If I understand correctly, the Search option/feature currently in Storyline (both SL1 and SL2) will only work with the Player Menu activated. Keep in mind this Search box will only search words within the Menu structure and not any slide content.
For searching within slide content, there's not a current solution as a built-in feature with Storyline.
No, the search Option currently in storyline (1 ou 2) with the player menu actived alsoallows you tosearch in theslides.I tested.
I do not wantto use the menusand navigationdefaultSL. I'll buildthe entire interface.SoI am looking fora wayto addsearch box.Is this possiblewithJavascript?
If you are familiar with Flash coding, you may be able to use the SDK to create a custom search feature. The SDK is currently only available for Storyline 1 but Articulate is working on an SDK for Storyline 2.
The slide text and Notes panel text are both stored in frame.xml in the story_contents folder of a project's published output. It may be possible to use JavaScript to write a search routine that would look through the contents of frame.xml and report back the slide ID containing that content.
Kevin, I don't understand your comment: "...this Search box will only search words within the Menu structure and not any slide content". Storyline's built-in Search feature enables the user to search for a word or phrase on a slide as well as the Notes panel. Maybe I'm misinterpreting what you were saying.
The search functionality will search the slides and notes of each slide - but you can only use the search feature of Storyline if you have the menu enabled, which is what I think Kevin meant.
Can you elaborate on what it means to have the menu enabled? I am translating some very complex slides and need to be able to use the search functionality. Can you walk me through how to do that?
I also have a question about the 'seach' feature for Storyline 2. I am creating an e-learning course with several categories. Each category has a number of items. I would like the ability to search for an item.
1. Main Menu branches off to several categories (tabs).
2. Each tab includes subset of items
3. Can I have a search icon enabling searching in all slides?
Please check the word document for a visual explanation. Thank you so much. I really appreciate your time and help.
Hello Indrani - Your built-in option exists within the player features and you can check on adding that within this tutorial. Looks like you are wanting something more customized without the menu and hopefully someone in the community will be able to assist in your design.
Thanks for the images, looks like a great design you've got started.
The Storyline player search function is a part of the player and has to be used in conjunction with the menu. That'll search all slides and slide notes and then allow a user to jump to the slide where the wording is present. It doesn't have a set up to be included as a separate button on your slide, so that may be something that folks in the community could share ideas around - I wouldn't be shocked if it's something that could be done with Javascript.
Yes you are right. I am looking for something more customized, and the search icon will be housed next to the contact, help icon on the upper right corner. Perhaps..variables would work!!
Hello Indrani - Currently, the close/exit button for lightbox slides can't be changed. However, you can create your own custom lightboxes with a modified close/exit button and this article may be able to assist you.
In addition, I've seen some users mention changing this icon by modifying the published output, which is not something we can support, but you are welcome to take a look at this thread.
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Hi Vial,
If I understand correctly, the Search option/feature currently in Storyline (both SL1 and SL2) will only work with the Player Menu activated. Keep in mind this Search box will only search words within the Menu structure and not any slide content.
For searching within slide content, there's not a current solution as a built-in feature with Storyline.
Hi,
No, the search Option currently in storyline (1 ou 2) with the player menu actived also allows you to search in the slides.I tested.
I do not want to use the menus and navigation default SL.
I'll build the entire interface. So I am looking for a way to add search box. Is this possible with Javascript?
Hi Vial,
If you are familiar with Flash coding, you may be able to use the SDK to create a custom search feature. The SDK is currently only available for Storyline 1 but Articulate is working on an SDK for Storyline 2.
The slide text and Notes panel text are both stored in frame.xml in the story_contents folder of a project's published output. It may be possible to use JavaScript to write a search routine that would look through the contents of frame.xml and report back the slide ID containing that content.
Kevin, I don't understand your comment: "...this Search box will only search words within the Menu structure and not any slide content". Storyline's built-in Search feature enables the user to search for a word or phrase on a slide as well as the Notes panel. Maybe I'm misinterpreting what you were saying.
hello
Thank you for this answer.
Unfortunately, I use version 2 and I do not know the Flash coding
HI VIAL,
The search functionality will search the slides and notes of each slide - but you can only use the search feature of Storyline if you have the menu enabled, which is what I think Kevin meant.
Hello,
Can you elaborate on what it means to have the menu enabled? I am translating some very complex slides and need to be able to use the search functionality. Can you walk me through how to do that?
Thank you!
Hi Rebecca!
This thread is a bit dated, but it simply means to allow the menu in your player. Check out this tutorial for explanation.
Hi Leslie,
I also have a question about the 'seach' feature for Storyline 2. I am creating an e-learning course with several categories. Each category has a number of items. I would like the ability to search for an item.
1. Main Menu branches off to several categories (tabs).
2. Each tab includes subset of items
3. Can I have a search icon enabling searching in all slides?
Please check the word document for a visual explanation. Thank you so much. I really appreciate your time and help.
Best
Indrani
Hello Indrani - Your built-in option exists within the player features and you can check on adding that within this tutorial. Looks like you are wanting something more customized without the menu and hopefully someone in the community will be able to assist in your design.
Hi Indrani,
Thanks for the images, looks like a great design you've got started.
The Storyline player search function is a part of the player and has to be used in conjunction with the menu. That'll search all slides and slide notes and then allow a user to jump to the slide where the wording is present. It doesn't have a set up to be included as a separate button on your slide, so that may be something that folks in the community could share ideas around - I wouldn't be shocked if it's something that could be done with Javascript.
Thanks, Ashley.
Yes you are right. I am looking for something more customized, and the search icon will be housed next to the contact, help icon on the upper right corner. Perhaps..variables would work!!
Hi Ashley,
I actually found something. But cannot find the original post. Please could you help.
http://www.seriouslearning.nl/DOWNLOADS/GLOSSARY/story.html
Thanks
Hello Indrani - I do know that the website you are referencing belongs to one of our E-Learning Heroes, Jeff, and you can reach him here.
Thanks, Leslie.
You made my day!! With appreciation.
-Indrani
Glad to be able to assist Indrani :)
You and your team is the best. I can always count on you.
Thanks again!
Hi Leslie,
I have an issue here, and was wondering if you can help me with it. Here is the problem in the attached word document. Thank you,
Sorry I missed a screen-shot.
Thanks
I just noticed that there is a 'close lightbox' option so working on it.
I will keep trying!
thanks
Hello Indrani - It looks like you are using the built-in glossary for this and that is the expected behavior.
I see...thanks.
Is there a work-around to show the entire screen without lightbox. Thanks
Hi Leslie,
How can I customize the red cross icon? thanks
Hello Indrani - Currently, the close/exit button for lightbox slides can't be changed. However, you can create your own custom lightboxes with a modified close/exit button and this article may be able to assist you.
In addition, I've seen some users mention changing this icon by modifying the published output, which is not something we can support, but you are welcome to take a look at this thread.
Thank you, Leslie,
I was not aware of making changes from the player mode, and will certainly take a look.
Best
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