building” the online application. It could be a simple message to say - a bit of text should be bold or that a text field needs extending, or it could be to request an added interaction such as a roll over.
Once the user is satisfied, the content including
any message is saved.
