How to change skin for directory

Discussion in 'Directories' started by sjlnetwork, Jan 27, 2007.

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  1. #1
    I'm first time here and have some questions

    First of all, I'm looking to build a directory with my limited knowlege on programing. I can basically install a script, but can't do anything after that. Probably adding adsense on website is all i can do. What would be the simple and easiest way to redesign the site?

    I'm thinking of using http://phplinkdirectory.com/

    what do you guys think?

    any recommendation on script/skin would be helpful
     
    sjlnetwork, Jan 27, 2007 IP
  2. britishguy

    britishguy Prominent Member

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    Solid reliable well supported script is phpld used by many here on DP :)
     
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    dynn Notable Member

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    wwws Notable Member

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    Yea, there are a ton of people outside of the company that provide supports and ad-ons for the scripts more than any other directory scripts i know of.

    Changing the scripts is easy, it's easier on the phpld paid version as it has it's own template section where you need not have to overwrite your current templates, if needed to go back to that skin you can reactivate it from the admin area.

    The free version where you simply drag and drop the new templates using your favorite FTP and simply over write the existing template files. Follow what it says on the Read Me files that came with the template and also do a back up just incase you downloaded the wrong version of the template in which some comes with different versions and may not work right with the version you have.

    So back up first, then change.
     
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    sabian1982 Notable Member

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    Id definately recommend the phpLD script - get yourself started with the free version and give it a go. There are loads and loads of free templates avaliable but if you've got some dollars you can always get someone to create something a little more... unique.
     
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    aspidov Well-Known Member

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    You can get some quality skins on a budget here www.allphpld.com or just use the free ones
     
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    hhheng Banned

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    If you choose phpld directory, everything will be easy. Easy and quick set up, easy to change the skins, easy to load the category structures.
     
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    Freewebspace Notable Member

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    These are the sites that give away free templates

    www.phpldtemplates.info
    www.phpld.com

    Also search for free PHPLD templates in Google or another major search Engine you may find more
     
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    vegabond Shabu Anower

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  10. sjlnetwork

    sjlnetwork Peon

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    thank you guys !
     
    sjlnetwork, Feb 1, 2007 IP