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rasure
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 Posted - 15 May 2006 : 18:59:24
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First of all I am not the original author or the brains behind
this mod, I have just re-written it to be more easy to install and
more compatible with the latest version of snitz.
The original authors topic is Here
This has been tested on a clean install of Snitz Forum Version 3.4.05
with access database. The instructions included in the zip file are
based on a clean install, although it should be easy enough to
install on an already moded forum.
Shout Box Mod Files
dbs_shoutbox.asp
inc_shoutbox.asp
shoutbox_entries.asp
shoutboxok1.gif
Files To Be Modified
admin_config_features.asp
config.asp
default.asp
You can download the Shout Box V2.0 Mod Here
You can see a demo Here
You`ll need to log in to use the shoutbox...
Username: Test
Password: testuser
Mod Updated: 16th May 2006
*Increased text limit to 200 characters.
*Now includes a character counter.
*Text input and submit button only visible when logged into the forum.
If you have already installed this mod all you need to do is
simply upload and replace inc_shoutbox.asp
Mod Updated: 17th May 2006
*Format Text Buttons Added
*Fixed Some HTML Code
If you have already installed this mod all you need to do is
simply upload and replace inc_shoutbox.asp< |
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Edited by - rasure on 25 May 2006 18:24:10 |
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MarkJH
Senior Member
United Kingdom
1722 Posts |
Posted - 15 May 2006 : 19:30:54
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Looking very good. Does it produce a log file? Would be handy for admins.
Also, I notice it cuts the end off of long sentences. Is that deliberate?< |
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rasure
Junior Member
289 Posts |
Posted - 15 May 2006 : 19:45:33
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Well as the original mod, it can be altered to to allow as many characters as you want within reason I think, but its currently set at 100 characters, its determined by the limit of the text box characters.
To change simply open inc_shoutbox.asp and find
name=""Message"" maxLength=""100""
and replace the part in red to how many characters you want to allow.
I think a log file would be handy for busier forums.< |
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Etymon
Advanced Member
United States
2385 Posts |
Posted - 15 May 2006 : 22:39:18
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Rasure ... Nice job!
In the Links Manager MOD there is a script for counting the number of characters you are typing. Would you mind adding that to your MOD? This will help people figure just about when they have to end their shout!
One more thing, I tried to post a shout while not logged in, and it wouldn't go, which is fine if only members can shout. Would you mind hiding the entry form to be visible to members only (If shouting is only allowed for members that is.)? 
Otherwise, thank you for helping us out with this one. Very nice!
Cheers,
Etymon
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rasure
Junior Member
289 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 08:20:21
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Just to remind people though I didn't author the original mod, I've just re- written it for ease of use and compatibility with snitz and cut down on the use of files and called it version2. The basic functionality as it stands as a Shout Box still lies with the original author, I just don't want to take credit for something that's not originally my work.
Yes I could add the character counter if people want it and I wasn't sure whether people wanted the Shout Box to show only if members are logged in? because as it stands stand it shows whether you are logged in or not but wont actually work until you log in. I suppose I could add a message stating that you need to logged in to use it or like you suggested hide the input box if not logged in< |
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Edited by - rasure on 16 May 2006 08:21:19 |
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JBaldwin
Junior Member
USA
137 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 15:57:05
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| I needed to make a few adjustments to the code (inc_shoutbox.asp) near the end of the file. It seems some extra </tr></table> tags were in there that were screwing up the whole layout of the forum. Once I deleted them, moved the </form> tag to the appropriate spot; all seems ok now. Nice addition to the forum. Works as a good replacement for that Alert Messenger Mod that I couldnt get working....I'm using it as an announcements mod for my forum, I adjusted the M_LEV level so that only Admin and Moderators can post an announcement, and I also adjusted the Auto-Refresh rates so that it doesnt "click click click click click click click click click click click click" every 30 seconds...man that was annoying. Much better (for my needs anyway) now. Thanks SO MUCH for doing this. It has been what I was looking for! GRACIAS!< |
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rasure
Junior Member
289 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 16:27:15
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Yep I just notice the table tags etc were out of place, I have fixed it I think now.
