Changing states for multiple objects
Sep 10, 2014
I have a slide that has multiple layers to view a different video. I have created a buttons for each layer. What I want to happen is when the user clicks on a button it changes color, but I want it to change back to its original color when they click on another button. This will allow the user to know which video they are currently viewing. Is there and easy way of accomplishing this without creating a multiple triggers for each button. Right now I feel like I will have 14 triggers for each button.
Below is an image of my current slide.
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You could do this multiple ways by either using 'Selected' states or creating a single button on each video layer that is a different color. I'm sure someone will come along and create an example of this for you.
I think you'll solve your problem by creating a button set. Select all 4 buttons and then right-click. Choose Button Set and Button Set 1 or create a new button set.
Here's an example of the button set option that Julie talked about. For more complex interactions, I also use variables to produce similar reactions.
Thanks Julie. I'm actually trying to change the colors of the question buttons not the 4 at the bottom.
I just opened the file, and this may work. Thanks a bunch!!
I'm back with another question. I have a video on each layer that automatically starts as you go to a new layer. However the videos don't automatically stop with another layer is selected. From what I tested, I am still hearing the video in the base layer. What is the easiest way to tell the videos to stop playing when another layer is clicked?
Hi LaKeisha,
I think I answered the same question when you asked it here (Sept 6 post) and thought you'd resolved it? If this doesn't work, can you describe in a bit more detail or \perhaps upload your slide?
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