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Microstock Photography Forum - General => Symbiostock => Symbiostock - Development Area => Topic started by: Leo Blanchette on August 26, 2013, 23:53
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Get it here:
http://www.symbiostock.com/products-page/upgrades-and-plugins/premium-upgrade/ (http://www.symbiostock.com/products-page/upgrades-and-plugins/premium-upgrade/)
Included with this download is the latest Symbiostock version. Be sure to download and reinstall it (v2.6.0).
I'll be using this thread to give some dedicated support and remove whatever initial bugs we may find.
*important if you must update any child theme template files to reflect the current changes, or you will see errors.
FEATURE REQUESTS AND REFINEMENTS
I will do my best to get to these as they are appropriate or achievable. As Cidepix says, premium is different for everyone. Thanks for purchasing. Free upgrades! Lets keep building.
Requested by Cascoly
- Collections need to be more self-explanatory and simple.
- Search Tracking should be implemented. (Base theme?)
Requested by DonLand
- Images that are assigned categories but are not published are not shown when searching by a category.
- Everything should be able to be added/removed in the bulk editor, such as Exclusive and Categories.
- Need the ability to search for Drafts in the bulk editor.
- Need the ability to search by Day in the bulk editor.
- In the bulk editor the search parameters should be selectable there, i.e. search keywords, search title, search description.
- When searching for keywords the search should auto fill from the list of all the keywords.
- The search return number should default to last used value, not 48.
- Need to be able to drag to select images in the grid. Much too labor intensive to click on every image chosen from search selection.
- The drop down category search menu should not show categories that are empty.
Requested by Cidepix- The Cart Manager needs to be officially implemented and completed. (It was started for premium, now it should be installed as part of package).
- sale stats by day, week, month, year?
- download expiration
- Display file id's to customers option
Requested by tdahl-stock
- Ability to assign one value to selected images instead of all-values.
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Oh well, it was fun while it lasted... that update is a months rent for me so I guess I am stuck with what I have..... :'(
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Oh well, it was fun while it lasted... that update is a months rent for me so I guess I am stuck with what I have..... :'(
Don't forget about the referral program ;)
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I am just starting to put a site together. Would I be better off building a site and uploading images using the free package and then installing this upgrade, or would it be easy/easier/less duplication of effort to install this package and then start uploading my images?
The bulk edits and better search sound like big wins and as I haven't started uploading yet, my options are completely open :)
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I am just starting to put a site together. Would I be better off building a site and uploading images using the free package and then installing this upgrade, or would it be easy/easier/less duplication of effort to install this package and then start uploading my images?
The bulk edits and better search sound like big wins and as I haven't started uploading yet, my options are completely open :)
Either way would work just fine. If it was me, I'd be inclined to upgrade to the premium version so everything could be set-up the best way for me the first time. Might save a little work in the long run. You may find you want to setup your site a bit differently once you have access to the additional features of the premium version at your disposal but you won't be causing yourself any real problems either way you decide to go. Welcome aboard!
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Get it here:
[url]http://www.symbiostock.com/products-page/upgrades-and-plugins/premium-upgrade/[/url]
Included with this download is the latest Symbiostock version. Be sure to download and reinstall it (v2.6.0).
I'll be using this thread to give some dedicated support and remove whatever initial bugs we may find.
*important if you must update any child theme template files to reflect the current changes, or you will see errors.
Think I'll wait a few days until we see what the bugs might be.
*important if you must update any child theme template files to reflect the current changes, or you will see errors.
But can you clarify this sentence - grammatically I don't know how to interpret it.
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I'll take this opportunity to explain a little more on this plugin.
"Premium" gives ideas of the diamond under the counter. But its really just a tool.
Just like any tool, it has its use and place. This will help you manage your site, and offer some extra sorts of licenses, and promote via twitter.
Unfortunately out of necessity I have to charge moderately, but I don't want to misrepresent it as being the missing link between people and greater sales. The basic theme gives every advantage for sales as many have found. This here is simply a management tool for more established people.
With that said, I hope people can take their time and enjoy Symbiostock for what it is - open source community. Do not underestimate the value of your site. Sometimes people see value completely in terms of $, but the saying rings true in open source: The best things in life are free.
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OK, 2.6.0 and ss-professional plugin installed!
Nothing broken so far, I just tested the batch editor by adjusting the pricing on 396 images, and all went well. Lots of messages complaining about no licenses set up as I haven't done anything about that yet. Leo, a tutorial needed on license setup, I think - it's not too intuitive looking.
Looking good so far, though - thanks, Leo!
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*important if you must update any child theme template files to reflect the current changes, or you will see errors.
But can you clarify this sentence - grammatically I don't know how to interpret it.
If you've modified your theme via a child theme, and have set up some custom templates, then you will have to update those to be consistent with the 2.6.0 templates. Anyone who's child themed would know if they have to do this or not.
The newer base theme has quite a few special hooks (and fixes) thanks to the team effort. Its available right now. After updating toggle the theme so the installer runs, making a few file updates as well.
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OK, 2.6.0 and ss-professional plugin installed!
Nothing broken so far, I just tested the batch editor by adjusting the pricing on 396 images, and all went well. Lots of messages complaining about no licenses set up as I haven't done anything about that yet. Leo, a tutorial needed on license setup, I think - it's not too intuitive looking.
Looking good so far, though - thanks, Leo!
I'll make some videos tomorrow. Its good to hear first impressions. Actually the batch editor is extremely minimal to keep things easy on the eyes/mind. You'll get the hang of it quickly though.
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I'll be going to bed soon.
For anyone who's purchased: Be sure to post any problems you have. I'll address each one tomorrow with a fresh mind/energy.
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
75$ till september 15th. However in this thread Leo does offer it for free according to a referall program.
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/symbiostock-premium-previews/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/symbiostock-premium-previews/)
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I jumped in!
The batch edit looks fantastic. Obviously have not had enough time to really put it through it's paces but on first impression, very impressive. The thumbnails open very quickly and scroll smooth as butter, which is something that a lot of web sites would have difficulty doing. Looks great, THANKS!!!
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Looks fantastic! Great to see that you will finally be getting a bit of payback for the months of hard work too. Can't wait to check out the new features and get some collections together.
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Is it a per user license like the image-sitemap plugin? As I'm planning to publish more than one Symbiosite.
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
This is literally set up at that price so the original supporters and testers of Symbiostock can get it at a good price. After that its $125. As I had told one person that contacted me regarding the $125 price - its hard to put a price on 6 months of virtual bloodletting and fatigue.
Regarding the illusion of savings - even if I wanted to this MSG crowd is extremely sensitive (rightly so) to exploitation so such a cliché trick would not be very well aimed at this audience :)
For a while I had hoped to offer it for free. But the reality is while thats perfectly possible to do (and monetize) in the world of open source, such a thing requires a framework of community, scale, and involvement that Symbiostock just hasn't reached yet. So really its just a series of good decisions made at the right time, and a clear goal. In the meantime, I present the premium plugin as little more than a useful tool for established people with big portfolios.
This is a very good movie: http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/Revolution_OS/60025132?locale=en-US (http://movies.netflix.com/WiMovie/Revolution_OS/60025132?locale=en-US)
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Is it a per user license like the image-sitemap plugin? As I'm planning to publish more than one Symbiosite.
Just think of it as per-person. Use it on ten of your sites if you want. :)
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
Completely agree, really on the fence about this now. I need that new search option, but I dont want to be pushed into spending cash to get a discount that is not a discount. Its even not allowed to advertise like that. It was never offered at 125 dollar, unless I am missing something.
Really upset about this. I wont spent 125 dollar on the plugin, but I dont want to stick with the effed up search and completely effed up keyword data base of mine. I am in a hole now.
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Well, I'm now in with the premium upgrade. I said I would, and I did!
Tomorrow will be play-around-with-it time. I have a hunch I'm gonna like it.
Thanks, Leo.
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Thanks for everyone who has purchased :D
Please report any bugs or issues you find.
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Its even not allowed to advertise like that. It was never offered at 125 dollar, unless I am missing something.
Probably differerent laws on other side of the pond, think of it as introductory offer instead of discount
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Is it a per user license like the image-sitemap plugin? As I'm planning to publish more than one Symbiosite.
Just think of it as per-person. Use it on ten of your sites if you want. :)
Great bought!
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
Completely agree, really on the fence about this now. I need that new search option, but I dont want to be pushed into spending cash to get a discount that is not a discount. Its even not allowed to advertise like that. It was never offered at 125 dollar, unless I am missing something.
Really upset about this. I wont spent 125 dollar on the plugin, but I dont want to stick with the effed up search and completely effed up keyword data base of mine. I am in a hole now.
To anyone who feels like this, I'd advise: Do not buy it.
In the meantime, this subject demands its own dedicated blog post I will link to soon.
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Its even not allowed to advertise like that. It was never offered at 125 dollar, unless I am missing something.
Probably differerent laws on other side of the pond, think of it as introductory offer instead of discount
Thats fine, but call it what it is. Dont call it the old price. I dont mind paying the 75 dollar either, I was going to get the plugin regardless, just now I am forced to buy it in the next two weeks.
Never mind, I am Dutch, we do things differently.
And I still need Leos support to fix my keywords, so I will bow out and keep calm :)
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
Completely agree, really on the fence about this now. I need that new search option, but I dont want to be pushed into spending cash to get a discount that is not a discount. Its even not allowed to advertise like that. It was never offered at 125 dollar, unless I am missing something.
Really upset about this. I wont spent 125 dollar on the plugin, but I dont want to stick with the effed up search and completely effed up keyword data base of mine. I am in a hole now.
To anyone who feels like this, I'd advise: Do not buy it.
In the meantime, this subject demands its own dedicated blog post I will link to soon.
Thats some great customer service. Dont buy it. :) Problem is I need it.
Come on Leo, it can come as a surprise, as you said, on the MSG forum.
Its ok though, I will get the premium version, I will get it on Friday. Thanks for all the hard work. You deserve to make a profit, its only reasonable.
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LOL I've never been accused of good customer service.
Your just one of 20 people who probably feel the same way. I'm writing a post on it right now. PS - the "Old" price is automated terminology on the wp-ecommerce plugin I'm using. I didn't write "old" it just posts that way when you set up a sale. No conspiracy.
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LOL I've never been accused of good customer service.
Your just one of 20 people who probably feel the same way. I'm writing a post on it right now. PS - the "Old" price is automated terminology on the wp-ecommerce plugin I'm using. I didn't write "old" it just posts that way when you set up a sale. No conspiracy.
That made me chuckle :)
Cheers, look forward to reading your new thread.
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Well, I'm now in with the premium upgrade. I said I would, and I did!
Tomorrow will be play-around-with-it time. I have a hunch I'm gonna like it.
Thanks, Leo.
Just got it too. No problems installing on Amanda's clean theme ;D The batch editor looks amazing. Very fast loading all pictures, I am impressed!
Thanks Leo.
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I will get it as soon as I am on a PC.. right now I am watching the progress through my android phone..
I have some feature requests if possible leo..
I will probably buy it regardless, but imo a premium version must include a proper sales stats page which shows us daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and all time stats..
Also premium version must allow us customer service similar to "cart manager" plugin you offered for free earlier.. and we should have the ability to set download expiration dates or limits..
Are any of these features already included or do you plan on including them any time in the future..
"premium" is different for everyone.. for example features like collections do not mean much to me as I don't plan to sell collections but features I mentioned above would be "everything" :)
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I will get it as soon as I am on a PC.. right now I am watching the progress through my android phone..
I have some feature requests if possible leo..
I will probably buy it regardless, but imo a premium version must include a proper stats page which shows us daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and all time stats..
Also premium version must allow us customer service similar to "cart manager" plugin you offered for free earlier.. and we should have the ability to set download expiration dates or limits..
Are any of these features already included or do you plan on including them any time in the future..
