Uploading a swf file in wp

Discussion in 'WordPress' started by questuk, May 12, 2013.

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    Hey Everybody, Just need a little advice. I have created a login system form via Flash, php, MySQL. I would like to enquire what the best option is to uploading a swf a file in WordPress? Is using a FTP like Filezilla or, is a better alternative for me to embed using a plugin like TinyMCE? Great to hear your thoughts guys!
     
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  2. Devtard

    Devtard Notable Member

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    Do you mean the media manager? I don't recommend storing "system files" (anything that is not blog content, e.g. posts and images) in the foder wp-content/uploads (which is used by the media manager for uploading files).

    There is no harm in putting it to that location, I guess, but it just doesn't make sense.
     
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    questuk Greenhorn

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    Thanks for your reply Devtard I appreciate your comments. Yes, I was referring to the media manager. If you don't recommend me storing system files and it doesn't make sense putting the files in the wp-content/uploads what do you suggest I do?
     
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    I would put all the files that interact with that .swf thingy to a single folder and create a plugin. That way you can activate/deactivate it and edit its files from WP admin interface (and do all other cool stuff via WP API).
     
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    Okay thanks for your advice Devtard. That's all I needed to know.
     
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    I would just upload it to the main section of your hosting server
     
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