ZX Slideshow support thread

08 May 2012, 09:48

#1

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ZX Slideshow support thread

I have just submitted Zen Cart Slideshow module to the contributions section, hopefully it will get approved soon.

** Update: https://www.zen-cart.com/downloads.php?do=file&id=1404

It's based on the popular Nivo Slider which allows you to create your own slideshow on the main page, uses jQuery and is completely controlled from the admin - this means no more messing with code or FTP, everything is done from the admin section. It utilizes the native Banner Management system to give you full control.

You can add up to 10 slides, but can also make your slideshow even more interesting because you have the ability to add multiple images for one banner position so each time a random image is loaded.

There are 16 slide effects to choose from. You can also adjust how long each slide will be displayed as well as if it will pause when hovered.

Here are some screenshots:

I'll do my best to provide support for the module, but can't guarantee anything.

PLEASE NOTE: Support for V3 of this plugin starts here: https://www.zen-cart.com/showthread.php?195957-ZX-Slideshow-support-thread/page73

11 May 2012, 22:36

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yeroen

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

thanks !! works great for me, zencart 1.3.9h
Best slider for ZC

12 May 2012, 06:22

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yeroen

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

How can I remove the white space below the slideshow when disable the navigation?
Or move the navigation in the slideshow instead of below?

12 May 2012, 09:30

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balihr

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

I'll have to check about the white space, I don't remember seeing it.

Nav buttons - you should edit the index_home.css and position the nav bar where you want it. I'll be home late this evening and will be able to go into details.

12 May 2012, 15:25

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yeroen

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Thanks,
already found these settings in the "index_home.css"

under:
.theme-default .nivoSlider {
margin-bottom:50px; change this to 0px

and:
.theme-default .nivo-controlNav {
bottom:-42px; change this to 0px

Now this is perfect for my site, thanks!

12 May 2012, 15:42

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raj3396

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

very nice and easy i will install on my site,Thanks for the addon

14 May 2012, 17:47

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Hi,

I am working on www.thaigarden.digi-blue.co.uk. Like this gallery, however it seems I am missing something. Please see the slidehsow on the home page. Could you help on how I can fix this?

14 May 2012, 18:00

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

You're missing the CSS file... Check if you forgot to upload it. It should go to includes/templates/RI_TEMPLATE_07/css/

14 May 2012, 18:28

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

I have this one installed (includes/templates/RI_TEMPLATE_07/css/index_home.css), I also tried to followed the advice above by yeroen. This did not help. Any other ideas please?

14 May 2012, 18:35

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

For some reason, that CSS file is not loading on your home page... Try disabling minify under Configuration->CSS/JS loader for starters.

P.S. Don't forget to install Image Handler... :wink:

14 May 2012, 18:42

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

I have disabled minify, and also just uploaded Image Handler 3 for my version of Zen Cart. Yes, for some reason this is still not picking up the CSS (just checked in Firefox). What could be the reason?

14 May 2012, 18:45

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Honestly, I'm not sure. Can you test with classic template so we can rule out a template issue? Don't forget you'll need to upload the template files to your /classic/ directory...

14 May 2012, 18:47

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

OK, you can check, this works fine with the classic template. So this is a template issue? Is there anything else you could possibly think off? I really like your module, would love to use it!

14 May 2012, 18:54

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Yup, obviously template related. Unfortunately, I have no way of knowing what's causing it.

A KISS method of fixing it would be to copy all content of index_home.css and paste it into your stylesheet.css - if you're OK with loading the extra (unnecessary) line of css throughout the site.

Another way would be to add the following to your includes/templates/RI_TEMPLATE_07/templates/zx_slideshow.php as the first line:

<link rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" href="<?php echo($template->get_template_dir('index_home.css',DIR_WS_TEMPLATE, $current_page_base,'css'). '/index_home.css'); ?>" media="screen" />

14 May 2012, 18:57

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barendfaber

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Thank you! Added the code and it is working now!!!!! You are the best, thank you for the effort!

14 May 2012, 19:02

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Glad to hear it's working for you! :smile:

Keep in mind that this "fix" shouldn't be considered as a good fix since css files should be loaded in the head section and not in the middle of body, so you really should check what's wrong with your template because you might have more issues with other stuff in the future...

P.S. Keep an eye on the module, I'm preparing an update with integrated themes... :wink:

14 May 2012, 19:07

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Cool! Can't wait to see it, will keep my subscription to this post to ensure I know when you release the update. Would it maybe work better if I just copy and paste the CSS to my style sheet? I don't think I will load any additional plug ins on this site.

14 May 2012, 19:11

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

I don't think it will make much difference. The slider css file is less than 3kB so the extra load is insignificant. The only difference is that you would be loading all css in the head section. So, if you don't mind the 3kB extra load, go ahead and paste it all in stylesheet.css and delete index_home.css and the last modification line. Or leave as is, doesn't matter.

Have fun!

15 May 2012, 17:25

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

Hi I have installed the slider, enabled it but it is not showing on the main page, even tried the method in post #14 but not working, please have a look.. molwa.com

15 May 2012, 20:41

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Re: ZX Slideshow support thread

raj3396:
Hi I have installed the slider, enabled it but it is not showing on the main page, even tried the method in post #14 but not working, please have a look.. molwa.com

None of the code from my slider is loading - are you sure you upload the files correctly to your template folder? Also, I've noticed that you have easy slider installed - you might have to remove it because it could cause conflicts. It's not causing it now since nothing is loaded...