Integration with vBulletin - Imageshack & MEGAUPLOAD Uploader

Hack Support

This hack is now discontinued - this means that while it will remain available for download and use, there will be no further updates, nor will support be provided as the thread is no longer monitored. You can now check out the 3.8.x version of this hack, as it also works with v3.7.5, v3.6.12 (and maybe even earlier versions).

Please click Mark as Installed if you are using this hack.


NOTE: You can not change the language/text in either the Imageshack or MEGAUPLOAD embedded upload boxes as they are actually being hosted on their respective websites, and this hack can in NO way control that.

If you need support (they embed but don't upload, they are slow, etc), information (how they work, FAQ etc) in regards either of the embedded upload boxes, then you are best off checking out their respective websites, as I will not help you out there (you need to do the research yourself) - MEGAUPLOAD, Imageshack


vBulletin Version Compatibility

This hack can be used with v3.6.10 and v3.7.x. This has not been tested with earlier versions of v3.6.x, but should work.


What Does This Hack Do?

This is an update of my v3.6.x hack available here, with the added bonus of being able to upload files to MEGAUPLOAD.

The v3.6.x version of this hack has been listed on the official ImageShack's 3rd Party Tools page, and that links to the v3.8.x version of this hack - see ImageShack :: 3rdparty ::

This is an hack that adds the ability to upload image images to the Imageshack service and upload files to the MEGAUPLOAD service and be given a url to post in your posts to show your now uploaded file(s), it is available (if enabled) when creating a new thread, new post, editing a post, quick editing a post or doing a quick reply.

Both Imageshack and MEGAUPLOAD are controlled by the same permissions, but you can show one of them or both of them when creating a new thread, new post, editing a post, quick editing a post or doing a quick reply independently (via settings in AdminCP).

You can control the size and color of both the Imageshack (fully customisable) and MEGAUPLOAD (3 sizes and 6 colors) boxes from the AdminCP.

You do NOT need a premium account to upload using either Imageshack or MEGAUPLOAD.


NOTE 2: This hack works in total harmony with the latest version of Dannyloski's Photobucket Image Upload hack (Dannyloski, with my permission, used the base code of v3.6.x version of this hack to create his hack), so you can use Imageshack, MEGAUPLOAD and Photobucket all at the same time (if you choose to).

AdminCP settings for this hack available in vBulletin Options > Imageshack Image Upload.
Settings that can be changed are:

1. Usergroup permissions - which groups will see the Imageshack/MEGAUPLOAD Upload boxes
2. Choose which locations the Imageshack Image Upload box are displayed
3. Imageshack iFrame properties - size of the upload input field. The width, height and color (this setting will work instantly once the Imageshack developers fix this) of the iframe
4. Choose which locations the MEGAUPLOAD Uploader box are displayed
5. MEGAUPLOAD Embedded box properties - size and color of the embedded MEGAUPLOAD box

Note: If you have highly customised templates or styles and the imageshack/MEGAUPLOAD dialog box does not display after usergroup permissions are set, then you may need to manually add the contents of the imageshack template to the templates where you want the dialog box to appear.


Installation Instructions

1. Import ms_imageshack_upload.xml into vB using the AdminCP Product Manager. If upgrading then set Allow Overwrite to Yes.
2. In the Admin CP, select vBulletin Options > Imageshack/MEGAUPLOAD Uploader, and change the settings to enter usergroups that you want to use this, which locations you want to display the imageshack and MEGAUPLOAD dialog boxes and change other settings to your liking.
3. Enjoy the new addition to your posting arsenal !!!

Uninstall Instructions

1. Uninstall the product in vB using the AdminCP Product Manager.

Screenshots
Show in this order:

• Imageshack and MEGAUPLOAD (in Quick Reply)
• Imageshack and MEGAUPLOAD (in Quick Edit)
• Imageshack and MEGAUPLOAD (in Additional Posting Options)
• Imageshack only (in Additional Posting Options)
• AdminCP options (2)
• AdminCP options (1)
• MEGAUPLOAD only (in Additional Posting Options)

Version History

v3.7.007 - Friday 29th August 2008
-- Final Release
-- Changed: Check boxes now for usergroup selection, instead of needing comma separated numbers
-- Changed: Removed dependency, now works with v3.6.10
-- Changed: Screenshots
-- Added: New plugin, for processing usergroup permissions

v3.7.006 - Sunday 29th June 2008
-- Changed: Hack name
-- Changed: Total code rewrite
-- Added: MEGAUPLOAD Upload

v3.7.005 - Saturday 28th June 2008
-- Fixed: Quick Reply now works with Photobucket Image Uploader hack

v3.7.004 - Wednesday 25th June 2008
-- Fixed: Imageshack in Quick Reply not showing

v3.7.003 - Wednesday 25th June 2008
-- Changed: Version numbering
-- Added: AdminCP option to display to all usergroups

v3.1.0 - Wednesday 2nd April 2008
-- Added: QuickEdit option
-- Added: AdminCP Options input validation

v3.0.0 - Thursday 7th February 2008
-- Initial v3.7.x Release


Thanks

Thanks go out to Paul M who gave me permission to use some of his install code.


Show Your Appreciation

Although not required, if you have enjoyed the benefits of this hack, and would like show your appreciation for my efforts, then please feel free to click on the Support Developer link and donate any amount you feel is appropriate.

