8.10.1 Using a hypertext marker to invoke a macro

The simplest way to create a jump to an external file is to insert a FrameMaker Go to URL hypertext marker where you want the link. For example, to run an .avi video clip:

message URL yourname.avi

Indicate the hotspot area with a character format that includes the marker; see §8.9.3 Creating hotspots for jumps and pop-ups in WinHelp. Mif2Go converts the marker text to produce the required WinHelp macro invocation:

!EF('yourname.avi')

Clicking the hotspot should display the .avi file.

See also:

§8.9.8 Specifying jumps to external files

§34.1.2 Using markers to add links and instructions

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