"premium" is different for everyone.. for example features like collections do not mean much to me as I don't plan to sell collections but features I mentioned above would be "everything" :)
Pretty soon I'm going to have the plugin auto-install a few other plugins, like the one you mention. The premium version is going to be my main focus, so features will be trickling in over time, the same as you've experienced with the free version. Upgrades are free :D
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http://www.symbiostock.com/the-value-of-symbiostock/
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[url]http://www.symbiostock.com/the-value-of-symbiostock/[/url]
There is a wrong date in the first line. Will read the rest now. Just wanted to give you the heads up
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[url]http://www.symbiostock.com/the-value-of-symbiostock/[/url]
There is a wrong date in the first line. Will read the rest now. Just wanted to give you the heads up
Still the wrong year, 2006
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What i would really like to see, rather than you, leo, justifying your hard work, is a complete list of ALL the functions included in this upgrade. A serious detailed explanation ( no jokes included) would really help me decide whether i need to invest more money into this.
I am not bothered by the fact that you are asking $125 for this. I AM bothered that up until just a couple of days ago you were waffling between free and $75 and now that it is here, you have raised the price! Oh well, it is what it is. I just need to know exactly what i am getting for my money.
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I'm very happy that Premium is available now ... and I'm glad you don't give it away for free, Leo. This evening or tomorrow I will have time to install it and it will be a pleasure for me to spend 75 $ for your hard work.
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LOL I've never been accused of good customer service.
Your just one of 20 people who probably feel the same way. I'm writing a post on it right now. PS - the "Old" price is automated terminology on the wp-ecommerce plugin I'm using. I didn't write "old" it just posts that way when you set up a sale. No conspiracy.
What you should of done was tell us that you were going to charge $125 in the forum, then the $75 would of seemed like a good price. I'll still buy it, as I want to pay you something for your work. Just waiting for some sites to send me some money before I buy the premium version.
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The improved search feature is cool. Now I can even search after the date or place I have put in editorial image description!
About the licenses I have one question though, do I have to write the different licenses by myself, since it is asking for url that contains legal info?
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I updated SY to 2.6.0 and did a test purchase and a test registration..
- I had to refresh the page after returning from paypal.. I thought this had been fixed on 2.5.6 as I did many test purchases on 2.5.6 and interestingly never had to refresh the page.. weird that it returned..
- when registering, confirmation email went to junkmail folder.. when I tested registration during 2.5.6 emails always went to inbox..
probably, these issues have nothing to do with 2.6.0 but I just thought I should report..
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Awesome! Just had a quick look around but all of the pro features look wonderful and will come in very handy, I've been waiting for this! The $75 is well worth it to me, and I think certainly more than fair for the amount of time that was spent on development of this plugin.
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Thanks for the Plugin Leo. I just purchased it....now trying to figure out the license management...exactly what I needed before starting to upload!
I think some people are simply a bit disappointed because there had been some expectation that it will be free...
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Thanks for the Plugin Leo. I just purchased it....now trying to figure out the license management...exactly what I needed before starting to upload!
I think some people are simply a bit disappointed because there had been some expectation that it will be free...
No one expected it to be free. Dont even go there.
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I'm definitely jumping in on this soon.
Thanks Leo!
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Thanks for the Plugin Leo. I just purchased it....now trying to figure out the license management...exactly what I needed before starting to upload!
I think some people are simply a bit disappointed because there had been some expectation that it will be free...
No one expected it to be free. Dont even go there.
I never expected it to be free, i expected it to be $75 with no time limit, because that is what Leo has been saying for months. And no one is saying it isnt worth it. All I am asking is that what is included is explained and documented. In the past, that information has been lacking. I know Leo put a lot of time and sweat into this...i dont need convincing of that. I DO need to make a business decision based on information.
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*important if you must update any child theme template files to reflect the current changes, or you will see errors.
But can you clarify this sentence - grammatically I don't know how to interpret it.
If you've modified your theme via a child theme, and have set up some custom templates, then you will have to update those to be consistent with the 2.6.0 templates. Anyone who's child themed would know if they have to do this or not.
The newer base theme has quite a few special hooks (and fixes) thanks to the team effort. Its available right now. After updating toggle the theme so the installer runs, making a few file updates as well.
I'm still not understanding what you mean. Are you talking about page templates?
I do have a child theme running and I did make changes to the layout of the page. What do I need to update/do?
I'm ready to run the update und to purchase the upgrade but I'm scared to mess up my site.
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I'm ready to run the update und to purchase the upgrade but I'm scared to mess up my site.
Set up a subdomain with wordpress and symbiostock and child theme and a few images for testing and experimenting (don't link it to the network) and play with it there. It will be useful when you come to do the licences etc
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I'm still not understanding what you mean. Are you talking about page templates?
I do have a child theme running and I did make changes to the layout of the page. What do I need to update/do?
I'm ready to run the update und to purchase the upgrade but I'm scared to mess up my site.
I dont understand either. Is there a child theme update too then? I am running clean theme 2. Does that need to be updated?
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Set up a subdomain with wordpress and symbiostock and child theme and a few images for testing and experimenting (don't link it to the network) and play with it there. It will be useful when you come to do the licences etc
I didn't do that. Just uploaded the premium version last night and this morning it seems to work as well as it did before... with just a few more bells and whistles.
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I'm still not understanding what you mean. Are you talking about page templates?
I do have a child theme running and I did make changes to the layout of the page. What do I need to update/do?
I'm ready to run the update und to purchase the upgrade but I'm scared to mess up my site.
I dont understand either. Is there a child theme update too then? I am running clean theme 2. Does that need to be updated?
Cathy, I'm running Clean Theme also and didn't do any tinkering with that. It seems to look and function just as it did before. However, I never did make many (any?) changes to Amanda's theme, so my experience may not be the same as yours.
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I'm still not understanding what you mean. Are you talking about page templates?
I do have a child theme running and I did make changes to the layout of the page. What do I need to update/do?
I'm ready to run the update und to purchase the upgrade but I'm scared to mess up my site.
I dont understand either. Is there a child theme update too then? I am running clean theme 2. Does that need to be updated?
Cathy, I'm running Clean Theme also and didn't do any tinkering with that. It seems to look and function just as it did before. However, I never did make many (any?) changes to Amanda's theme, so my experience may not be the same as yours.
Thanks Martha. I only made css changes, so hopefully the SY upgrade wont interfere. Maybe i will wait a day or two and see if anyone who has made css changes has issues.
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I have just purchased, thought I have done Things the right way, but have now the message
"Internal Server Error
The server encountered an internal error or misconfiguration and was unable to complete your request.
Please contact the server administrator, [email protected] and inform them of the time the error occurred, and anything you might have done that may have caused the error.
More information about this error may be available in the server error log.
Additionally, a 500 Internal Server Error error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request."
I have uploaded the plugin ss-professional
there was another zip file symbiostock that I couldnt upload on my site
Have upgraded to the version(v2.6.0).
I'm missing a step to step for dummies instructions I think
Jean
of course I was stupid enough to do the same on both of my sites
www.energy-photos.com (http://www.energy-photos.com) has the same issue now
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Quick note to Leo: I had to bounce back to the previous version. After playing a little with the option to put different licenses/prices the site got messed up. Files did not appear in download are (but paypal IPN going through fine), after putting a file in the cart the prices showed "array" after the currency symbol and sometimes prices did not show up correctly (4€ instead of 1€).
I think I`ll sit the first few weeks out and then have a look again...
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Jean, did you upload the plug in or Symbiostock 2.6 first ?
I would try de-activating the plug in then trying 2.6 again
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Spectral Design - I am experimenting with this plug in on my testing site where I have some prices over £1,000.00 - when I add difference licences with additional prices I get say - £00.01 instead of £1000.00 and assumed it was because of the high figures in Medium and Large sizes w
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Christine I did start with 2.6 as described
the problem is now that I cannot access my sites anymore, so I cant even deactivate.....
Jean
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Spectral Design - I am experimenting with this plug in on my testing site where I have some prices over £1,000.00 - when I add difference licences with additional prices I get say - £00.01 instead of £1000.00 and assumed it was because of the high figures in Medium and Large sizes w
Not sure about the high numbers....but the fact that it says "(array)" after some of my prices hints to some minor issues in the script...like some expression missing...so probably Leo has to check this again...
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@jeancliclac use FTP - change another themes [folder name] to symbiostock (temporarily) - then upload the previous version of SYS,
OR
rename the plugin folder you've uploaded/installed (remove or rename) same way as theme above
It should allow you to enter the WP
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I wonder if the "array" is because there is no licence specified?
(http://kerioak.com/TP/pay1.jpg)
(http://kerioak.com/TP/pay2.jpg)
No, these are not my real prices - only on test site but I can live in hope that someone will make a mistake
Yes, I do know extended is spelt incorrectly :D
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@jeancliclac use FTP - change another themes [folder name] to symbiostock (temporarily) - then upload the previous version of SYS,
OR
rename the plugin folder you've uploaded/installed (remove or rename) same way as theme above
It should allow you to enter the WP
Thank you, I'll have to go out for 2 hours; I'll try that when back. Seems to be a new challenge to me....
jean
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Ill be on soon. Anyone with problems make me admin Acct and ill do updates today
It looks like there are only a few.
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Can I use the license on more than one site? I will be making at least 2 sites, one stock, one niche and maybe an event sub-domain for my business site. All of these sites are for myself - not building for third parties. I fully support paying for a theme - and comparing this to KTools or others SY is a steal. I will have a difficult time paying 3 times though :)
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Can I use the license on more than one site? I will be making at least 2 sites, one stock, one niche and maybe an event sub-domain for my business site. All of these sites are for myself - not building for third parties. I fully support paying for a theme - and comparing this to KTools or others SY is a steal. I will have a difficult time paying 3 times though :)
it was mentioned somewhere above that the license is "per person" so you can use it on as many sites as you like as long as the sites are yours :)
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how do we create an account on symbiostock.com?
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What i would really like to see, rather than you, leo, justifying your hard work, is a complete list of ALL the functions included in this upgrade. A serious detailed explanation ( no jokes included) would really help me decide whether i need to invest more money into this.
I am not bothered by the fact that you are asking $125 for this. I AM bothered that up until just a couple of days ago you were waffling between free and $75 and now that it is here, you have raised the price! Oh well, it is what it is. I just need to know exactly what i am getting for my money.
Regarding "a complete list of ALL the functions included in this upgrade"
What you may benefit most from (if I'm not mistaken) is a codex. Example: http://codex.wordpress.org/Function_Reference/add_post_meta (http://codex.wordpress.org/Function_Reference/add_post_meta)
I'm going to be going through ALL the code of ALL the pugins and creating codex for each one. One you comment/layout the code properly, there is some software that does this job for you.
Here's one function comment in the premium version for instance:
/**
* Generates pop-up license info for a given license.
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* @param array $license
* The license in question
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* @param array $product_info
* The product info array
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* @return string the HTML of pop-up box containing license info as it pertains to product
*/
In the end a nice comprehensive list of online files is generated like the one you see on wordpress.
After some bug hunting (and its a good sign that as complex this system is, there's only 3 or 4 small issues) I'm going to get the codex project done before moving onto the next Symbiostock goals.
Now to address the $125 issue...
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I'll put off the $125 price for a much longer time, and remove any mention of it for now on the product page. After things have developed more, more functions added, etc, eventually it will go to that price. But for now I do understand. I also appreciate how people are at least a little open minded regarding the justification of the $125 price. Keeping in mind that some photos/illustrations sell for half that price, and take 1/99th the time to produce. Being an illustrator, I have knowledge of both areas and can tell you the price judged in terms of complexity and time is extremely low even at $125.
