Include PHP file in Footer?

[jribz]

Is there a simple way to include a php file in the footer of the forums?

Thanks

[Blaine0002]

<?php include("file.php"); ?>

[jribz]

Originally Posted by Blaine0002

<?php include("file.php"); ?>

Sorry, I meant from a template without editing a php file. That would work in a php file but not from a template, well, at least I can't get it to work from a template.

[Blaine0002]

you want a template to load up another template?

[jribz]

Originally Posted by Blaine0002

you want a template to load up another template?

No, I want the template to call a php file and display it, the php file basically has links which dynamically change, similar to an ad script.

[Blaine0002]

hmm the include function should work then..

[jribz]

Originally Posted by Blaine0002

hmm the include function should work then..

Well I recall when doing something similar I had to use phpincludestart however this is no longer an option in 3.5.... :ermm:

[evenmonkeys]

I've been trying to get help on this as well and no one seems to care. =P You are not able to put php directly into the templates. You are given two options. Create a php file that calls for a template aka the footer. Or you may create a plug-in that you'd put before or after the footer. I can't go too far into detail, but maybe that'll help you a little bit. I'm trying to put php into my header, but I'm not doing so well.

[Adrian Schneider]

Try hook: global_start

PHP Code:

ob_start();
include('yourfile.php');
$variable = ob_get_contents();
ob_end_clean(); 


Then you should be able to use $variable in your templates.

[ I'm not sure if this is the correct hook, but it should work ]

[evenmonkeys]

What exactly would I specify in the template then? How would I call for it?

I'm confused. I made a plugin with what you gave. I changed the source appropriately. Then what do I put in my header template to call for that hook? Do I need to create a new template? Please be detailed in your answer. I'd really appreciate it.