Need help to open new browser page

new page

[schroder]

We have a need to open a second browser(IE) page and then display a wmv file in it. We would like this page to open at a specific time into the primary page then close after completion. Also we would like all controls removed.

Our clients are medical professionals that are viewing a presenter with audio and synched sides. Now they want to see video of the procedures.

Rick

[BlobFisk]

Welcome to WebmasterWorld schroder.

Opening a new page (with controls removed) can be done using javascripts window.open and you can time it using javascript setTimeout. It's not particular reliable if you're looking for accurate timing.

Would it be better to open it on a click rather than a specific time?

[schroder]

Thanks for reply.

I think maybe opening a link with no controls and display at 400X400 is better. We have set html files that play at right size but the IE window opens at full screen with all contols.

Rick

[Fotiman]

Here's an old thread with some valuable information:
[webmasterworld.com...]

Note, I would avoid trying to size the window. As mentioned in the thread, it will not be the correct size for all of your visitors depending on their personal browser settings.

Also, I would not hide any browser controls. It's bad for usability.

[schroder]

Ok I have it working but I need the command for stoping it I would like to send you the line of code to look at but don't know if its acceptable here.

Thanks for your help

[tedster]

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[schroder]

<a href="001.htm" onClick="javascript:parent.NewWindow('001.wmv');return false;"><img src="video.jpg" alt="Click to Play Video" border="0" onMouseOver="this.src='actvideo.jpg'" onMouseOut="this.src='video.jpg'" /></a>

This is the code we are using. A user clicks on it and it plays the second video. We allow users the ability to choose if they want the second video or not depending on their bandwidth. What we would like is to have the program not loop and when its done for the widow to close and go back to our orginal program.

I've search using Google but can not find any codes.

Thanks again,

Rick