Internet culture has done to programmers what is presently being done to stock photographers, it just happens that our image business amazingly is the last to take the technology hit. Programmers (as you can see with apps) are badly effected. One day people will be saying "What!? Your charging more than $1 for that image?". In the meantime, I'm rather hoping our combined efforts and some wise decisions brings Symbiostock out of the areas that are sustaining the most economic damage, and maybe a few agencies as well will do the same.
With that said...lets get into the few code issues...
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For those who have the crashes - its most likely due to a small one-liner or two of code not playing well with your server. I'll be back after an errand. Please send me admin credentials so I can take care of you quickly.
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What i would really like to see, rather than you, leo, justifying your hard work, is a complete list of ALL the functions included in this upgrade. A serious detailed explanation ( no jokes included) would really help me decide whether i need to invest more money into this.
I am not bothered by the fact that you are asking $125 for this. I AM bothered that up until just a couple of days ago you were waffling between free and $75 and now that it is here, you have raised the price! Oh well, it is what it is. I just need to know exactly what i am getting for my money.
Regarding "a complete list of ALL the functions included in this upgrade"
What you may benefit most from (if I'm not mistaken) is a codex. Example: [url]http://codex.wordpress.org/Function_Reference/add_post_meta[/url] ([url]http://codex.wordpress.org/Function_Reference/add_post_meta[/url])
I'm going to be going through ALL the code of ALL the pugins and creating codex for each one. One you comment/layout the code properly, there is some software that does this job for you.
Here's one function comment in the premium version for instance:
/**
* Generates pop-up license info for a given license.
*
* @param array $license
* The license in question
*
* @param array $product_info
* The product info array
*
* @return string the HTML of pop-up box containing license info as it pertains to product
*/
In the end a nice comprehensive list of online files is generated like the one you see on wordpress.
After some bug hunting (and its a good sign that as complex this system is, there's only 3 or 4 small issues) I'm going to get the codex project done before moving onto the next Symbiostock goals.
Now to address the $125 issue...
No, not sure a codex is what i mean. More like a changelog. I want to know what features have been added that would make me want to spend $75 or more for an upgrade. For instance, i think you have enhanced the search. How have you enhanced the search? What can i expect that search to do now that it didnt do in 2.5.6? And so on, for any and all features you have added.
Also, is this an upgrade to the theme, or is this a plugin? I have seen it called both.
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I see the confusion.
This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
Regarding a feature list, and even a string of help files - those are something I will be doing. But at this point I had to get things out there and running, then when its settled produce the help files (much like I did with the base theme before).
Regarding search, just to elaborate -
It searches keywords, compound words, and even word parts if you wish. Its everything people had asked for. In your "settings" area you can tweak things. You can even set your site to search content and title as well.
Edit - and the important features are mentioned on the product page.
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I purchased the upgrade this morning having set up a few things (menus and moving my existing blog around to fit into Symbiostock) using the free 2.6.0 version.
However I can't install it - this is the error I get
Unpacking the package…
Installing the theme…
The package could not be installed. The theme is missing the <code>style.css</code> stylesheet.
Theme install failed.
I thought perhaps I had to re-install the basic symbiostock theme (using the one that came with the upgrade) but that too failed:
Unpacking the package…
Installing the theme…
Destination folder already exists. /home5/digitdt6/public_html/blog/wp-content/themes/symbiostock/
Theme install failed.
I had installed Clean Theme 2 as the child theme last night - could that have caused the above failures?
I haven't removed any CSS files (or edited any) so I don't know why something is thought to be missing.
I have WordPress 3.6.0. This is my site (so far)
http://www.digitalbristles.com/ (http://www.digitalbristles.com/)
I have no idea what's wrong - any clues would be very helpful
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Thats simply saying the destination directory already exists.
To install the new version, you must delete the old one first. That also goes for plugins. Also they do not have to be unzipped - you upload the zip file itself.
Let me know how it works out. I'll be here all day on top of this thread. :D
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I deleted the Symbiostock theme and then tried again to install the zip file for the upgrade (ss-professional.zip). I got the same error about the missing style.css file
Then it dawned on me that perhaps I had to install the symbiostock.zip that came with the upgrade first, then the ss-professional.zip. I was able to install the base zip file but then the ss-professional still failed.
It would really help if you had some detailed directions for what needs to be done after purchase - nothing said to delete the old theme first (perhaps that's standard WordPress stuff, but I know just enough to be dangerous). What needs to be done and in what order to get the upgraded package working. Even a couple of notes on the purchase receipt would be good
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Quick note to Leo: I had to bounce back to the previous version. After playing a little with the option to put different licenses/prices the site got messed up. Files did not appear in download are (but paypal IPN going through fine), after putting a file in the cart the prices showed "array" after the currency symbol and sometimes prices did not show up correctly (4€ instead of 1€).
I think I`ll sit the first few weeks out and then have a look again...
No need. I'm taking care of it today. Theres just a few minor issues, and you guys are pointing them out. The few mentioned in this thread will be fixed today, including yours. I'll see if I can duplicate your problem. If I can't I may need an admin to your site.
Leo
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I deleted the Symbiostock theme and then tried again to install the zip file for the upgrade (ss-professional.zip). I got the same error about the missing style.css file
I'll set you up if you like. Can you make me an admin account?
Go to users->add new
Simply make an account for me with a name and random password for leo[at]symbiostock.com.
Once I set you up I'll let you know what I did.
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I deleted the Symbiostock theme and then tried again to install the zip file for the upgrade (ss-professional.zip). I got the same error about the missing style.css file
It sounds as if you're trying to install ss-professional.zip as a theme, but it's a plugin for the standard 2.6.0 theme
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Spectral Design - I am experimenting with this plug in on my testing site where I have some prices over £1,000.00 - when I add difference licences with additional prices I get say - £00.01 instead of £1000.00 and assumed it was because of the high figures in Medium and Large sizes w
I tried to duplicate your problem.
When you add prices they need to be in the format of 1000.00 for both the license and the image. The decimal .00 format is always needed. If your doing that and its still giving you an issue let me know.
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I deleted the Symbiostock theme and then tried again to install the zip file for the upgrade (ss-professional.zip). I got the same error about the missing style.css file
It sounds as if you're trying to install ss-professional.zip as a theme, but it's a plugin for the standard 2.6.0 theme
Good observation!
BTW when/if you make me an account it has to be an "ADMIN" account, which is a dropdown option.
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I deleted the Symbiostock theme and then tried again to install the zip file for the upgrade (ss-professional.zip). I got the same error about the missing style.css file
It sounds as if you're trying to install ss-professional.zip as a theme, but it's a plugin for the standard 2.6.0 theme
I was - how am I to know when I get two zip files that one is a theme and one a plugin unless the file names or some sort of instruction tells me that?
Thanks for the hint - that worked. I'm pretty good at plugging through obtuse stuff, but the lack of clear directions makes things much tougher than they need to be. Perhaps Leo can include some words on the receipt page or change the file names?
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Obtuse, love that word because of Shawshank Redemption when Andy stuck it to the warden
Obtuse (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dakxwoVV7yM#)
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A note for Leo on the premium upgrade. I changed the watermark on three files I uploaded. The dialog that said what had been processed was always one image behind - it was doing the right processing, but giving me the title and other info about the previous image.
Also, I'd love to have an option for "all" images to get watermarks redone in addition to searching for specific images to reprocess (which means I'm doing it category by category). If at some later point I just want to change the watermark for everything, it'd be nice to do that with one command vs. many.
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A note for Leo on the premium upgrade. I changed the watermark on three files I uploaded. The dialog that said what had been processed was always one image behind - it was doing the right processing, but giving me the title and other info about the previous image.
Also, I'd love to have an option for "all" images to get watermarks redone in addition to searching for specific images to reprocess (which means I'm doing it category by category). If at some later point I just want to change the watermark for everything, it'd be nice to do that with one command vs. many.
So you want a "apply to all" option? Thats no problem and I can probably have it done this week. Depending on your host though it might stop you after 30 seconds or so.
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A note for Leo on the premium upgrade. I changed the watermark on three files I uploaded. The dialog that said what had been processed was always one image behind - it was doing the right processing, but giving me the title and other info about the previous image.
Also, I'd love to have an option for "all" images to get watermarks redone in addition to searching for specific images to reprocess (which means I'm doing it category by category). If at some later point I just want to change the watermark for everything, it'd be nice to do that with one command vs. many.
So you want a "apply to all" option? Thats no problem and I can probably have it done this week. Depending on your host though it might stop you after 30 seconds or so.
From a user point of view I thought that would be useful. I have Bluehost and if they might not allow all at once, it'd be nice if Symbiostock could do all with one command from me but in batches of 30 (or whatever might keep the hosting company happy).
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This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
So are you saying that the base Symbiostock theme can be upgraded for free to 2.60?
If so, where can we find the download?
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Quick note to Leo: I had to bounce back to the previous version. After playing a little with the option to put different licenses/prices the site got messed up. Files did not appear in download are (but paypal IPN going through fine), after putting a file in the cart the prices showed "array" after the currency symbol and sometimes prices did not show up correctly (4€ instead of 1€).
I think I`ll sit the first few weeks out and then have a look again...
No need. I'm taking care of it today. Theres just a few minor issues, and you guys are pointing them out. The few mentioned in this thread will be fixed today, including yours. I'll see if I can duplicate your problem. If I can't I may need an admin to your site.
Leo
I had the same issue with purchase going through but no customer file to download. I went through deactivating plugins to no avail. Finally just deactivated the ss-professional plugin and left the 2.6.0 theme installed and the sale went through and the file was in the customer file management area for download.
FYI... While troubleshooting I noticed the cartmanager plugin did not see anything in the users cart nor any sales for that user. Once I deactivated the ss-professional plugin and completed a sale the cartmanager saw it in the cart and saw the sale.
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This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
So are you saying that the base Symbiostock theme can be upgraded for free to 2.60?
If so, where can we find the download?
Thanks for the comments.
The 2.6.0 theme should be prompting you that an upgrade is ready in your theme area. If its not let me know.
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This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
So are you saying that the base Symbiostock theme can be upgraded for free to 2.60?
If so, where can we find the download?
Thanks for the comments.
The 2.6.0 theme should be prompting you that an upgrade is ready in your theme area. If its not let me know.
its not
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This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
So are you saying that the base Symbiostock theme can be upgraded for free to 2.60?
If so, where can we find the download?
Thanks for the comments.
The 2.6.0 theme should be prompting you that an upgrade is ready in your theme area. If its not let me know.
I swear I saw the 2.6 update this morning when I logged into my WP admin area but now it's not there anymore.
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This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
So are you saying that the base Symbiostock theme can be upgraded for free to 2.60?
If so, where can we find the download?
Thanks for the comments.
The 2.6.0 theme should be prompting you that an upgrade is ready in your theme area. If its not let me know.
Leo:
Thanks for the quick response.
Yes, it was prompting me earlier today, but now the prompt has vanished for some reason.
That solution will probably work for many Symbiostockers, but in my case I have made a lot of code changes, so if I did the automated upgrade it would overwrite everything that I have done. Can you make the upgrade available on GitHub (or somewhere else) at some point, so that I can merge the new version with my code changes?
Blessings.
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when I try to update the Network tab (http://www.digitalbristles.com/blog/wp-admin/admin.php?page=symbiostock-control-options (http://www.digitalbristles.com/blog/wp-admin/admin.php?page=symbiostock-control-options)) with my avatar and square site logo I get the following warning message
Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home5/digitdt6/public_html/blog/wp-content/themes/symbiostock/inc/classes/network-manager/network-manager.php on line 1039
Network info updated.
Image info info updated.
I'm also still seeing the ladybug logo on my image pages. Not sure if this is a 2.6.0 bug or a premium upgrade bug?
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just purchased the upgrade..
Leo, as we are not asked to register, how can we download the files again if for some reason we break something with the plugin? I didn't receive an email confirmation with links apart from paypal payment confirmation..
