ZX Slideshow support thread

[ideasgirl]

Hello, GREAT PLUG-IN!

I'm using ZC 1.3.9h

Here's my problem:

I upload all the files, and when I try to install the sql patch, I get:

7 statements processed.
Error ERROR: Cannot insert configuration_key "" because it already exists
Warning Note: 1 statements ignored. See "upgrade_exceptions" table for additional details.

When I go to the Configuration > ZX Slideshow all I get is a blank page with the 3 columns and titles, but that's it (no way I can do anything on that page).

I've tried this putting back my backup sql copy and reinstalling few times, always FAILS.

What to do?

(I have the store on "maintenance" and I can't take it off for now, please let me know by pm if you need link with IP maintenance release to take a look).

Your help will be appreciated.

[LisaB]

Documentation doesn't get uploaded, there's no need for that. You just upload everything that is inside "files" directory. You have to rename YOUR_ADMIN to the actual admin directory on your server. After you get the files in the proper structure, you'll need to run the SQL patch again.

Thank you. Nutted out what I had done wrong after reading your answer . Off to Configure - thank you very much

[balihr]

When I go to the Configuration > ZX Slideshow all I get is a blank page with the 3 columns and titles, but that's it (no way I can do anything on that page).

I've tried this putting back my backup sql copy and reinstalling few times, always FAILS.

To be perfectly honest, I have no idea why it happens, but it happened to me as well on several occasions - it's seems like some sites simply won't accept it. Since it obviously accepts the configuration group part of the statement, just install it manually from the DB. Check the configuration group ID, replace it in the SQL statement and run the SQL from phpmyadmin. Don't forget to add the DB prefix if you're using it. Sorry, but that's the best advice I can give you...

[ideasgirl]

just install it manually from the DB

I did. I had to manually insert the configuration group id to every setting because after the patch didn't show configuration page with the settings. After inserting every and each one, the page showed up correctly and ready.

Thanks...

[DArnaez]

I installed today this amazing Plugin and I love I want to congratulate the creators. The only problem is the position. Can anybody tell me how to move it to "Header Position 2"? My website is http://ohmyicons.com/ . I'm sorry if this issue was treat in the past. I did a research but my eyes are killing me. Thanks!!!

[balihr]

I installed today this amazing Plugin and I love I want to congratulate the creators. The only problem is the position. Can anybody tell me how to move it to "Header Position 2"? My website is http://ohmyicons.com/ . I'm sorry if this issue was treat in the past. I did a research but my eyes are killing me. Thanks!!!

And what is "Header Position 2" ? Are you referring to the larger static banner you have just bellow the header menu? If so, then you might wanna read this thread and also the documentation that comes with this plugin, it's explained under "Additional Information" with a direct link. Basically, you'll need to edit your tpl_header.php, tpl_index_default.php, index_home.css and stylesheet.css files.

[DArnaez]

Thanks Balihr! I readed the documentation that come in the plugin but is limited. But barely it works. I mean.. at least I achieve the first target to replace the big header banner. Now the problem is that when user choose a category banners are showed anywhere... a real mess. I cut the code on the tpl_header.php and paste on tpl_index_default.php. Then I edit index_home just to eliminate the padding. The stylesheet.css I didn't touch it because I don't know what to change. I'll continue searching to fix the mess. Thanks!!

[DArnaez]

FIXED: I follow a threat where say how to show it only in the homepage... and it works. The code is:

<?php if($this_is_home_page) { ?>
<!-- begin edit for ZX Slideshow -->
<?php if(ZX_SLIDESHOW_STATUS == 'true') { ?>
	<?php require($template->get_template_dir('zx_slideshow.php',DIR_WS_TEMPLATE, $current_page_base,'templates'). '/zx_slideshow.php'); ?>
<?php } ?>
<!-- end edit for ZX Slideshow -->
<?php } ?>

Thanks!

What do I need to change if I want it working in the all pages? Many thanks!

[balihr]

What do I need to change if I want it working in the all pages? Many thanks!

In your case, the problem was that you didn't load the stylesheet on other pages, it was loading only on the home page. That's because of index_home.css - this file originally contains all styling for the slideshow, but Zen Cart will load it only on home page. If you want to use the slider on other pages, you MUST take all styling from index_home.css and MOVE it to your stylesheet.css. Of course, you would need to remove the if($this_is_home_page) check from the tpl_header.php
But, be careful because you might harm your site's usability - slideshow is supposed to run in home page only, it's very annoying to have it site-wide...

[DArnaez]

Yes. You are absolutely right ... in the homepage is enough. Thanks a lot.