Powerpoint presentation

[epic_one]

I would to know how to link to a ppt without having it open up. I just want my clients to be able to download it. can anyone help me.

thanks

[dmorison]

Hi epic_one,

If you don't have access to a server side scripting language it is virtually impossible to stop Internet Explorer trying to open stuff in MS Office.

Your best tactic would be very clear instructions that say (in big letters):

"Right Click on the filename you require, and then select "Save Target As..."

Adding target='_blank' to your links - for example...

<a href='something.ppt' target='_blank'>

...might provide some damage limitation.

If you do have access to some server side magic, you can send some headers that will force a download. A Google Groups search on "<your scripting language> force download" should bring up some examples.

[epic_one]

will do thanks a lot

[epic_one]

Hi dmorison,

FYI I played around a bit, a quick fix is to zip the file. It prevent the file from opening..........it does cause other problems but this will fix my problem for now. Thanks for the help.

[hutcheson]

>If you don't have access to a server side scripting language it is virtually impossible to stop Internet Explorer trying to open stuff in MS Office.

So, start by downloading a browser: Mozzie, Opera, etc.

Then when you want to minimize bizarre side-effects, viruses, worms, and other pathological behavior, use the browser.

The only thing that puzzles me is: why do people ever want to _maximize_ BSEVWAOPB?

[g1smd]

I use this:

Right Click the <a href="filename.ext" title="Right Click this Link, and Select the 'Save As' Option." target="_blank">Download Link</a> and select the Save As option from the pop up menu.

[dmorison]

Hi hutcheson,

So, start by downloading a browser: Mozzie, Opera, etc.

That is of course a solution within the controlled environment of your own computer, but unfortunately it doesn't scale.