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This is one problem I was able to duplicate and I'm fixing it to have it working like the previous process that the base theme had. You should have an update available tonight.
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This is one problem I was able to duplicate and I'm fixing it to have it working like the previous process that the base theme had. You should have an update available tonight.
was this an answer to my question? I guess not :)
how can I get any updates for example.. I downloaded the theme and premium plugin, left the page, returned back and there is nothing.. it tells me to login if I want to see my customer page..
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Thats odd. I thought you were talking about your own download page issues.
Your the only one who didn't get the download apparently. Please send me an email leo[at]symbiostock.com and I'll give you the packages.
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I was - how am I to know when I get two zip files that one is a theme and one a plugin unless the file names or some sort of instruction tells me that?
Thanks for the hint - that worked. I'm pretty good at plugging through obtuse stuff, but the lack of clear directions makes things much tougher than they need to be. Perhaps Leo can include some words on the receipt page or change the file names?
I just had the chance to read through the thread and I am glad you clarified this because I kept seeing this referred to as a Premium Upgrade, which I thought meant theme, but then a bunch of people kept saying plug-in.
Finally I get that two things are being released here. :)
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Thats odd. I thought you were talking about your own download page issues.
Your the only one who didn't get the download apparently. Please send me an email leo[at]symbiostock.com and I'll give you the packages.
No, he's not.
I was able to download from the web page with my "receipt" but I was waiting for an e-mail with download links or some such and don't have any (purchase was 3 hours ago). I did check my spam folder and there's nothing there. I did get the PayPal confirmation for the payment but nothing else from Symbiostock
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Thats odd. I thought you were talking about your own download page issues.
Your the only one who didn't get the download apparently. Please send me an email leo[at]symbiostock.com and I'll give you the packages.
I sent you an email..
I did download the file.. but left the page and can't see it again.. It means I have no back up if I screw it up..
I would prefer to have access to my purchase history.. That is why I advocated "registration on SY sites" in many threads when the issue came up and was discussed here..
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If this plugin is a paid for Release Candidate, shouldnt it be less buggy? I have seen too many problems, I got worried, I am going to hold off upgrading for now.
Are you planning on releasing a more stable version soon, Leo?
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I see the confusion.
This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
Regarding a feature list, and even a string of help files - those are something I will be doing. But at this point I had to get things out there and running, then when its settled produce the help files (much like I did with the base theme before).
Regarding search, just to elaborate -
It searches keywords, compound words, and even word parts if you wish. Its everything people had asked for. In your "settings" area you can tweak things. You can even set your site to search content and title as well.
Edit - and the important features are mentioned on the product page.
Thanks, just went over and took a look.
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If this plugin is a paid for Release Candidate, shouldnt it be less buggy? I have seen too many problems, I got worried, I am going to hold off upgrading for now.
Are you planning on releasing a more stable version soon, Leo?
the plugin appears to be stable..
the reason I purchased it now is to support development.. I don't like donating just for the sake of donating.. this is more like it..
in it's current state, the only feature I will use is the ability to set up "Extended Licenses".. other features do not really appeal to me personally.. I wouldn't mind if they didn't exist..
features I am interested in are:
- a page for sales stats..
- ability to set download expiration after a certain period..
as I said, purchased it for supporting development and hopefully get these features :)
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I see the confusion.
This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
Regarding a feature list, and even a string of help files - those are something I will be doing. But at this point I had to get things out there and running, then when its settled produce the help files (much like I did with the base theme before).
Regarding search, just to elaborate -
It searches keywords, compound words, and even word parts if you wish. Its everything people had asked for. In your "settings" area you can tweak things. You can even set your site to search content and title as well.
Edit - and the important features are mentioned on the product page.
Thanks, just went over and took a look.
And I still have questions.
Now that I know that there are two things going on 1) update to theme - 2.6 and 2) Premium Paid Plug-in, my question is:
It looks like the new batch editor, search, license management, twitter management and collections come with the $75 plug-in. Is this correct?
What was changed in the main theme? In other words, when I update from within wordpress to 2.6, what can I expect to change? What has been added/improved?
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Some more info on the failed purchase bug. I did a sandbox purchase and on return to the download area the image was still in the cart, and no amount of refreshing would shift it.
I went to Cart Manager and processed the cart for downloading, but it failed with the error message:
Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home1/traveno8/public_html/picturemojo/wp-content/plugins/ss-cart-manager/functions.php on line 152
Edit - Tried to process again and it failed with no error message...
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URGENT!
HUGE BUG!
Leo, this needs urgent attention..
I did a test purchase and after returning from paypal to the site for download, the file was in the cart and had to refresh the page..
Refreshing the page made the file disappear and not only that but also erased all the previous sales made with that buyer account..
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I disabled the plugin for now..
the cart manager plugin shows these:
Warning: unserialize() expects parameter 1 to be string, array given in /home/content/83/6943183/html/cidepix2013/wp-content/plugins/ss-cart-manager/functions.php on line 246
Warning: unserialize() expects parameter 1 to be string, array given in /home/content/83/6943183/html/cidepix2013/wp-content/plugins/ss-cart-manager/functions.php on line 40
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I see the confusion.
This is an upgrade. The base theme (also upgraded) continues to be free.
Regarding a feature list, and even a string of help files - those are something I will be doing. But at this point I had to get things out there and running, then when its settled produce the help files (much like I did with the base theme before).
Regarding search, just to elaborate -
It searches keywords, compound words, and even word parts if you wish. Its everything people had asked for. In your "settings" area you can tweak things. You can even set your site to search content and title as well.
Edit - and the important features are mentioned on the product page.
Thanks, just went over and took a look.
And I still have questions.
Now that I know that there are two things going on 1) update to theme - 2.6 and 2) Premium Paid Plug-in, my question is:
It looks like the new batch editor, search, license management, twitter management and collections come with the $75 plug-in. Is this correct?
What was changed in the main theme? In other words, when I update from within wordpress to 2.6, what can I expect to change? What has been added/improved?
Those are exactly my questions too! This morning, when I first looked at what I'd paid for and downloaded last night, I thought I had installed it all. But getting back to it this evening after reading through this thread, I realize I just was looking at the "SS Pro" plugin in my system, not the 2.6 theme upgrade.
Just now, trying to upgrade that, I got this message:
"Updating this theme will lose any customizations you have made. 'Cancel' to stop, 'OK' to update."
Whew! I've spent weeks customizing my categories and main menu bar so... is this upgrade going to overwrite those? Will they survive or not? This is definitely not something I want to take a chance on.
Can somebody please tell me whether or not it's safe to upgrade to 2.6??? For now, I'm sitting tight with what was working for me before.
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I lost my Internet connection for a while. Getting those emails now.
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Can somebody please tell me whether or not it's safe to upgrade to 2.6??? For now, I'm sitting tight with what was working for me before.
I just updated a few minutes ago and didn't notice any changes. All my customization is still there and working.
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Luckily, I had backed up my database and reverted back to pre-upgrade state..
this would have been scary had I not had a back up..
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Luckily, I had backed up my database and reverted back to pre-upgrade state..
this would have been scary had I not had a back up..
Didn't you also need to backup the files (php, etc) as well?
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Just an update: Most of the named problems (in both threads) have a common factor which I'm almost done fixing.
In the meantime, please have a little fun and test out twitter integrator.
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Luckily, I had backed up my database and reverted back to pre-upgrade state..
this would have been scary had I not had a back up..
Didn't you also need to backup the files (php, etc) as well?
yes, but the only thing changed was the addition of premium upgrade plugin..
removing that, sorted things out..
I was on 2.6.0 already.. there are minor issues but crucial stuff has been restored.. 2.6.0 on it's own does not cause huge issues, although there are issues that need to be addressed..
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I disabled the plugin for now..
the cart manager plugin shows these:
Warning: unserialize() expects parameter 1 to be string, array given in /home/content/83/6943183/html/cidepix2013/wp-content/plugins/ss-cart-manager/functions.php on line 246
Warning: unserialize() expects parameter 1 to be string, array given in /home/content/83/6943183/html/cidepix2013/wp-content/plugins/ss-cart-manager/functions.php on line 40
Ignore the cart manager for now. I can update it after. We just need to make sure the paid version is working perfectly. Cart plugin is easy.
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Array issue solve :D
Onto the next.
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Array issue solve :D
Onto the next.
Does that mean the premium plugin has been updated?
I'm ready to purchase but I'm not in a hurry. I'd rather install the updated product instead of one that needs to be updated after installation.
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Can somebody please tell me whether or not it's safe to upgrade to 2.6??? For now, I'm sitting tight with what was working for me before.
I just updated a few minutes ago and didn't notice any changes. All my customization is still there and working.
Thanks, Redneck, for that. I'm glad to hear it. But I may hold off a few more days, just to make sure I don't wipe out weeks of work.
Meanwhile, I'm happy with what the "SS Pro" plugin is giving me.
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You can hold off a few days. I'll be having an update tonight on the issues mentioned in this thread.
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Payment/delivery problem solved.
Both issues were 1 liners of code.
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And I still have questions.
Now that I know that there are two things going on 1) update to theme - 2.6 and 2) Premium Paid Plug-in, my question is:
It looks like the new batch editor, search, license management, twitter management and collections come with the $75 plug-in. Is this correct?
What was changed in the main theme? In other words, when I update from within wordpress to 2.6, what can I expect to change? What has been added/improved?
Finally I can get my head together and answer some questions.
Yes, everything listed on that page is what comes with the premium plugin. A little trivia for you - I was going to call it "professional" upgrade but sadly the term carries a whole new overtone since the Yuri thread :D hence the ss-professional filename, but the actual title being "Premium".
The main theme changed in that it removes a few bugs and some cleanup has happened (you know the "just installed Symbiostock and I have a white screen" that randomly popped up in the forum). The main theme also contains tons of hooks and filters so people like PLRANG can make plugins.
Some features in the base theme (like the author-options) were cleaned up a bit.
Premium version -
For those who would like some depthier info -
First off let me start by saying the reason why I didn't pre-write tons of introductions and tutorials is that I'm only one man. It seems the vast majority of things were self-explanatory and people found their way. I generally count on that.
But some things not yet stated about the premium version:
SEARCH
Search is vastly improved. This was a very very big priority. Since day 1. It required its own database and special functions. Now it has it. This is found in "Settings" area with the upgrade installed.
TWITTER
Seems like a cute non-essential, but its actually very useful to your SEO. I could have done facebook, but I personally believe facebook to be exploitive and useless, so I didn't do that. Twitter on the other hand, despite what many claim it to be, is actually a very dynamic, active, and honest link network. Google is parasitically attached to twitter watching everything that happens. For that reason its been implemented into Symbiostock. SEO. You will get indexed much much faster when you post new images to twitter.
BULK EDITOR
It should be self-explanatory. Do not underestimate the value of the collection feature. It allows you to sell multiple images at once, under a special price. If anything in the bulk editor has been left "inconvenient" please let me know, because this is a very important feature.
LICENSE EDITOR
The goal here was to make licensing dynamic and flexible. To be anything you want it to be. People have requested a various number of licenses, and it would be impractical to reinvent every license by type. So this actually allows you to put together a logical chain of licensing info and price upgrades when needed. The goal (and a little more development might be needed) is to allow you to integrate any sort of licensing you wish.
For instance, if you feel you can do the book-work and organization of Rights-managed, then the plugin even accommodates the "remove buy option" action which your paying customer will appreciate. Further if you want to SELL THE RIGHTS the image can be taken down (converted to draft) at sale.
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Thanks for the explanations, Leo. That helps a lot.
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I'll probably buy the premium upgrade sometime but I'm a bit concerned that you were talking about giving this away for free and now the site states the old price was $125. As its only just out, when was it being sold for $125? Do you really need to make it look like this is $50 off?