The only problem I'm having with at the moment is the character count no resetting when a user sends text using the enter key, rather than using the OK button.
Thinking of also adding a few basic format options for the text.< |
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JBaldwin
Junior Member
USA
137 Posts |
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rasure
Junior Member
289 Posts |
Posted - 16 May 2006 : 17:59:43
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To stop the refresh open shoutbox_entries.asp
Find and replace this code...
"</script>" & vbNewline & _
"<meta http-equiv=""Refresh"" content=""60; URL=shoutbox_entries.asp"">"
With this code...
"</script>" < |
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Edited by - rasure on 16 May 2006 22:02:21 |
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Mr Pink
Junior Member
United Kingdom
387 Posts |
Posted - 17 May 2006 : 14:37:34
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Fantastic! Thank you Rasure, this is just what I was looking for. The installation instructions were very easy to follow and I had the shoutbox working in minutes.
If I had one question (which I have) How do I change the colour inside the shoutbox as mine is white?< |
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rasure
Junior Member
289 Posts |
Posted - 17 May 2006 : 14:57:48
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Well to be completely compliant with snitz you can change this code in shoutbox_entries.asp near the top...
"<body>" & vbNewline
to this code...
"<body background=""" & strPageBGImageURL & """ bgColor=""" & strPageBGColor & """> & vbNewline
Alternativly replace the same code to the one below and change #008080 to suit your needs...
"<body bgcolor=""#008080""> & vbNewline
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Edited by - rasure on 17 May 2006 15:15:25 |
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Etymon
Advanced Member
United States
2385 Posts |
Posted - 17 May 2006 : 22:31:21
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quote:
Originally posted by rasure
Yep I just notice the table tags etc were out of place, I have fixed it I think now.
The only problem I'm having with at the moment is the character count no resetting when a user sends text using the enter key, rather than using the OK button.
Thinking of also adding a few basic format options for the text.
Is it possible to build a function using onSubmit (trying to remember if there is such) to clear the character counter. I'm just thinking off the top of my head while saying this.
I'll take a look at it when I get the chance.
Etymon
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Etymon
Advanced Member
United States
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rasure
Junior Member
289 Posts |
Posted - 18 May 2006 : 07:06:04
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The character counter does reset when users hits the ok button, but not when using the enter key, what I have done on my site (see pic) is changed the text input to a text area so it solves that problem as hitting enter creates a new line rather than submitting the data, but thanks for the link
I shall maybe add this to the official mod if people want it, and also limit the text area characters so if someone was to paste a large amount of data in it wont give an error when submitting as I believe the database fields will only allow so much.< |
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Edited by - rasure on 18 May 2006 08:03:55 |
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Etymon
Advanced Member
United States
2385 Posts |
Posted - 19 May 2006 : 01:43:48
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Thanks for the update on what you did!
Sure! Count me in for wanting your MOD.
By the way, I sent you an email the other day. Did you get it?
Cheers,
Etymon
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richfed
Average Member
United States
999 Posts |
Posted - 20 May 2006 : 09:11:30
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quote:
Originally posted by rasure
Well to be completely compliant with snitz you can change this code in shoutbox_entries.asp near the top...
"<body>" & vbNewline
to this code...
"<body background=""" & strPageBGImageURL & """ bgColor=""" & strPageBGColor & """> & vbNewline
Alternativly replace the same code to the one below and change #008080 to suit your needs...
"<body bgcolor=""#008080""> & vbNewline
When I replace that line with either of those two options, I get this error in the shout box entries field:
Microsoft VBScript compilation error '800a0409'
Unterminated string constant
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MOD: Shout Box V2.0 (Updated 17th May 2006)
