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                 www.layoutland.com

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Thanks for downloading this layout from layoutland.com
Enclosed in this text file is some layout help as well
as a few usage rules concerning these free layouts.

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           Basic Rules, Copyright, Etc.

 My link (text or graphic) is never to be removed.
 You may modify the code slightly, alter the images
  slightly, but never move, remove, or cover my link.
 If you simply use the code of my layout and replace
  my graphics with your own, I must still be linked.
 These layouts and the graphics that are contained in
  these layouts may never be redistributed in any other
  collection of layouts, graphics, etc.
 The copyright to these layouts and graphics remain with
  me.  You are permitted to use these free layouts on your
  site as long as you comply with the rules stated above.
  Any other usage without prior contact and approval will
  be deemed in violation of U.S. and international copyright
  laws.

By using my layout on your site, you agree to abide by these rules.

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              Setting up the Layout

One you've unzipped the layout, you can begin to edit and create your site.  It is useful to have a graphics program, although if you are not creating any other graphics, it is not necessary.  An html program is also highly recommended, as it will be much easier to edit the html.  

If you're using an html editor (liked Dreamweaver):  Open the html file in your html editor. Proceed to edit the layout as necessary.  Once everything is saved, you can then upload the files to your site.  Refer to your host's help files for instructions on uploading files.

If you're editing the code with Notepad:  Paste the html of the site into notepad (While in your web browser, right click and hit "View Source" to get the code.)  Edit the parts of the code that need to be changed and save the page.  Upload it to your site.

If you're new to making webpages, try searching the web for sites that may address your specific problem.  Please do not e-mail me asking how to set up a webpage.  I do not have the time to write out a thorough and understandable explanation.

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            Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some commonly asked questions.

Images are not showing up / they are x's

Make sure that you have: saved all images to your computer ; uploaded it to your website (in the same spot as the html file is saved) ; and be sure that you did not rename the image or change the extension (like .gif to .jpg). If you did rename the image, you will also need to modify that in the html code.

Iframes aren't working / opening in new window

Iframes only work in Internet Explorer. If you're using Netscape, any links that were supposed to be targeted to the iframe will popup in a new window instead. If you're using Internet Explorer and the links still pop up, check to make sure that the links are targeted to the frame: frame so they load inside the iframe. The code would look something like <a href="yourpage.html" target="frame">

Iframes page is not found.

Check the code and look for the part that says <iframe> and a bunch of other text. I named the page that loads inside the iframe note.html. Change note.html to whatever is the name of the page you want to load in the iframe.

How do I place text inside the iframe?

You do not write text inside an iframe. Think if iframes as frames inside of a webpage. They link to other pages. You create another page (for example, call it aboutme.html), write all your text for it, and then on your main page, create a link to that page (aboutme.html), target it to the iframe, and it will load inside the iframe. 

How do I upload the graphics?

You can upload the graphics two ways, depending on what your web site host offers. Many allow you to upload files through ftp. Some sites also allow you to upload files directly from their site. Please refer to your web site host's frequently asked questions or help files about this question if you can't figure out how to upload graphics to your site ; as I am only familiar with how to upload files to my host. I do not know how to upload files on angelfire, geocities, etc. Just look around their help files and I'm sure you will find out how.

Can I modify the layout a little?

You can add text to some of the buttons on the layouts and adjust a few things to fit with your site, but do not confuse this with stealing my layout, modifying it a little, and claiming it as your own. Even with your modifications, the layout and all of its graphics are copyrighted to me. At no time may you remove my link off of the layout's graphics.

Can I remove/move your link?

No. Removing my link is copyright infringement. If you move my link at all, it must still remain somewhere on the MAIN page. I refuse to accept a small little link at the bottom of your credits page. E-mail me if you have more questions about this.

Do your layouts work with expage?

No. Expage does not allow you to upload graphics. They also have a very weird and different html code than every other site out there, so most likely my codes won't work with expage. Also, I've heard that many of my layout codes are too long for expage. If you are using expage and would like to use one of my layouts, I simply suggest you get another host. 

What programs do you use to make everything?

I use Macromedia Fireworks to make the layouts, buttons, backgrounds, and lots of the images you see on my site. They have a great slicing tool and html generator that helps greatly in making many of the layouts. To make my site, I use Dreamweaver, again another great program by Macromedia that's the best around for html. The graphics that I've made are from photos that I've found on the web (copyright-free of course) :) that I've applied cool filters and added cool effects to in Paint Shop Pro and Adobe Photoshop. 

Can you make me a custom layout/graphic/etc?

If I have time, I can create a custom graphic. I can create a layout for you, however it will not be free. Please e-mail me to inquire about pricing.

How many times do I have to link you?

If you're using one of my layouts, the original link that I placed on the layout should suffice. I MUST be linked on your main page if you're using one of the layouts. If you're using graphics, it would be greatly appreciated to link me on the pages that you are using my graphics. However, for graphics, and ONLY for graphics, will I accept a link on your splash page or credits page.

What happens if I don't feel like linking you?

You're violating both U.S. and international copyright laws. Every layout and graphic is copyrighted to me. The only way that I permit usage of these layouts and graphics are if and only if I am linked back on your site. Main page for layouts ; credit page for graphics. I spend hours and hours creating everything you've seen on this site for free, so please give me the credit I deserve.