I don't have a problem paying $75 for all your hard work but I don't think the old price $125 is going to entice me, it has the opposite effect.
75$ till september 15th. However in this thread Leo does offer it for free according to a referall program.
[url]http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/symbiostock-premium-previews/[/url] ([url]http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/symbiostock-premium-previews/[/url])
Its so nice to finally catch up.
YES - If you can't afford it, you simply "pay" by referring a professional member to Symbiostock. Professional is defined as someone who sells work on other micros. For the sake of standards, we should say they must have 200 images at least.
Regarding referral program: This never left the plan.
Its perfectly sensible to offer the premium plugin to someone who recruits another person to the network. Its a highly beneficial act to everyone, and Symbiostock as a whole. Thats easily worth the plugin's value.
So, if anyone is in a situation they can't monetarily afford the plugin, there is still a perfectly good and practical way to get it. Not only that, it enhances the community aspect too, not leaving anyone out and keeping webmasters connected.
If there are any comments, please post them. I'll be launching some dedicated threads on the subject eventually anyway.
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The improved search feature is cool. Now I can even search after the date or place I have put in editorial image description!
About the licenses I have one question though, do I have to write the different licenses by myself, since it is asking for url that contains legal info?
Either one you wish! Actually I'd love to see the creation of symbio-legal docs relating to various license types, which we can link to. In the meantime, though, we still supply our own verbage. you can link to external sites if you wish
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I have just purchased, thought I have done Things the right way, but have now the message
"Internal Server Error
I had helped jeancliclac ealier today on this as my first project.
I believe this is due to having LOTS of images on SHARED hosting. If you have LOTS of images, let me know ahead of time. So far it appears only one person had this issue so far (update me if otherwise) but what happens is if the database is already active by other sites and the plugin (on activation) attemps to build its database, it will overload the server. 4000+ images with keywords, title, content being updated. In some environments your server may smack you. Its not a heavy process, but it can be depending on how many people are squashed into one apartment (server).
If you think you have a situation of TONS of images on hosting you may not trust, contact me ahead of time. Eventually I'd like to find a "kinder" way to build the initial database, but thats how it works for now/
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It appears the last two problems are Cidepix watermark issue and Chrstine's strange price calculation issue. I'll take this opportunity to post the updates and a special "refinements" thread I had planned...
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Just an update: the two cart bugs have been fixed. Both the theme and plugin have a new upgrade available to them you should find available.
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Just an update: the two cart bugs have been fixed. Both the theme and plugin have a new upgrade available to them you should find available.
Awesome, thanks Leo. Will the plugin update alert show up if the ss-professional plugin is deactivated? I saw the alert for 2.6.1 Theme update and I did update to 2.6.1 for the theme.
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Yes it should. even if it doesn't show an update it should still fetch whatever is out there. The theme tends to be a little more finicky though. Actually its hosted on an external wordpress-updates (paid) service, so the quirks are still a little out of my control. Generally though updates should be available to everyone.
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Yes it should. even if it doesn't show an update it should still fetch whatever is out there. The theme tends to be a little more finicky though. Actually its hosted on an external wordpress-updates (paid) service, so the quirks are still a little out of my control. Generally though updates should be available to everyone.
Excellent, thanks. I will watch for it.
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For those of you who may be confused regarding collections - here's a quick example I threw together:
http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/ (http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/)
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At this point I've addressed the issues. They were small one-liners that were overlooked before release.
For anyone who wishes we can now adopt this thread for feature requests. (I've updated original post)
For instance Cascoly wants improvements on collections since they are a little un-obvious on how to set up.
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also REALLY need the search tracking log so we can see what keywords users are actually using to find symbio sites, rather than trying to guess what might attract them
for some reason, 'pinnipeds' is the runaway winner for most common search on my cascoly.com nonsym site -- I do have pinniped (seals) posters and images, but it'sstill surprising. indian silk brocade si a close second
on hubpages, my most popular site ever is my "Famous landmarks of Mexico" which I posted as a throwaway while developing my more extensive coverage of India and Turkey.
we can track these individually, but having a global collection could realy make things interesting -- any it's yet another feature that the microstock agencies refuse to make public
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Thanks. I'll be documenting these and implementing them wherever I can. During that time I'm going to be optimizing much of the theme and upgrade.
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is it save to install now? Quite busy lately, don't have time to find and report bug just hope to upgrade it without error this time. :)
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It should be ok. But it will be there tomorrow...or next week. Take your time :D
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Ok thanks Leo ;)
It should be ok. But it will be there tomorrow...or next week. Take your time :D
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If this plugin is a paid for Release Candidate, shouldnt it be less buggy? I have seen too many problems, I got worried, I am going to hold off upgrading for now.
Are you planning on releasing a more stable version soon, Leo?
the plugin appears to be stable..
the reason I purchased it now is to support development.. I don't like donating just for the sake of donating.. this is more like it..
in it's current state, the only feature I will use is the ability to set up "Extended Licenses".. other features do not really appeal to me personally.. I wouldn't mind if they didn't exist..
features I am interested in are:
- a page for sales stats..
- ability to set download expiration after a certain period..
as I said, purchased it for supporting development and hopefully get these features :)
Ok, and I will say, I dont purchase Lightroom to be able to help Adobe iron out bugs in Lightroom. If I buy software, its supposed to work out of the box, no? There will always be bugs, sure, but if I see MASSIVE red letters screaming to fix a bug, I think calling it stable is not right.
Look, I will purchase the plugin, I fully understand and accept Leo needs to profit, I still support Symbiostock, but lets not treat it as if its the holy grail and nothing can be wrong with it. I am just being realistic.
I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
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Array issue solve :D
Onto the next.
Does that mean the premium plugin has been updated?
I'm ready to purchase but I'm not in a hurry. I'd rather install the updated product instead of one that needs to be updated after installation.
Thats what I am thinking as well.
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Leo, good to hear you fixed most bugs. I will wait for the next update, and get stuck in. Do you expect on releasing 2.6.2 or later versions maybe? I only want to update my theme once.
Thanks a lot.
Just want to let you know, still appreciate your hard work, as ever, dont let my moaning throw you off. :)
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I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
No, providing you quietly wait until those of us who have no problems with beta testing have reported all the bugs we can find in the knowledge that they will get fixed. That way these bug reporting theads can contain only reports and queries instead of grumbles which will help Leo find the real problems more quickly ;)
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I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
No, providing you quietly wait until those of us who have no problems with beta testing have reported all the bugs we can find in the knowledge that they will get fixed. That way these bug reporting theads can contain only reports and queries instead of grumbles which will help Leo find the real problems more quickly ;)
So should I start a new thread then? I didnt realise this thread was only for bug reporting. I am merely expressing my concerns in the only thread addressing the purchase of the premium plugin.
Ow wait, I am doing it again. See, it happens without even realising it. Ow, I just did realise it. Aaaargh. :)
I'll be quiet.
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Leo
I cannot use Paypal at the moment but Moneybookers, anyway I can buy the premium with MB? For the premium version also I think you should integrate MB for customer payment
Cheers
L
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Symbiostock Professional 1.1.6
Symbiostock 2.6.1
Just done a test purchase should have been £1,500.00 ish but paid £00.01 - but all expected emails received and download works and is there when page is refreshed :) :)
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I have been playing with this £1000.00 anomaly
If an image costs over a thousand pounds it shows as £1,000.00 with a comma, even though I enter it as 1000.00
I can add lots of individual images so that they add up to over £1,000.00 and works nicely (did not do a test purchase on this but looks correct in customer area)
If I add an image that costs over £1,000.00 it reverts to £00.01 next to the download button
If I make it an extended licence, say an extra £500.00 it ignores it the licence cost once you hit the download button
If I purchase the £1,500.00 image it shows a standard not extended licence in the purchase email
There is a letter r after the price
Would you like me to forward you my "receipt" ?
This is probably not an important bug unless anyone is charging this much for their images - or maybe working in a currency that has lots of noughts
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Everything originally priced at under 1000.00 works correctly and as expected in my download area
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Licences - when downloading does the email always link to the standard licence or the chosen licence. As customers may choose different licences within one purchase would it make sense to have all the licences on one page ?
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Are these features going to be part of the cart manager?
- sale stats by day, week, month, year?
- download expiration
If so, is it possible that you add the ability to delete completed purchases.. not often will that be necessary but I think we should be able to delete transactions if we need.. (I have made so many test purchases and I don't want my own transactions show in sale stats)
More importantly we could approve a cart by mistake and grant the download for free and there is no way to reverse it.. not that this will happen, but the feature needs to be there..
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I`ll second the request for other payment modules. I would really be happy about another possibility to pay/receive payments than paypal.
If not included in premium you maybe could code a MB, 2CO, Payza extra Module and put it on sale separately?
BTW: really great work and fast bug fixing!
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Leo
I cannot use Paypal at the moment but Moneybookers, anyway I can buy the premium with MB? For the premium version also I think you should integrate MB for customer payment
Cheers
L
Let me look into that. I've never strayed outside of paypal. I'll get right back to you.
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Are these features going to be part of the cart manager?
- sale stats by day, week, month, year?
- download expiration
If so, is it possible that you add the ability to delete completed purchases.. not often will that be necessary but I think we should be able to delete transactions if we need.. (I have made so many test purchases and I don't want my own transactions show in sale stats)
More importantly we could approve a cart by mistake and grant the download for free and there is no way to reverse it.. not that this will happen, but the feature needs to be there..
I'll add those to the list so I can add them as I see a window.
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I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
No, providing you quietly wait until those of us who have no problems with beta testing have reported all the bugs we can find in the knowledge that they will get fixed. That way these bug reporting theads can contain only reports and queries instead of grumbles which will help Leo find the real problems more quickly ;)
So should I start a new thread then? I didnt realise this thread was only for bug reporting. I am merely expressing my concerns in the only thread addressing the purchase of the premium plugin.
Ow wait, I am doing it again. See, it happens without even realising it. Ow, I just did realise it. Aaaargh. :)
I'll be quiet.
Don't worry. I've come to enjoy the show. Just download it when you see there are no bug threads on the premium version hanging at the top of MSG.
-edit: Funny, this thread had almost sunk until I revived it right now. Either people are stable or just going easy on me. Comments?
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Leo, I don't see an option to update the theme and the premium plugin in my wordpress control panel..
how can I update the theme to 2.6.2 and the premium plugin to 1.1.6
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-edit: Funny, this thread had almost sunk until I revived it right now. Either people are stable or just going easy on me. Comments?
it's just that there is no point in updating the thread while you are not here.. it makes it harder to follow :)
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Leo, I don't see an option to update the theme and the premium plugin in my wordpress control panel..
how can I update the theme to 2.6.2 and the premium plugin to 1.1.6
2.6.2? I can't even find 2.6.1 and now there's yet another update? Wish they worked correctly in the dashboard.
Will the updates be posted on symbiostock.com? I just checked and don't see them there now.
I'm looking because I've started to have errors, but not sure if they have already been fixed in 2.6.1 or 2. See other thread I started.
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Leo, I don't see an option to update the theme and the premium plugin in my wordpress control panel..
how can I update the theme to 2.6.2 and the premium plugin to 1.1.6
2.6.2? I can't even find 2.6.1 and now there's yet another update? Wish they worked correctly in the dashboard.
Will the updates be posted on symbiostock.com? I just checked and don't see them there now.
I'm looking because I've started to have errors, but not sure if they have already been fixed in 2.6.1 or 2. See other thread I started.
yes.. 2.6.2 is the one that solved my watermark issue I think..
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Leo, I don't see an option to update the theme and the premium plugin in my wordpress control panel..
how can I update the theme to 2.6.2 and the premium plugin to 1.1.6
2.6.2? I can't even find 2.6.1 and now there's yet another update? Wish they worked correctly in the dashboard.
Will the updates be posted on symbiostock.com? I just checked and don't see them there now.
