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ARTICLE:
"Organization of Animation"
By: Susan at Vector Central
The basics of scripts are the cornerstone of
HTML. Scripts
are mini-programs that allow your web page to have
interactive features and be interpreted by your web browser.
Proper organization and usage of animated scripts can
enhance your web page. Improper use can distract and prevent
sales.
1. Scripts, JavaScript, .Gif, & .Jpeg:
Automatic Scripts are executed by the browser and require
no
activity by the viewer. For example: mouse-overs, where you
only hold your cursor over the image/link to see an
'Automatic Script.' In comparison, Trigger Scripts require
"triggering" by the viewer, thus having to "click"
on a link
in order to implement the activity of a JavaScript, thus
being a 'Trigger Script.'
Most scripts are written in JavaScript because
it is
universally supported by the majority of browsers. Some
examples of JavaScript are images of waves of water, moving
objects, display messages, etc. Another form of interactive
graphics is accomplished through animated .gif files. The
advantage of .gif over .jpeg is that .gif produces animation.
2. Compress for Faster Loading:
To reduce loading time, use graphic compression. This does
not have to mean loss of quality. Certain percentages of
compression are not even noticeable. Use smaller graphics
toward top of pages; larger graphics toward the bottom.
.Gif and .Jpeg Compression Resources
http://www.ImronCorp.com/photo.htm
http://www.spinwave.com
http://www.gold-software.com/ago.html
3. Organize to Compliment, not Distract:
Organize your animated scripts so that they compliment your
page, not distract. Don't lose potential customers with too
much "cuteness." Also, organize your designs with
pleasing
colors and acceptable animation. Gaudy, unprofessional
scripts will not enhance your sales or reputation.
4. Use Animation Sparingly & Avoid Blinking
Scripts:
Using animation sparingly not only reduces loading time, but
also prevents turning away potential customers. A cluttered
web page is confusing and irritating. The general online
audience does not care for flashing and blinking images.
They can be considered annoying and distracting. Many
readers will leave a web site due to such - thus, a possible
customer is lost from that web site!
Another awareness about Flashing & Blinking
animation is
that there is medical belief that flashing/blinking images
can trigger epileptic seizures in viewers who are subject
to
this difficulty. It's good to be aware and courteous!
5. Example of a JavaScript:
An example of a simple JavaScript is adding the date and
time to your page. To view this script, go to the bottom of
our home page: http://www.vectorcentral.com
where you
will find a script from Rewritables
- a free script.
Important Tips:
Tip #1 - To use a script, highlight the "entire"
code.
Copy and paste the code into your text editor
(like WordPad, NotePad, NoteTab). Then, "recopy"
from
your text editor. Paste the "recopied" script into
your HTML
page. This "important" process keeps the code pure
and
unaltered.
Tip #2 - Place your script in its own table.
In your text
view, sometimes there is what looks like empty space at the
end of the script. To remove this space will delete the end
of your code, thus destroying your script. Having your
script in its own table will remind you 'not' to remove that
empty-looking area below your script.
Recommended Resources:
http://www.dseffects.com/index.html
http://www.scriptarchive.com/
http://www.javaboutique.internet.com
http://scriptsearch.internet.com/
http://www.compucan.com/Java-Resources.htm
http://www.java-scripts.net/
http://www.stormloader.com/yash/java.html
http://www.bannermakerpro.com/
http://www.icthus.net/CGI-City/
Happy Designing!!!
Susan at Vector Central Marketing
http://www.vectorcentral.com
Contact:
http://www.vectorcentral.com/contact-us.html
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About the Author:
Susan at Vector Central, is the editor/publisher of the "Interactive
Marketing Ezine" which provides essential marketing
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