ArtistScope Menu Builder
         
v1.0 - Windows95/98/NT/2000 and Mac/OS

Licence: Freeware and distributable
File name: menubld.zip
File date: August 2000            
Author: ArtistScope
Download: http://www.artistscope.com/temp/menubld.zip


MENU BUILDER

Menu Builder was designed to overcome problems found with using JavaScripts for rollovers in navigation menus. Menus need to be fast loading, retrievable from cache, and workable with page inserts. From the publishing point of view they need to be able to be distributed to pages efficiently.

INSTRUCTIONS

See the html pages for the user-guide and tips on usage.

MANY IMAGES ON THE SAME PAGE

There is no limit to how many or how large the images can be displayed on the same page. But as with any great number of images there is always the download time to consider. If it is too slow then there is a risk of the surfer getting impatient and moving on. Many of us tend to forget that we are getting our images from our own cache.

Images presented on the web are usually 72-96 dpi (dots per inch) and unless presenting a photographer's professional portfolio, images larger than 100k in file size make for longer downloads and less visitors.

TARGETED HYPERLINK

A link can be set for visitors to navigate by mouse clicking the image. The link can be set to a target frame for navigating within framesets. The hyperlink will only function from the registered site. If a link is not required simply leave the setting completely blank..

THE DEMOS

This package includes info on some of our other software:

Secure Image Pro

Pro has been written in the 1.0.2 Jdk - the first stable version of Java. Most apps today are using 1.1.5 and later. A lot of exciting stuff is produced but it is not fully supported. By using early Java the Pro encryption is supported in browsers as early as Netscape 3 on both PC and Mac platforms. Pro is also available in Mac format for converting images, and its batch processing is much more advanced in that the individual images can be be configured for different settings. Pro also has several options for displaying the image such swap image where two images can be used, text to image, image to text, plus the standard image target link.

While the Secure Image series was the first introduction of a suitable image protection system for the Internet and still is the most sophisticated, offering protection from all the normal methods of saving and copying, as a pure Java application it will not prevent screen capture. To prevent capture, man other sources and functions need to be controlled as the image, when downloaded to the visitor's browser, is stored in many places. Artistscope has pioneered this industry and has since developed an application that is safe from all avenues including screen capture, but to maintain security strict use and severe limitations apply to visitors... misadventure while viewing your images protected by CopySafe will be unrewarded.

CopySafe

CopySafe offers ultimate protection of Internet images and is the most secure system available today. It is safe from all copying, saving and capture. The system is very similar to Secure Image Pro but also utilizes the interraction of a special plugin to control browser functions while your page is visited. The plugin is a free download and available to all visitors viewing a CopySafe page. the system is regularly upgraded to keep abreast of new technology and any new threats should they arise in the future. Each time a visitor returns to your pages, their plugin version is checked, and if an upgrade is available they must accept the upgrade before viewing your content.

Link Protect

Link Protect can manage downloads of your pages and images. If the call is not from within your site or an authorized site, a customizable default image is displayed.  The links in your protected folder are undetectable and safe from searches and hack visits. You can specify domains from from which you will accept links such as your other sites or those of authorized associates. Any type of file can be protected with Link Protect - gif, jpg, avi, mpeg, zip, html, exe.

Zoom Image

Magnification viewer for JPG and GIF images that zooms in and out with a 20:1 zoom factor. Left mouse button zooms in - right mouse button zooms out. Mouse pointing controls the direction of exploration within the image. Used to display quality high  resolution JPG and GIF images.

Scroll Image

This new scrolling viewer displays a much larger image in a smaller window. With the use of the arrow keys or the mouse the image can be scrolled vertically and horizontally enabling selective viewing or a sense of mystery of any image. Ideal for walkthrough type displays and catalogue viewing. The arrow keys to control the direction within the image.

NOTE

Artistscope programs are primarily Java based. Java is one of the more commonly used program languages on the Internet and is extremely versatile, as it will run almost anywhere and on most platforms. However Java is not as forgiving as html and has different rules. Until you understand how the program works it is recommended that you keep your tests as simple as possible. 

ISP and browser caching can cause common errors that can be disconcerting on first time use. If an error is made and then corrected, because of caching you may not be able to see the improvement. If you are doing a lot of web site publishing, you should set your browser preferences to update every time or restart your browser. You can try to avoid cached images by using differently named images each test or try holding down the Shift key on Reload.

Java applets cannot be used on Geocities as they only allow the uploading of normal html type files. Artistscope, agents and associated distributors are not liable for any loss or damages in any way connected to the use of this software.

REDISTRIBUTION

The download may be redistributed as in the original zip/stuffed form as downloaded from Artistscope.

SUPPORT

If you have problems first check the documentation within the program's folder. The latest troubleshooting pages can be found at http://www.artistscope.net. As a free program, Menu Builder is provided without support.

UNINSTALL

To remove Artistscope and associated files - simply DELETE the Artistscope folder.

COPYRIGHT

Copyright 1998 ArtistScope - All Rights Reserved.  


