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Ok folks, I am just curious, what would be the slickest program to use for creating these nice image maps that so many sights have today?

I mean, no days you have to be more than just a programming/analyst, but a bloody artist too...least with the web side anyway.

Anyone?

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This thread began with asking how to make image maps look slick; early replies pointed to visual editors and hotspot tools (see and ). Updated guidance: client-side image maps using the HTML <map>/<area> model still work well for simple, static hotspots, but for crisp, scalable, and styleable regions prefer inline SVG with linked shapes — SVG scales naturally and integrates with the DOM for styling and focus. (developer.mozilla.org)

Practical workflow that reduces rework: design regions as vector shapes where possible, export or build an inline SVG so each shape can be an accessible link, and include clear text equivalents (alt for <area>, title/aria-label for SVG links). Avoid server-side image maps (they are not keyboard/screen-reader friendly); always provide an HTML list or other fallback for the same links and test keyboard navigation and a screen reader. These accessibility constraints remain a core requirement. (webaim.org)

Responsive and performance notes: bitmap image maps do not auto-scale with layout, so either convert to SVG or use a tiny client-side helper to recalculate coords on resize (several small libraries exist to do this). For mobile, prefer larger touch targets, fewer decorative graphics, and native form controls when interaction resembles a UI control — the tradeoffs mentioned by and (speed vs. polish) are still relevant. Test across viewport sizes and assistive tech before shipping. (davidjbradshaw.github.io)

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Member Avatar for evilmonkey29

I would have to say adobe photoshop is the best program I've found for any type of 2d editing.

Member Avatar for theQube

make the image in photoshop or fireworks or whatever, then use frontpage's built in hotspot/imagemap tool (its on teh "Pictures" toolbar at the end)

Member Avatar for Paladine

Thanks, I often overlook the simple programs like Front Page...always turn to the big guns like Visual Studio, and Go Live.

Thanks......again

Member Avatar for theQube

Me too. Actually, I didn't know that until a few weeks ago when some novice told me about it :-P

Ian

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you can try my free online tool to creat image maps!

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Member Avatar for peter_budo

This post is FIVE years old ! ! !

PS: The hidden advertisement of yours is not welcomed.

Member Avatar for Elmo_loves_you

Hey Guys

Sorry for digging up this thread .. but is it possible to design a Form in Photoshop and then make the various buttons do something within Visual Studio as a mobile application .. not a website???

If so ... how ??

Member Avatar for peter_budo

Yes you can use buttons, radio boxes and check buttons, however you will be hard pressed for text box and text field functionality and no chance for drop downs as far I can search my knowledge. On other hand to much custom graphic will slow down your application

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