How to create a DHTML link between drop-down text and an object in the same topic?

[Guest]

Good morning!

What I'm trying to achieve is linked to an earlier post this week (trying to launch 2 targets with the same trigger). The workaround solution is to insert a link in a drop-down text saying something like " Click here to view that area on the image below", but I can't get that trigger to work.

What I did:

1. Create as target a positioned text box around the desired area on the image.
2. Make trigger out of a word in the drop-down text.
3. Using the drum next to the trigger, try to link it to the target.

The link from the drum won't cross past the drop-down text editor.

Anyway to make it work otherwise? I've been working at it since Tuesday but didn't achieve anything.

Thanks again for all your help, it is truly appreciated.

[Captiv8r · Accepted solution]

Hi there

Here is how I would do it. I absolutely HATE that little editing window. I do!

Construct the text you want to see along with the links and triggers in the main part of the topic. I generally do this right where the drop-down will ultimately be viewed. Then select it and cut to the windows clipboard.

Now open the pesky lil cuss of a window and select everything inside it. Paste what you cut earlier!

Did I say I dislike the little window? I thought I may have.

Cheers and Happy Thursday! Rick

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[Guest]

I'm starting to enjoy that little window as much as you! Thank you so much for the tip, works perfectly. I just have to figure out how to get the positioned text boxes to stay where they are. Otherwise works like a charm.

Again, you help is very appreciated. I'm getting kudos for my help prototype so kudos to you too!

Have a nice day!

Nath