[ARCHIVED] I want to create a hover definition for words within a Page. I was able to do that by creating hyperlink and writing the definition in it but .....

[nvanboskirk]

But creating a hyperlink to create the hover definition tempts the student to go ahead and click on that hyperlink which takes them to another page. Going to another page is what I am trying to avoid.  Suggestions? 

[crafte · Accepted solution]

Hi  @nvanboskirk ‌, you might find what you need in the article written by awilliams‌. He explains how to create tooltips: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-4096 

[nvanboskirk]

Thank you, Elisabeth - that is exactly what I wanted. I just didn't know

what term to search for - "tooltips"! I appreciate the timely help.

Nancy

On Wed, May 3, 2017 at 7:46 AM, Elisabeth Craft <instructure@jiveon.com>

[nvanboskirk]

This was exactly what I was looking for, Elisabeth.  I now know the term "tooltip"! 

Thank you - Nancy

[ajohnson]

For accessibility and usability, you should avoid using titles. The Paciello Group gives a good explanation why in HTML5 Accessibility Chops: title attribute use and abuse. For definitions, I would recommend using links to another document  so that they are accessible to all. You could have a glossary document with anchors for each word. 

Also, without the link, most users won't see the title. Very few move their mouse everywhere to see if there's a hidden link, much less a title lurking there.

[nvanboskirk]

I see the problem. I do have a separate Glossary document they will be

able to download and a Glossary page that I can provide links to using

anchors. I need a good guide on how to use the anchors to take me to a

specific place on the page. I am a true newbie to this!

Nancy

On Wed, May 3, 2017 at 8:47 AM, ajohnson@embanetcompass.com <