SmartWebby's Guide to Simple Dynamic HTML (DHTML) JavaScript / DHTML and DOM
This javascript guide is especially for those who are trying their best to learn DHTML by dissecting code written by others and for people who don't know much about programming but are interested in making their web sites look Dynamic with simple add-ons.
From DHTML to DOM Scripting JavaScript / DHTML and DOM
In this chapter Beginning JavaScript with DOM Scripting and Ajax, you'll learn what DHTML was, why it is regarded as a bad way to go nowadays, and what modern techniques and ideas should be used instead.
Text Link Color Flips with DHTML JavaScript / DHTML and DOM
How to change the color of a hypertext link when the mouse passes over. Before the advent of DHTML, about the best answer I could give to get this effect was to make the link an image and get the effect.
DHTML Window widget JavaScript / DHTML and DOM
This is a robust DHTML Window widget that replicates the look and functionality of a traditional pop-up window, minus the intrusiveness. Drag or resize the window widget on the page, minimize or close it, load a new page into it, or spawn whole new windows just as you would with popups.
Text Box Characters Counter (IE4+) JavaScript / Forms
In forms when using text boxes or text areas with limited character length (usually needed for forms that submit data to a database) it is always a good idea to tell the user how many characters they have remaining. The following example shows how you can do this. This is a very simple and cute idea to help the user know exactly how many characters he can type further. Do these small add-ons to your forms and they will look really professional.
Check All/Clear All links for dynamic check-boxes (IE4+ & NN4+) JavaScript / DHTML and DOM
In forms when using check boxes for a list of records that is generated dynamically (example: display of messages in your yahoo or hotmail inbox) you might want a simple feature of checking or clearing all the check boxes related to those records before deleting or moving. Use this simple script to do just so.
How to Populate Fields from New Windows Using JavaScript JavaScript / Frames and Window
Occasionally, filling out web page forms can be daunting. Fortunately, some forms display a question mark next to the form field, which opens a popup window containing additional information. This week, you'll learn how to enhance the functionality of those windows.