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January 11, 2017
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Interactive pdfs - Can I create an image slider on a single page?

  • January 11, 2017
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I am creating an interactive pdf. On one page I would like a reader to be able to use a slider (or a good alternative) to view and move between 4 images of a single building. The building looks new and the gradually becomes older and more overgrown.  I simply have 4 photoshopped images which show the building looking more and more overgrown. So I would like the reader to be able to move the slider backwards and forwards and watch the building change in age. Is this interactivity possible using Indesign? Thanks for any help.  

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Correct answer Frans v.d. Geest

Short answer: no. Not in PDF.

Yes in SWF (argh!) and FXL ePub as well as AEM/article/folio old style.

So: no.

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N48176865
N48176865Author
New Participant
January 12, 2017

Thank you everyone for your thoughts and recommendations.  I appreciate all the ways you interpreted the question and provided solutions.  Really helpful! I've got what I need to progress.  Thanks again!!! 

Eternal Warrior
Eternal Warrior
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January 12, 2017

By the way all - I'm not trying to be the voice of reason here but why don't we just ask the OP which method they want to go down so they get the correct answer they are looking for > this forum get's closed off > and we all go and answer or ask other questions?

Otherwise you might as well all be scientists discussing String Theory and all the pros and cons....

N48176865
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January 11, 2017

Thank you for all the help and advice everyone. Much appreciated.

John Mensinger
John Mensinger
Community Expert
January 11, 2017

A longer answer: Yes; in PDF.

But, InDesign doesn't necessarily offer the best route for getting all of it in there. And, a "slider," per se, isn't exactly the best bet either.

With some Acrobat button fields and a little Javascript, it's not difficult to build an image gallery of sorts. Here's a simple example.

not-a-slider.pdf

I left it editable so you can explore the field properties and adapt the principles to your needs, if desired.

    Frans v.d. Geest
    Frans v.d. Geest
    Community Expert
    January 12, 2017

    And, as you can see for yourself that PDF does nothing when viewed in a web browser...

    John Mensinger
    John Mensinger
    Community Expert
    January 12, 2017

    Frans van der Geest (ACP) wrote:

    ...that PDF does nothing when viewed in a web browser...

    A web browser?

    Having verified that it does indeed work in the IE, Chrome, and Firefox Reader plugins (Windows), I can only imagine your conclusion is not the product of comprehensive trails. It even works in the awful Safari for Windows; (once through before it gets confused).

    Maybe you could clarify.

      Frans v.d. Geest
      Frans v.d. GeestCorrect answer
      Community Expert
      January 11, 2017

      Short answer: no. Not in PDF.

      Yes in SWF (argh!) and FXL ePub as well as AEM/article/folio old style.

      So: no.

      Eternal Warrior
      Eternal Warrior
      Inspiring
      January 11, 2017

      Did a little googling and this looks like what you want to achieve:

      Creating Slideshows > Working with Animations in Adobe InDesign CC

      How To Create a Slideshow in InDesign CC for your Interactive ePUB - YouTube

      Create an Interactive Slideshow in InDesign CS5 with Multi-State Objects - YouTube

      Think I just nailed this answer!

      BobLevine
      BobLevine
      Community Expert
      January 11, 2017

      You nailed nothing!

      None of those links are for PDF and what the OP wants is not a suitable use for interactive PDF which is why I wrote this: It's okay to say no to interactive PDF

        Eternal Warrior
        Eternal Warrior
        Inspiring
        January 12, 2017

        BobLevine wrote:

        You nailed nothing!

        None of those links are for PDF and what the OP wants is not a suitable use for interactive PDF which is why I wrote this: It's okay to say no to interactive PDF

        Well damn...

        That's a little harsh... and i'm quite a flexible and open minded person! 

        Perhaps I could have clarified a little that maybe a standard interactive PDF was not best - and that's an oversight I'm learning in participating in these Adobe chats > However you probably could at least make an effort not to slam me down that much.

        Also he asked if it was "possible"... not what was best.

        For example> It's "possible" to continue testing gold you purchase from customers with the classic acid test.

        Is this the most reliable test in the world > No. Especially not if you're unfortunately colour blind.

        Are there a heck of a lot of better methods to know if your grandma's jewellery is the real thing > of course.

        Can I recommend some to you > Why yes... yes I can.

        BTW - I'm being sarcastic to make a point about an issue - of what I felt to be a harsh response - not to be a complete idiot... and I hope I can still be of assistance to you or request your help in the future Bob.

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