I'm looking because I've started to have errors, but not sure if they have already been fixed in 2.6.1 or 2. See other thread I started.
Woa woa woa! 1.1.6 is the latest premium version, 2.6.1 is the latest base version.
But on that note the service I use for updates is not always consistent in prompting users and I'm checking into that issue now (being that its 6 months old)
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yes.. 2.6.2 is the one that solved my watermark issue I think..
That is correct. Its not public yet though. That problem only effected you.
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yes.. 2.6.2 is the one that solved my watermark issue I think..
That is correct. Its not public yet though. That problem only effected you.
should I pull it from my testing domain then? would it be enough to just take the files from content/themes folder?
and same goes for 1.1.6
would it be sufficient to transfer the files from the plugins folder in my testing domain? or does the plugin install additional files elsewhere?
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I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
No, providing you quietly wait until those of us who have no problems with beta testing have reported all the bugs we can find in the knowledge that they will get fixed. That way these bug reporting theads can contain only reports and queries instead of grumbles which will help Leo find the real problems more quickly ;)
So should I start a new thread then? I didnt realise this thread was only for bug reporting. I am merely expressing my concerns in the only thread addressing the purchase of the premium plugin.
Ow wait, I am doing it again. See, it happens without even realising it. Ow, I just did realise it. Aaaargh. :)
I'll be quiet.
Don't worry. I've come to enjoy the show. Just download it when you see there are no bug threads on the premium version hanging at the top of MSG.
-edit: Funny, this thread had almost sunk until I revived it right now. Either people are stable or just going easy on me. Comments?
Seems they just went easy on you. ;) And there are other threads being opened
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/issues-with-symbiostock-2-6-0/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/issues-with-symbiostock-2-6-0/)
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/where-can-i-download-the-sy-theme-version-2-6-1/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/where-can-i-download-the-sy-theme-version-2-6-1/)
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/crazy-start/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/crazy-start/)
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/suddenly-i-can't-upload-images/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/suddenly-i-can't-upload-images/)
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/watermark-is-cut-off-on-vertical-images/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/watermark-is-cut-off-on-vertical-images/)
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/my-ftp-location-changed-after-upgrade/ (http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-technical-support/my-ftp-location-changed-after-upgrade/)
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I disregarded the majority of those because they are setup problems and environment issues. Not directly related to the upgrade. ;) I focus on the real issues while people work out their setup environment.
Wow - your really on the ball with the hot topics aren't you.
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yes.. 2.6.2 is the one that solved my watermark issue I think..
That is correct. Its not public yet though. That problem only effected you.
should I pull it from my testing domain then? would it be enough to just take the files from content/themes folder?
and same goes for 1.1.6
would it be sufficient to transfer the files from the plugins folder in my testing domain? or does the plugin install additional files elsewhere?
I'll try to get github updated btw. In the meantime I'll send you the version which was made for you.
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I disregarded the majority of those because they are setup problems and environment issues. Not directly related to the upgrade. ;) I focus on the real issues while people work out their setup environment.
Wow - your really on the ball with the hot topics aren't you.
No no, I am just following all the threads to see when things are ironed out and then I will get the plugin. I dont know what is a real issue and what not. I'll leave that up to you, you know best.
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I'll try to get github updated btw.
That would be awesome! ;D
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I dont know what is a real issue and what not. I'll leave that up to you, you know best.
I don't know real issues vs not-real anyway. You can ask my wife. She knows best :D
Although wordpress gives you TONS of freedom, I noticed people have quite a bit of start-up challenges. I was thinking of making a stand-alone Symbioversion which is a genuine install-and-run out of the package deal. However you can expect that features will be much slimmer. But easier to use :D
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I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
No, providing you quietly wait until those of us who have no problems with beta testing have reported all the bugs we can find in the knowledge that they will get fixed. That way these bug reporting theads can contain only reports and queries instead of grumbles which will help Leo find the real problems more quickly ;)
I checked out your prob! It appears you've used a 'o' instead of an '0'. Very small difference. I never liked the way "O" has tried to play the part of "0"...very deceiving! But yes, thats throwing the math off. I need to just throw in an is_numeric() check.
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a feature request: is it possible that file ID's are displayed to customers? It helps a lot with customer service as they can refer to files easily.. I know that from my other site.. when customers contact me, most of the times they use ID numbers..
a plugin compatibility issue: I have this plugin called "Meta slider" that I use for my homepage slider and it gives the following error:
Warning: Required call to wp_footer() not found in file /mysite :) /wp-content/themes/symbiostock/footer.php.
Please check the wp_footer() documentation and make sure your theme has a call to wp_footer() just above the closing tag.
is there something that needs to be added to the code so it is %100 compatible with the slider plugin?
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I just checked to see if I had deleted wp_footer()
Its a standard requirement for themes. I'm surprised its not seeing it. I wonder if that plugin is hijacking anything. Its also possible (though unlikely) did you make any template changes that removed wp_footer()?
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ARLIGHTY! We're down to JEAN!
YAY!
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I just checked to see if I had deleted wp_footer()
Its a standard requirement for themes. I'm surprised its not seeing it. I wonder if that plugin is hijacking anything. Its also possible (though unlikely) did you make any template changes that removed wp_footer()?
haven't made any template changes.. only edited the CSS file and page-customer.php to add the text "please scroll down for your downloads" :)
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I just checked to see if I had deleted wp_footer()
Its a standard requirement for themes. I'm surprised its not seeing it. I wonder if that plugin is hijacking anything. Its also possible (though unlikely) did you make any template changes that removed wp_footer()?
I just checked the footer file (2.6.2) and wp_footer(); is not there in footer.php
EDIT: there is this line: <?php wp_footer(); ?>
guess it's the same thing..
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I just checked to see if I had deleted wp_footer()
Its a standard requirement for themes. I'm surprised its not seeing it. I wonder if that plugin is hijacking anything. Its also possible (though unlikely) did you make any template changes that removed wp_footer()?
I just checked the footer file (2.6.2) and wp_footer(); is not there in footer.php
EDIT: there is this line: <?php wp_footer(); ?>
guess it's the same thing..
anyway, I started to think "this is the slider misbehaving.." I will probably look into other sliders..
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a plugin compatibility issue: I have this plugin called "Meta slider" that I use for my homepage slider and it gives the following error:
Warning: Required call to wp_footer() not found in file /mysite :) /wp-content/themes/symbiostock/footer.php.
Please check the wp_footer() documentation and make sure your theme has a call to wp_footer() just above the closing tag.
is there something that needs to be added to the code so it is %100 compatible with the slider plugin?
I (and others) use Meta Slider and have had no issues. But I am on 2.5.7.
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a plugin compatibility issue: I have this plugin called "Meta slider" that I use for my homepage slider and it gives the following error:
Warning: Required call to wp_footer() not found in file /mysite :) /wp-content/themes/symbiostock/footer.php.
Please check the wp_footer() documentation and make sure your theme has a call to wp_footer() just above the closing tag.
is there something that needs to be added to the code so it is %100 compatible with the slider plugin?
I (and others) use Meta Slider and have had no issues. But I am on 2.5.7.
I was using it without issues too.. suddenly this message.. I am really not sure what's causing it..
I had meta slider v1.3 saved on my pc and uploaded that on my testing domain which is also on 2.6.2 and no issues..
but SY 2.6.2 and meta slider 2.2.2 for some reason gives this error..
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yeap! I can confirm that
SY 2.6.2 + metaslider 1.3 = no problems at all
SY 2.6.2 + metaslider 2.2.2 = Warning: Required call to wp_footer() not found in file /mysite/wp-content/themes/symbiostock/footer.php.
Please check the wp_footer() documentation and make sure your theme has a call to wp_footer() just above the closing tag.
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And LASTLY Jean's website has been taken care of. When she wakes up and reinstalls symbio she'll be up again.
Something went screwy in her .htaccess file...not related to Symbio but who knows...
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Leo I tried to set up Extended licenses on my testing site but couldn't get it done..
Will there be a tutorial about licenses anytime soon?
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Yes, I hope to get a few tutorials out soon.
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Leo I tried to set up Extended licenses on my testing site but couldn't get it done..
Will there be a tutorial about licenses anytime soon?
I have just been playing around with extended license. I have not fully tested it but have setup the EL under Symbiostock-Licenses and edited one image to be available for EL. When I login and choose the image I get the option for SL and EL. Choosing EL adds the upgrade price to the SL price and will add it to the cart. Here are a couple of images showing the setup and what it looks like. Still thinking about the pricing and researching that a little bit. Hope the images are not too small.
(http://tdahlphotography.com/images/license-menu.jpg)
(http://tdahlphotography.com/images/image-page.jpg)
(http://tdahlphotography.com/images/file-area.jpg)
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Thanks for the help on that! BTW have you discovered the license pop-up yet? :D
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Thanks for the help on that! BTW have you discovered the license pop-up yet? :D
Guess I have not come across that yet :) When should I get the pop-up?
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If you click the little license icon under the product table a details window shows up
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Thanks Leo, a fair amount of artists are using moneybookers so potentially more people can join SYMB
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Thanks for the help on that! BTW have you discovered the license pop-up yet? :D
Leo, in the above images look on the image page where you choose image size and license. The blue shaded area right under the download button. It is a link to the end user license agreement. Should there be a link to the Extended License there as well? In my case they are the same since I describe the SL and EL in the same agreement.
I think I found your pop-up by clicking on the page icon next to SL or EL License options on the image page.
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Can you link me to an image where your offering multiple licenses?
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Can you link me to an image where your offering multiple licenses?
http://stock.tdahlphotography.com/image/hot-sweaty-soccer-player/ (http://stock.tdahlphotography.com/image/hot-sweaty-soccer-player/)
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Thanks for the help on that! BTW have you discovered the license pop-up yet? :D
Leo, in the above images look on the image page where you choose image size and license. The blue shaded area right under the download button. It is a link to the end user license agreement. Should there be a link to the Extended License there as well? In my case they are the same since I describe the SL and EL in the same agreement.
I think I found your pop-up by clicking on the page icon next to SL or EL License options on the image page.
Thats your choice really. In a license you have the ability to create a little extra text (which will show in pop-up window) if you wish to explain that the same license is on the same page.
Moving one-step ahead. You might ask "Can I change the license?" and the answer is you have to make a new one and re-assign it.
Licenses are literally embedded into the product's info. That way if you ever deleted a license, you wouldn't have your best things being sold at default licensing (its a protection) so your images don't get orphaned from their licenses.
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Leo, maybe I am missing it but is there a way to batch assign just licenses. I have some images at different prices and it looks like choosing a batch of images will change prices as well assign the licenses.
Thanks
Tim
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I have not yet set it up to batch-assign single values. Does anyone else want this?
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I have not yet set it up to batch-assign single values. Does anyone else want this?
I bet everybody wants this.
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for me its a matter of making a corresponding "assign" checkbox beside each value. Only the checked values get assigned. And perhaps a little "check all" option.
I'll put that on to-do.
BTW this is NOT a beta test! This is going to be how it is - features added by request. (For those who are confused)
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Get it here:
[url]http://www.symbiostock.com/products-page/upgrades-and-plugins/premium-upgrade/[/url] ([url]http://www.symbiostock.com/products-page/upgrades-and-plugins/premium-upgrade/[/url])
Included with this download is the latest Symbiostock version. Be sure to download and reinstall it (v2.6.0).
I just updated to sys theme 2.6.1 through my word press theme, but here Leo mentioned be sure to download and reinstall, do I need to download and reinstall again?
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I have not yet set it up to batch-assign single values. Does anyone else want this?
