My idea is to use a pulsing orb swf object on an image to draw attention since we can't do blink effects in SL. When the user will click on the orb (swf object) it has to disappear to show the object that requires an action i.e. a lock that needs to be unlocked.
One more option: Add the swf to the normal state of a transparent object, like in this example: http://dev.keypointlearn.com/xcl71_SL/Pulse/story.html. Then you can use triggers to hide the object (including the swf)
Karen, select your swf and press Ctrl+C (copy). Select the transparent object and click States > Edit States. Select the Normal State and press Crtl+V (paste). You should now see the swf as part of the Normal State. Position the swf as needed. Click Done Editing States. The swf is now part of the transparent object and responds to state changes. Hope that makes sense.
So, can I assume this goes for all objects that do not have the privileges of having state changes?
I would say, you can use this technique for MOST objects. From the top of my head, I know that a scrolling panel couldn't be used as part of another object's state.
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I answered my own question: I used the marker after I figured out how to make the text box invisible 'so to speak' It created the same effect.
That's tough since you can't change the state of SWFs.
Here's one idea.
Put the SWF orb on a separate layer. When the slide opens, have that layer show over your base (sometimes you have to delay this by a second or less).
Then put a hotspot over the SWF. Edit the trigger for the hotspot to close the layer.
Would that work?
Nice solution also. Glad you got it.
One more option: Add the swf to the normal state of a transparent object, like in this example: http://dev.keypointlearn.com/xcl71_SL/Pulse/story.html. Then you can use triggers to hide the object (including the swf)
Cool option, Michael. Keep forgetting the tricks with states. Nice reminder.
Thanks Guys!
It works with the marker. not a big fan of it hence me using my orbs ( way cooler).
G: I didn't think of that option, good idea.
M: How would I add the swf to the transparent object? All I can come up with is grouping it?
Karen, select your swf and press Ctrl+C (copy). Select the transparent object and click States > Edit States. Select the Normal State and press Crtl+V (paste). You should now see the swf as part of the Normal State. Position the swf as needed. Click Done Editing States. The swf is now part of the transparent object and responds to state changes. Hope that makes sense.
Michael, it totally does! Thanks.
So, can I assume this goes for all objects that do not have the privileges of having state changes?
I would say, you can use this technique for MOST objects. From the top of my head, I know that a scrolling panel couldn't be used as part of another object's state.
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