Major Additions - Links and Downloads Manager

What this is and does

Version 3.0.2-PL1 uploaded 15th March 2010.

LDM is a general-purpose tool for managing libraries of links and files, and handling uploads and downloads in a flexible way, while tracking and controlling user access. It also has a range of integrated media players and a large library of 'plugin' extras. It has been developed steadily since the release of vb 3.0 some six years ago, based on extensive feedback from users at vb.org.

I think the 3.0.x releases have been tested enough and are no longer considered beta. However, I still want feedback on features that do not work at all or do not work properly.

Translations in Spanish, French, Chinese, German and Dutch are available as phrase files and are more or less complete.

Installation and Usage Explained in the on-line Wiki, with a brief explanation in the file instructions.txt in the release zip.

The installer will either create a new LDM database, or recognise that you already have an earlier version installed and update it.

Unlike earlier versions of LDM, this version automatically adds a link to the product on the main vb navbar.

Please do not blindly install on a live forum without being sure that you have tested it adequately. Use carefully and always backup your database before upgrading. Post reports of problems and suggestions for enhancements in this thread. You can find extensive discussion of this mod in the VB3.7 mods and VB3.8 mods sections.

Staff Note: Sadly, Andrew D, the developer of the Links and Downloads Manager has passed away after a long period of illness.

[ShawnV]

Andrew, swfuploader may need a look at after the 3.0.1 update.

I have extra socks if needed

[Deviant K1]

Originally Posted by ShawnV

Andrew, swfuploader may need a look at after the 3.0.1 update.

I have extra socks if needed

... Socks....

Anyway, what issues are you having with the swfuploader?

Reason why I ask is because I haven't found an issue with it using IE8, Firefox, Safari and Chrome.

[ShawnV]

After updating to the newest 3.0.1 and re-installing the swfuploader I had database errors, these went away if I disabled that plug-in.

[Deviant K1]

Originally Posted by ShawnV

After updating to the newest 3.0.1 and re-installing the swfuploader I had database errors, these went away if I disabled that plug-in.

Hmmm, that's a bit odd. I'm assuming you tried on it IE8, Firefox, Safari and Chrome?

Actually, wouldn't matter to me.. if I got DB errors regardless of which browser, I'd disable it too!

You may want to try installing adobe shockwave plugin for your browser(s) and be sure you have the latest adobe flash player plugin.

[AndrewD]

Originally Posted by ShawnV

Andrew, swfuploader may need a look at after the 3.0.1 update.

I have extra socks if needed

Warm, thick socks suit me best. Gives more possibilities for absorbing fluids...

Could you post, or send me a PM, with the database error you are getting. swfuploader itself doesn't do anything special with the database - it's mainly an interface to some fancy Javascript. Thanks.

[AndrewD]

Originally Posted by Deviant K1

AndrewD,

Not that I don't think you have a lot of work on your desk to do at the moment but I felt the need to add a little more .

In the below attachment while viewing a category, if filters are use and you attempt to use the drop menu box, it doesn't work in Safari. I tried refreshing and that didn't work.

IE8, Firefox and Chrome works fine .

Ths works fine for me with Safari. Could you try clearing the Safari cache and trying again?

[AndrewD]

Just to let everyone know - we are moving house and country this week (returning to the UK after eighteen years moving around the rest of Europe), so normal service here may be disrupted from time to time until we are fully resettled.

[ShawnV]

Will do, good luck with your move Andrew, safe travels.

[Varsh]

I guess I'll just have to say welcome back to the white UK! More snow on the way!

Installing this now after comparing it to the others and this mod is so added to my MOTM list.

[obmob]

Originally Posted by AndrewD

Just to let everyone know - we are moving house and country this week (returning to the UK after eighteen years moving around the rest of Europe), so normal service here may be disrupted from time to time until we are fully resettled.

WOW, big move! A safe one for you and your family ^.^