So licenses can be assigned at the same time images are edited? Yes please
This also means if we offer a custom/rm type licence for all new/unsold images we can then remove that licence if it sells as standard
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Hi Leo, How the collection work? I created a collection and added 2 image to collection, but how to set the price for this collection? and where to add the compiled image for collection? to me this look like "category" created a new "collection set 1"and add image to this category but no other function. Please guide me if I missed out anything. thanks
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Here's a little snippet from the collections pop-up. I have a feeling its sitting out of view. Let me know if the directions posted in the "Collections" tab are lacking clarity. I can change it if needed. This is what the result should look like (if you desire to dress it up a little)
http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/?r=http://www.clipartillustration.com (http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/?r=http://www.clipartillustration.com)
About Collections Collections are ways to sell entire "sets" of images under one main "preview" image. While a collection is technically a type of category, you make it "sellable" by attaching it to a main preview image.
- Create a collection using options in the "Collection" (this) panel.
- Assign images to the collection by searching, selecting, and choosing "Add Selected Images", and pushing "save", similar to the "Categories" panel.
- In the batch editor search results, find an image you wish to use as the "Main" image representing the collection. Click "Edit".
- Be sure to modify the price to that which you feel properly reflects the combined worth of all the images, with obvious bulk discounts or special license considerations.
- In that Edit Image panel you will find a dropdown to assign the collection. Choose the desired set of images that will be available with this purchase.
- You can unassign an image from hosting a collection by visiting your collection panel, and clicking the X corresponding to the collection preview image in the list.
- TIP: For the "main image" you should make a collage, software box, or similar type preview to visually imply a "set" of images. You can create and upload one of these with the intention of turning it into a "collection" preview.
It seems like a lot, but you will get used to it fast. Its the simplest way to implement a valuable system like this without over-complicating things.
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Thanks Leo, a fair amount of artists are using moneybookers so potentially more people can join SYMB
This is the reason why I do not use symbiostock yet. I had my experiences with paypal and I do not forget insults.
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I just do not want to purchase buggy software. I dont want to be a beta tester. Is that wrong of me?
No, providing you quietly wait until those of us who have no problems with beta testing have reported all the bugs we can find in the knowledge that they will get fixed. That way these bug reporting theads can contain only reports and queries instead of grumbles which will help Leo find the real problems more quickly ;)
I checked out your prob! It appears you've used a 'o' instead of an '0'. Very small difference. I never liked the way "O" has tried to play the part of "0"...very deceiving! But yes, thats throwing the math off. I need to just throw in an is_numeric() check.
Are you sure?
I know I mistakenly put a o instead of 0 in the fair trade licence but I created that in while I was using Skype to show someone how to do it and realised the error.
The actual prices are zero's otherwise you would not get, for example this when selecting an extended licence:
1120.00+400.00
» 1,520.00
Licences
The links to the licences are not very obvious, if possible could we possibly have a different layout, maybe as below.
If someone wants to have a lot of versions of a custom licence such as:
Exclusive use 6 months Europe
Exclusive use 1 year
Exclusive use 6 months World
or whatever permutations we come up with over time they will be easy to choose as the selection box will be on the same line and the little licence icon will be more obvious I think - especially if more than one box could be selected so licences could be more like
Exclusive use 6 months
Exclusive use 1 year
Exclusive use World
Exclusive use Europe
Exclusive use Americas
Exclusive use Australasia
Half Page
Full Page
Web
or whatever
I do not know if anyone would have the patience to fill all these out or use them but it will make it more open to multiple uses
(http://www.kerioak.com/TP/pay3.jpg)
Edit: PS - if no one seconds any of this request then forget I asked
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Thanks Leo, a fair amount of artists are using moneybookers so potentially more people can join SYMB
This is the reason why I do not use symbiostock yet. I had my experiences with paypal and I do not forget insults.
PayPal is by far the biggest PSP, exclude PayPal and you deprive yourself from millions of buyers. I know pride is important, but when running a business, you need to be rational, not emotional. Just because one PP employee was a rude a-hole shouldnt let you ignore PayPal. PayPal has 132 million users, you want to dip into that market for sure. I am saying this with the best intentions, because I know how you feel.
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I managed to create collection for sell follow your step, but batch edit can only found published image, I do not want to publish the collection main image before setup the collection price etc. I think the batch edit search tool should also include draft images in result so that we can make batch edit for new image before publish.
Here's a little snippet from the collections pop-up. I have a feeling its sitting out of view. Let me know if the directions posted in the "Collections" tab are lacking clarity. I can change it if needed. This is what the result should look like (if you desire to dress it up a little)
[url]http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/?r=http://www.clipartillustration.com[/url] ([url]http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/?r=http://www.clipartillustration.com[/url])
About Collections Collections are ways to sell entire "sets" of images under one main "preview" image. While a collection is technically a type of category, you make it "sellable" by attaching it to a main preview image.
- Create a collection using options in the "Collection" (this) panel.
- Assign images to the collection by searching, selecting, and choosing "Add Selected Images", and pushing "save", similar to the "Categories" panel.
- In the batch editor search results, find an image you wish to use as the "Main" image representing the collection. Click "Edit".
- Be sure to modify the price to that which you feel properly reflects the combined worth of all the images, with obvious bulk discounts or special license considerations.
- In that Edit Image panel you will find a dropdown to assign the collection. Choose the desired set of images that will be available with this purchase.
- You can unassign an image from hosting a collection by visiting your collection panel, and clicking the X corresponding to the collection preview image in the list.
- TIP: For the "main image" you should make a collage, software box, or similar type preview to visually imply a "set" of images. You can create and upload one of these with the intention of turning it into a "collection" preview.
It seems like a lot, but you will get used to it fast. Its the simplest way to implement a valuable system like this without over-complicating things.
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Thanks Leo, a fair amount of artists are using moneybookers so potentially more people can join SYMB
This is the reason why I do not use symbiostock yet. I had my experiences with paypal and I do not forget insults.
PayPal is by far the biggest PSP, exclude PayPal and you deprive yourself from millions of buyers. I know pride is important, but when running a business, you need to be rational, not emotional. Just because one PP employee was a rude a-hole shouldnt let you ignore PayPal. PayPal has 132 million users, you want to dip into that market for sure. I am saying this with the best intentions, because I know how you feel.
Thanks Ron, however, the situation was more complicated and I do not think that business justifies everything....BTW: I do know lots of people who prefer not to use them, either because it is not available to them or they had similar experiences. Just see some requests here in this thread.
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Thanks Leo, a fair amount of artists are using moneybookers so potentially more people can join SYMB
This is the reason why I do not use symbiostock yet. I had my experiences with paypal and I do not forget insults.
PayPal is by far the biggest PSP, exclude PayPal and you deprive yourself from millions of buyers. I know pride is important, but when running a business, you need to be rational, not emotional. Just because one PP employee was a rude a-hole shouldnt let you ignore PayPal. PayPal has 132 million users, you want to dip into that market for sure. I am saying this with the best intentions, because I know how you feel.
Thanks Ron, however, the situation was more complicated and I do not think that business justifies everything....BTW: I do know lots of people who prefer not to use them, either because it is not available to them or they had similar experiences. Just see some requests here in this thread.
Sure, I understand. But you will always have bad experiences, especially when a company is so big. People tend to express complaints faster and more often then appraisal. I am seriously satisfied with PayPal, and I know tons of other people who are as well. But in the end it all comes down to your own experiences. Skrill (MB) is a good alternative, I just think you would miss out on sales. And then again, having more payment options is never a bad thing, so I agree with that.
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Leo one more question, after payment for collection, customer will get to download separate files or one zip file for all images?
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I have set up extended licenses but applying that to all existing images is just taking ages..
is there no way to apply it to 100 images at a time for example?
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How are you doing it - on testing site I used Symbiostock/batch editor - did a keyword search for a set of images , selected all those images (one page at a time or you lose selections) then used Settings & Prices to add the licences.
Not yet added it to my main site as I want to get it sorted in my head exactly how I am going to do it and get all my new licences fully edited.
After seeing your post I tried going to All Images and selecting a page of 100, selecting all images, adding a keyword that I would not normally ever use and adding it to everything on that page thinking as we can now remove keywords it would not matter.
Unfortunately I seem to have broken the batch search engine as when I try and search for that keyword (or any other come to that) I now get the following. It was working earlier
Warning: simplexml_load_file(http://tulip.kerioak.com/?s=bahhumbug&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp= (http://tulip.kerioak.com/?s=bahhumbug&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=)) [function.simplexml-load-file]: failed to open stream: HTTP request failed! HTTP/1.1 503 Service Temporarily Unavailable in /home1/kerioak1/public_html/tulip/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37
Warning: simplexml_load_file() [function.simplexml-load-file]: I/O warning : failed to load external entity "http://tulip.kerioak.com/?s=bahhumbug&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=" in /home1/kerioak1/public_html/tulip/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37
SORTED: Wordfence problem I think
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I tried to add it using "Author Options" tab on the symbiostock settings page..
I will try batch editor now..
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there really is not an easy way to apply the licenses to all existing images.. at least no quick way..
batch editor is useless as I can not split images in groups of 100.. I have a category with more than 800 images and the only easy way to select many images is "select all" but that is too many and "processing never completes"
If it was possible to split a category into pages, life could have been much easier..
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one more thing that really bothers me:
(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/6372/uw1a.jpg)
what's that additional box doing there? it is not necessary as there is already a link to licenses above..
is it possible to turn it off?
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Good question. I saw that yesterday and was confused by that.
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I wish the batch editor had a "Select all" option. It's really cumbersome when you have to click 50 times to edit 50 images.
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I wish the batch editor had a "Select all" option. It's really cumbersome when you have to click 50 times to edit 50 images.
It does. Its just really minimal.
If you click the big number that changes, it automatically deselects or re-selects.
The system was sort of built on trading information clutter for "know-how". So once you know how to use things, the tools don't get in the way.
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I wish the batch editor had a "Select all" option. It's really cumbersome when you have to click 50 times to edit 50 images.
It does. Its just really minimal.
If you click the big number that changes, it automatically deselects or re-selects.
The system was sort of built on trading information clutter for "know-how". So once you know how to use things, the tools don't get in the way.
That's awesome. Thanks.
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I wish the batch editor had a "Select all" option. It's really cumbersome when you have to click 50 times to edit 50 images.
It does. Its just really minimal.
If you click the big number that changes, it automatically deselects or re-selects.
The system was sort of built on trading information clutter for "know-how". So once you know how to use things, the tools don't get in the way.
Leo, I noticed that BIG "O" and yes it's a "select all/none" button..
but in my case it can select only 800 or none.. When I want to select let's say 100 images and leave the rest, I can't.. so to batch edit 100 images, the only option left is to select them 1 by 1..
it would be great if images displayed in pages.. when 800 images are selected, the processor stops responding at some point anyway, so having 800 on the same page doesn't really do any good..
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I think how "radio buttons of license options" function should be improved for a better user experience..
It maybe very confusing for some buyers.. here is a demonstration:
http://www.cidepix.com/image/hexagon-sphere-with-rainbow-colors/ (http://www.cidepix.com/image/hexagon-sphere-with-rainbow-colors/)
when you go to this page please click on the radio button right beside the Extended License option.. it does "nothing"
I believe it has to do something..
the perfect thing for it to do would be: update prices on all sizes (apply EL upgrade as soon as it is clicked.. and when you click back to SL, the upgraded EL price should be subtracted)
and when you click on any of the resolutions, it should then reflect the price below and on the download button..
the buyer should see his/her options instantly.. not by clicking resolutions one by one.. and even then it is only reflected below and on the download button.. the price should change on all rows imo..