[SuperTaz]

Originally Posted by Mosh

I had a quick look at the hack you posted about and here is a quick solution, I will not post a step-by-step guide (as it is not one of my hacks that you want this to work with), but it should now only show 1 instance of Imageshack and MEGAUPLOAD:

1. Copy the contents of the imageshack template and paste into the phpkd_aqr_showthread_quickreply template where you want it shown.
2. In Plugin Manager, edit the Imageshack Image Upload (5) plugin.
   Near the bottom, find:
   
   PHP Code:

   if ($imageshack_qr == 1) 

   Directly above it add:
   
   PHP Code:

   $imageshack_qr = 0; 


So if does not work and you can not figure it out from the above simple instructions, then you will have to post in the other hack's thread as my hack is a lot simpler than that one.

I found that hack from the link above to conflict with other hacks, so I deleted it and now your hack works fine. Thank you

[Mosh]

Originally Posted by Warden-B-

I found that hack from the link above to conflict with other hacks, so I deleted it and now your hack works fine. Thank you

Glad to hear that

[TheInsaneManiac]

Bug:
Image Shack doesn't work in quick reply, even when enabled.

Feature Request:
Add the uploaders to Private Messages, this way I can disable attachments in PMs.

[Mosh]

Originally Posted by TheInsaneManiac

Bug:
Image Shack doesn't work in quick reply, even when enabled.

There is no bug or else it would have been reported long before now, you are probably using another hack that also alters/replaces the QR template. Are you??

Originally Posted by TheInsaneManiac

Feature Request:
Add the uploaders to Private Messages, this way I can disable attachments in PMs.

I will see what I can do for the next version.

NOTE: Please read my signature in regards to PMs, it also applies to feature requests. All feature requests are to be posted in the relevant support thread.

[TheInsaneManiac]

Originally Posted by Mosh

There is no bug or else it would have been reported long before now, you are probably using another hack that also alters/replaces the QR template. Are you??



I will see what I can do for the next version.

NOTE: Please read my signature in regards to PMs, it also applies to feature requests. All feature requests are to be posted in the relevant support thread.

Sorry I disable signatures, as I tend to ignore them anyway, and it loads the page a lot quicker. So I don't know what your signature said.

Feature Request:
Photobucket Support

Feature Request:
A way to disable the text that advertises the ImageShack toolbar

[Mosh]

Originally Posted by TheInsaneManiac

Feature Request:
Photobucket Support

Originally Posted by 1st Post

NOTE: This hack works in total harmony with the latest version of Dannyloski's Photobucket Image Upload hack (which is based on this hack), so you can use Imageshack, MEGAUPLOAD and Photobucket all at the same time (if you choose to).

Please read the first post. There is already a Photobucket hack (based on this one) already released, and fully integrates with this one.

Originally Posted by TheInsaneManiac

Feature Request:
A way to disable the text that advertises the ImageShack toolbar

Originally Posted by 1st Post

NOTE: You can not change the language/text in either the Imageshack or MEGAUPLOAD boxes as they are actually being hosted on their respective websites, and this hack can in NO way control that, so please do not ask.

Note the above quote; there is nothing I can do about that. Maybe if you ask imageshack nicely they will remove it for you (I doubt it, but no harm asking), link to their site in first post.

Please read the first post thoroughly before requesting anything else, as both of the above have already been provided for, and I hate having to repeat myself.

[TheInsaneManiac]

Originally Posted by Mosh

Please read the first post. There is already a Photobucket hack (based on this one) already released, and fully integrates with this one.




Note the above quote; there is nothing I can do about that. Maybe if you ask imageshack nicely they will remove it for you (I doubt it, but no harm asking), link to their site in first post.

Please read the first post thoroughly before requesting anything else, as both of the above have already been provided for, and I hate having to repeat myself.

I already saw his hack, I just do not like having to force my members to register in order to upload. Anyway to implement the login into it automatically so they can just use my account?

[Mosh]

Originally Posted by TheInsaneManiac

I already saw his hack, I just do not like having to force my members to register in order to upload. Anyway to implement the login into it automatically so they can just use my account?

I have absolutely no idea about that, you should ask that Dannyloski's thread, as I do not actually use Photobuket, I just made sure it integrated into this hack 100%.

[racingparts.ro]

hi
i installed the uploader but i cant see the pictures
the only way is using THUMBNAIL FOR FORUMS (1)

if i try puting a picture using the insert image button and the direct link to the image ..i cant see anything
this is the screen i get

i got an answer : It's because they don't allow "dynamic urls" in image tags. It used to be an option to turn on and off in vb 3.6

So: is there anything to do about it in order to use images uploaded to imageshack in my posts?

[Mosh]

Originally Posted by racingparts.ro

hi
i installed the uploader but i cant see the pictures
the only way is using THUMBNAIL FOR FORUMS (1)

if i try puting a picture using the insert image button and the direct link to the image ..i cant see anything
this is the screen i get

i got an answer : It's because they don't allow "dynamic urls" in image tags. It used to be an option to turn on and off in vb 3.6

So: is there anything to do about it in order to use images uploaded to imageshack in my posts?

Originally Posted by 1st Post

NOTE 2: I only provide an easy way of integrating MEGAUPLOAD and Imageshack into your sites, and I am only providing support for the vBulletin integration.

If you need support, information (how they work, FAQ etc) in regards either of the embedded upload boxes, then you are best of checking out their respective websites, as I will not help you out there (you need to do the research yourself) - MEGAUPLOAD, Imageshack

Please read the above.