Transition Scenarios

Transition Scenarios


There are unlimited uses for transitions in both static and dynamic Web pages. The following scenarios explore some of the more common or interesting applications of filter styles combined with transitions and, as in the more complex demonstrations, script functions.

Creating Non-Event Transitions

Non-event transitions are analogous to static visual filters—they are used frequently to enhance the visual appearance of a page without changing the level of interactivity of the document.

Simple script example

The following demonstration uses transitions to display information in an interesting manner as the page loads.


Creating Event-Driven Transitions

Event script example

This demonstration shows how a mouse event can trigger a sequence of transitions.


Creating Complex Transitions

Combining visual filters and transitions allows Web authors to create complex and compelling visual designs and interactivity. The following example provides just a glimpse into the versatility of visual effects that are available in authoring for Internet Explorer 4.0.

Event Script Example

Intermediate Web pages (sometimes called "logo pages") provide an opportunity to be creative with transitions.


Timer script example

Computer-based training applications can use timed transitions to demonstrate their subject matter, as the following example shows.


Programming

Transitions can be combined with visual filters and scripting to develop complex site designs. Watch for examples of sophisticated Internet Explorer 4.0-enhanced Web site design on Microsoft Site Builder.

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