Dreamweaver LIve View and Code View not working on several web pages

[normantang17]

Hello,

I'm having some problems with Dreamweaver. Several web pages do not display properly on live and code views.

Could you help me, please?

[BenPleysier]

The answer lies in the code. Please copy and paste the code of the offending page here. Or better, give us a link to the site.

[normantang17]

Here's the link to the page:  www.normantang.net/photos.html

[Moderator note: To make this easier to read, I have removed the lengthy code block and left the link to the page. This is more tan sufficient. Thank you for supplying the info.]

[Nancy OShea]

When I disable images, there's nothing to see.  Your page is almost entirely image-based.  This doesn't bode well for assistive technologies, language translators & search engines that can't see images. You might want to do something about that.

[Jon Fritz]

Design/Live View going blank tends to be code errors, however when both Code View and the Design/Live Views show as blank screens, there's usually something corrupt in the program itself.

Have you tried Restoring Preferences yet?

[normantang17]

Thanks for your help

[BenPleysier]

Understanding the Issue:
The link to the site indicates that it was built in 2018 using Adobe Muse, a tool that was primarily focused on visual web design rather than direct coding. Unfortunately, Adobe discontinued Muse several years ago, meaning it no longer receives updates or support. One of the core challenges with Muse is that it was never a true HTML editor—it functioned more as a design-centric tool that generated HTML, CSS, and JavaScript automatically. Because of this, the code it produced often contained structural inefficiencies and errors, making it difficult to work with or maintain over time.

Why This Is a Problem:
Since Muse-generated websites rely on compiled code, fixing issues within that code can be extremely difficult. Without a native way to refine the underlying HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, developers are often forced to work around messy or poorly structured code. This can lead to compatibility problems with modern browsers, slow performance, or even broken website functionality.

How to Fix It:
Unfortunately, there isn’t an easy fix—there’s no straightforward way to clean up Muse-generated code effectively. The best approach is to rebuild the site from scratch using standard web development languages:

• HTML for structure

• CSS for styling

• JavaScript for interactivity

If the goal is to create a more maintainable, future-proof website, it’s worth considering alternatives such as WordPress, Webflow, or a custom-built solution using modern a IDE like VSCode or Wappler. These options allow for greater flexibility, performance improvements, and easier long-term management.

Next Steps:
If rebuilding seems daunting, consider reaching out to a developer or exploring beginner-friendly coding resources to get started. There are many free and paid courses available that teach how to build a website with clean, efficient code.