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Target windows for links in Rise
I have created a course in Rise with some links to external websites. When you click on the link within the editing window the link website opens in a new target window. However, when you publish the course the link opens in the same window forcing the learner to use the back button every time they want to return to the course. Is there a way round this so all links open in new target windows?
Thanks
It seems most natural to let the author set the target attribute for links and buttons. I need target="_top" because our content is in an iframe, and want to lead the learner to our course main page (in an LMS).
Hi John, and thanks for sharing what would work for you. Would you be able to fully describe your needs in a feature request for our development team to track? Thanks!
Hi Alena
The code is set to open links in new windows always.
Can you share a link to where it's happening in same window? Perhaps it's
in an environment that's wrapping some code around the course that's
preventing it from running properly.Why?
Hi Adam - thanks for your quick response! Here's the link:
Thanks Alena
At first look, it appears it's an issue when the links are used inside
those Note blocks. But we'll figure it out and fix it.
We've got other links in the Note blocks in a different course which are opening in a new target window. Do you want me to send you the link for that one?
Sure, please.
https://rise.articulate.com/share/MCJnmilY6DQ_JEa4 - The link to Acas opens in a new window but the link to Citizens Advice opens in the same window. Not sure if it's something to do with whether the website is secure....
Hi Adam - I wondered if you've had any luck with fixing this?
Thanks
Alena
Hi Alena - we are looking into this as we speak. I'll keep you posted. Thanks for your patience.
Hi Adam - any update on this issue please?
Many thanks
Alena
Hi Alena,
I apologize for the delay in getting this bug fixed. It turned out to be a bit more tricky than expected. We are actively working on it and I'll update this thread as soon as we have a solution in place.
In the meantime, have you tried removing and recreating the link. The behavior is a currently a bit random, so doing so might work for you.
Thanks for the update Michael. I'll try that and let you know if it's successful.
