Shelley, one good reason for zipping the files is so you can include a text file with the download that states clearly who the artist was (and possibly where it was obtained). If you allow just psds to be uploaded, then the person may not also be keeping track of where the file was obtained and who made the graphics in the first place. At least, that would be my main reason to not allow just psds - I think a text file should be included with the download.
Text file for what? The information is already in the thread, that is always the solution whenever a suggestion is made here. "Post the info in the thread". I'm not saying a text file shouldn't be included, this works for people submitting styles with multiple PSD files.
You state the obvious Lynne, I'm not arguing against that, so why not give the option for only psd extensions for the contributors who don't include txt files with attachments that are already included within the post?
I just don't fancy uploading the .gif .png files then upload the archived psd file when it can be done in a single seperate (without archiveing it)effort free process .
Anyway, that is my argument mainly because i like to be partially lazy and upon clicking the PSd attachment it can be loaded directly to photoshop rather than go through the download, unzipping and finding the file process.
One last question. Why is it you allow .xml files? They can be archived but yet you allow this, you've given the coders the option and that is what I am asking also a share of the cake.
11-10-2008, 07:18 PM
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