Adding Media

Adding Media Files (Flash, Video, Audio)

 

MacromediaTM Flash, audio and video files can be embedded inside the Text and Image element on any BuildToUpdate page. Each media format provides different options, but they are all added using the same interface:

  • Open the Text and Image editor

  • Click Insert Media icon

  • You may upload a file from your computer or provide the URL for your media. To upload a media file, click Browse and locate the file on your local disk. Then click Open or double-click on the file name. A message "Uploading file" will appear.

  • When the file upload has finished, a placeholder for the media file will appear. The placeholder shows the positioning of your media file on the page.

  • Submit the Text and Image editor and Publish the page. You will need to switch to end-user view (by logging out or opening a new browser) in order to play the media file.


After you uploaded the media file, you can further set its properties by clicking on the media placeholder. The media options will appear on the right.

  • File / URL field allows you to select the source of the media file. Below the field you will see a list of all media file formats supported by BuildToUpdate.
  • Video Size (available for video files only) will allow you to specify the width and height of the media file. If you click on the padlock , this will lock the aspect ratio so changing one of the dimensions will automatically recalculate the other. Keep in mind that if Show Controls is checked (for audio/video files) you need to increase the height with the size of the controls.
  • Autoplay (audio/video files) sets the media to play automatically on loading of the page.
  • Show Controls (audio/video files) allows you to display the standard Play/Stop/Forward/etc controls of the media player.
  • Loop Movie (audio/video files) allows for looping the movie infinitely.
  • Flash Size & Quality (flash only) lets you define the size and quality of the flash movie. Clicking on the padlock will lock the aspect ratio. Lower quality will allow playing the flash over slower connection.
  • Flash Background (flash only) sets background behind the flash. Click on the color picker to choose color or check transparent if you wish your flash animation to have no background.
  • Wrapping Style lets you define how the text will wrap around the media file.


Text, Images and Media Content


 
Can I change the size, font and color of text?

Currently you can't make changes to the predefined text styles available with BuildToUpdate designs. The font, color and size of the predefined text styles have been carefully selected to match the feel and look concept of each particular design. The fixed number of styles ensures flawless migration between the different designs. If you are an advanced user you may consider using the HTML snippet for integrating your own text styles. In our 2.2 release we also introduced an extended set of font themes as well as the ability to upload your own CSS for the Aurora design.

 

What is an anchor?

An anchor is a virtual mark of a particular spot in the text on a page. Anchors are usually added in longer pages for the purpose of creating a link to that exact place in the page. They are particularly useful for FAQ pages as this one for instance.

 

I have added an anchor in the Text and Images editor, why doesn't it appear when I select the page from link drop-down?

You need to save the new anchor (by pressing "Update" button or just Ctrl+S) before it appears in Link drop-down.

 

I want to open an enlarged view of an image placed in the Text and Image editor

To do so you'll have to place the larger image on a separate page not included in the site navigation.  Then link the smaller image to this page.
Another option would be to insert an Image Gallery with a single image in it, but this won't allow you to wrap the text around the small image.

 

Can I insert music or movies on the page?

Yes, SiteKreator's Text and Image editor allows you to insert music, videos or flash movies directly on the page. Here is the list of supported media formats within the Text and Image editor:

"swf"

"avi"

"mpeg"

  "aif"

"mpg"

"mov"

"asf"

  "aifc"

"asx"

"wm"

"wmx"

  "aiff"

"wma"

"wax"

"wmv"

  "ivf"

"wvx"

"wav"

"mpe"

  "mpa"

"m1v"

"mp2"

"mpv2"

  "mp2v"

Please note that BuildToUpdate is not specialized in media streaming. For larger movie files it would be better to upload them to Google Video or You Tube and embed them on your BuildToUpdate page from there.

 

When I try to upload a Media or Image file the Browse field is missing.

The problem could be related to your Browser Security settings or disabled JavaScript.

If you are using Internet Explorer please follow these steps:

1. From the "Tools" menu on top of your browser window select "Internet options"
2. Open the "Security" tab.
3. If you have selected Custom Level, click on the "Custom Level" button. In the properties popup make sure that the option for "Active Scripting" is enabled. If your are using Default Level and it is set to High, try switching it to Medium.


If you are using FireFox:

1. From the "Tools" menu on top of your browser window select "Options"
2. Open "Web Features" tab
3. If the "Enable JavaScript" option is not checked, select it and press "OK".

Contact us if this doesn't help.

 

When I open the Text and Image Editor there is no box for text input. I can only see an Add and Cancel buttons.

Please check if the browser you are using is in the list of fully supported browsers. If you are working over a slower connection it may take a while for the Text and Image editing options to load. If they fail to load even after 2-5 sec and you are using a supported browser, contact us for further help.

 

Can I paste content from other programs or internet sources inside the Text and Image Editor?

Yes, you can easily Copy (Ctrl+C) and Paste (Ctrl+V) content from other internet sources or documents available on your computer. When you paste the content inside the Text and Image editor all text styles will automatically be converted to match the styles of your design and preserve consistency of layout.  Please note:

  • If you are copy-pasting text and images content from a file residing on your machine, you will be prompted to upload the images. Simply copy-paste their URLs as provided in the prompt or browse to each specific image.
  • If you are copy-pasting content containing elements with active scripting (for instance drop-down menus, advanced controls) these elements will be removed on pasting inside the Text and Image editor.

 

Can I insert HTML code directly from the Text and Image editor?

It is possible to insert snippets from within the Text and Image editor, which will help you structure your content even better. Just position the cursor where you would like to have the code and click on the HTML icon . You will be able to handle the HTML code in the same way as with the HTML snippet element.