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but in my case it can select only 800 or none.. When I want to select let's say 100 images and leave the rest, I can't.. so to batch edit 100 images, the only option left is to select them 1 by 1..
it would be great if images displayed in pages.. when 800 images are selected, the processor stops responding at some point anyway, so having 800 on the same page doesn't really do any good..
you can adjust the number displayed by setting the number to the left of the search box -- you could then select 100 at a time & de-select the few you don't want to edit, etc
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but in my case it can select only 800 or none.. When I want to select let's say 100 images and leave the rest, I can't.. so to batch edit 100 images, the only option left is to select them 1 by 1..
it would be great if images displayed in pages.. when 800 images are selected, the processor stops responding at some point anyway, so having 800 on the same page doesn't really do any good..
you can adjust the number displayed by setting the number to the left of the search box -- you could then select 100 at a time & de-select the few you don't want to edit, etc
I tried that and that number did nothing for me..
I think that number only works when you perform a search..
I want to select let's say the 100 of 800, then the 2nd 100 and then the third without confusing things..
if there is a way to do what I want without searching, I would be very happy to know, but I couldn't find it..
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well, you could do a search in bulk edit with 100 / page, then go to the last page and do your edits; now going to the 7th page nothing will have changed
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well, you could do a search in bulk edit with 100 / page, then go to the last page and do your edits; now going to the 7th page nothing will have changed
Yes but only files that contain the searched word will show up.. you are bound to miss some files..
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Just an update (fairly important) for whoever is listening -
In the near future I'm going to try to get imagemagick running through the command line. The advantage is better results (especially color) and even less memory use. This will put you on agency level as far as preview quality on the web.
When you update the BASE theme, go to you image processor and tell me if it says (exec enabled) or (exec disabled).
Its unknown if I'm going to make this a premium feature or base...but for now I want to get an idea of who has access to the terminal through php.
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Leo, where does it actually show exec enabled or disabled? In the process uploads page it shows
"Using ImageMagick. • info: Image Processing."
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Next update. Just letting people know.
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Hi Leo may be you missed out this message, i think to include draft images in batch edit search result is important. I would like to use batch edit for new upload images before publish.
I managed to create collection for sell follow your step, but batch edit can only found published image, I do not want to publish the collection main image before setup the collection price etc. I think the batch edit search tool should also include draft images in result so that we can make batch edit for new image before publish.
Here's a little snippet from the collections pop-up. I have a feeling its sitting out of view. Let me know if the directions posted in the "Collections" tab are lacking clarity. I can change it if needed. This is what the result should look like (if you desire to dress it up a little)
[url]http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/?r=http://www.clipartillustration.com[/url] ([url]http://www.clipartillustration.com/image/collection-of-internet-and-web-technology-illustrations-discounted/?r=http://www.clipartillustration.com[/url])
About Collections Collections are ways to sell entire "sets" of images under one main "preview" image. While a collection is technically a type of category, you make it "sellable" by attaching it to a main preview image.
- Create a collection using options in the "Collection" (this) panel.
- Assign images to the collection by searching, selecting, and choosing "Add Selected Images", and pushing "save", similar to the "Categories" panel.
- In the batch editor search results, find an image you wish to use as the "Main" image representing the collection. Click "Edit".
- Be sure to modify the price to that which you feel properly reflects the combined worth of all the images, with obvious bulk discounts or special license considerations.
- In that Edit Image panel you will find a dropdown to assign the collection. Choose the desired set of images that will be available with this purchase.
- You can unassign an image from hosting a collection by visiting your collection panel, and clicking the X corresponding to the collection preview image in the list.
- TIP: For the "main image" you should make a collage, software box, or similar type preview to visually imply a "set" of images. You can create and upload one of these with the intention of turning it into a "collection" preview.
It seems like a lot, but you will get used to it fast. Its the simplest way to implement a valuable system like this without over-complicating things.
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Yes I had gotten that - the system uses the same search results as public ones, so I just have to set up a little alteration to allow "drafts" if the user is in the admin panel.
The newest versions are are available and finally github is current again.
Premium 1.1.7 - Minor bug fixes +
Installs Cart Plugin (recent and compatible)
Installs Sitemap Plugin (was intended to be included with premium)
To get these installed, simply "toggle" the plugin by deactivating/activating it. From there on updates will be automatic.
Base 2.6.3 - Minor bug fixes +
In image processing area you can now determine if you have "terminal" access, which will determine whether or not you are able to use future enhanced imagemagick capabilities.
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Mine says:
ImageMagick (exec enabled).
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Awesome. Let me make a POLL so we can get an idea of who will be using it. Be sure to update it.
Also from this point on since things are getting nice and stable I'm going to start implementing people's wishes. Thanks for upgrading :D
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Using ImageMagick (exec enabled). for me :)
Any chance you could take a look at the bug which has been around a while now where when browsing pages of images the same images gets repeated on multiple pages? (it has been mentioned a few times in a few threads by a few people). Think it became a problem when image ranking was implemented.
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I'll add that to my todo list as well.
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I'll add that to my todo list as well.
Cheers Leo, that would be great. Your to-do list must be more like a scroll at this point! ;)
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Using ImageMagick (exec enabled) for me (Bluehost)
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Mine says Using ImageMagick (exec enabled) too. ;D (mddhosting.com)
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Can anyone give me a step by step on setting up Licenses please? I have tried and can't get anything to show up on the product page. I must be missing something.
Latest plugin version and theme 2.6.3
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Creating Licences (as I understand it and from memory as have accidentially locked myself out of site, I know what I did wrong this time just need to find solution :) )
1. Create your new licences in WP pages, publish and make a note of the URL
2. Under Symbiostock - Licences
Choose type - Standard/Extended/Custom , give it a name, add the URL as per No. 1 and chose where it will go Over/Under/Etc
if you are adding an extra fee such as for extended then click the Yes box and fill in the prices. Add a note in the next box to briefly describe the licence (this will appear in the pop-up when someone clicks on the little licence icon once published) - then click Save and you will have a new licence. You cannot edit this only delete and start again. Repeat as required for further licences. Save.
3. Go to Symbiostock - Batch Edit
Enter keyword of images you wish to add licences to and click the Search box (NOT enter/return) and those images will show up. Either click the last number or select some by clicking on the images
Select the first option at the top - Settings & Prices
Scroll down to the bottom and select the licence(ses) you are going to add to that image
Click Save and hopefully those licences should now be added to your images
I will modify this post later to add correct terminology
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Using ImageMagick (exec enabled) Justhost
Had previously added
extension=imagick.so
to my php.ini
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Using ImageMagick (exec enabled)
Web Host: GoDaddy
Its unknown if I'm going to make this a premium feature or base...but for now I want to get an idea of who has access to the terminal through php.
I would humbly suggest that this be added to the base code (and not a paid premium feature), since this seems to be one of the biggest issues for new Symbiostockers. I don't have the issue, so it won't affect me either way, but IMO it would cut down on the frustration from new users.
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Using ImageMagick (exec enabled)
Web Host: GoDaddy
Its unknown if I'm going to make this a premium feature or base...but for now I want to get an idea of who has access to the terminal through php.
I would humbly suggest that this be added to the base code (and not a paid premium feature), since this seems to be one of the biggest issues for new Symbiostockers. I don't have the issue, so it won't affect me either way, but IMO it would cut down on the frustration from new users.
Imagmajick is fundamental to running a site so it should be a base feature and not a luxury.
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Imagmajick is fundamental to running a site so it should be a base feature and not a luxury.
Depending on how many people have it, I might just scrap TONS of code and convert completely to imagemagic terminal. Depending on how deep the issue ran I would have made it premium, but since it appears everyone has access its possible we might just end up with the best image-processor yet in the base version.
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I have just got Leo's help to get my Premium upgade working and I'm excited to Work with it and especially the batch editor.
I have now tried different Things for a while and also searched on the forum, but cannot find the answer to how to get the batch editor working in practise.
I attach the Picture of the screen I have when going to the batch editor. Where to go from there? It seems something is missing?
Thanks for your help!
Jean
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What is going on with your site!?!?!
I'll go back in and check that out.
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For anyone who cares the Twitter image posting does work - and its awesome - mine stopped auto-posting on the 25th and I've been following the issue -
https://dev.twitter.com/discussions/20720?page=1
So confirmed it is a twitter problem...and it will be back.
Also today I've been working on the "drafts" editing as well.
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What is going on with your site!?!?!
I'll go back in and check that out.
I dont know, for a reason I accumulate all issues.......
Thanks for your support.
jean
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one more thing that really bothers me:
([url]http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/6372/uw1a.jpg[/url])
what's that additional box doing there? it is not necessary as there is already a link to licenses above..
is it possible to turn it off?
I'm just setting my licenses and would like to get rid of that too. Did anyone find out how it works? I couldn't find an answer.
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I am only guessing but I would think you could turn it off by clicking on the Yes in the licence creation area - just select Yes and put a note in the description box with brief overview about standard licence. If you click yes for extended etc they do not appear below so I would imagine it is the same with the standard.
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I just did that: clicking yes for both standard and extended, but only standard appears in that way ... kind of strange.
Leo, are you around ... could you explain that to us?
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I just found out: if you set the price upgrade to 0.00 it disappears :)
Is it meant to work like that, Leo?
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I just found out: if you set the price upgrade to 0.00 it disappears :)
Is it meant to work like that, Leo?
I hope there is a better way.. it took ages for me to apply it to all images.. if it's the way you described, it means I will have to delete the current standard license applied to all images and apply it again which will take ages with the current batch editor..
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Leo is there an "apply to all" - button? And can licenses be modified once they are created? If not, could you implement it?
But first of all: Thanks for the premium plugin ... I think it can be improved a bit here and there ... but generally I really, really like it!
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Leo is there an "apply to all" - button? And can licenses be modified once they are created? If not, could you implement it?
But first of all: Thanks for the premium plugin ... I think it can be improved a bit here and there ... but generally I really, really like it!
In batch editor there is an "apply to all" button but the processor stops responding if there are many images in categories..
When all images are displayed in a category, it should be split to pages of let's say 60-80 images for optimal results..
I agree it would be great to be able to edit licenses after they are created..
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I have quite a few editorial images I'm trying to setup and I like the new feature of being able to produce multiple license types.
Have an issues though. Under the editorial images I'm using that needs to be the default and only license option available. It doesn't work that way though I'm noticing.
When going through process of selecting your image if you don't select editorial license then it defaults to the standard license, I don't have a default license even made. Once you go to the checkout screen it shows that the default license is selected for one of the images and editorial for the other. You can click on the editorial part (Screenshot 2) but on the default license type since there is no default license there is nothing it links to.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60678828/symlicenseoption.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60678828/symblicenseoption2.jpg)
Why is this?
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I noticed the same when testing a RM license. It doesnt work properly, or at least, its not flexible enough. You cant toggle between licenses. What you can do as a workaround, is create a standard license and add both options to the images. That way the buyer can toggle. But I agree with you. The licenses set up need to be tweaked a bit.
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Currently I do have two license types already setup. One for Editorial and the other is a standard RF license. With these editorial images though I do not want the customer to be able to select a standard RF license as these images do not have any model or property release and many of them contain trademarks that wouldn't be suitable for a standard RF license. The only way these should be licensed is under the editorial or else is can create a liability for me.
It does at least allow you to select the editorial license and that works great. It's just it alos allows you to go on without selecting anything as by default on the radio buttons neither of them are selected at which point it defaults to a non existant "standard" license.
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Been playing around with the new custom license function. Pretty cool but I can't quite make it work for me yet. I'd like to be able to click on a radial button to make a selection then click on it again to unselect it rather than have to choose something else. I don't think that's how radial buttons work in the programming world, however. Maybe check boxes would be better? Check then uncheck if need be.
Also, I attached a custom license to a single image but now can't get rid of it except by creating another custom license to replace it. I've deleted the original custom license entirely and used the batch editor to re-edit that one image but that doesn't get rid of it either. So it seems once a custom license of any sort is attached to an image you can never make it go away?
As others have mentioned it would be cool to be able to edit a custom license once created. It would also be great to be able to change the ordering of the custom licenses as the order their created in is the order they appear in on the image page.
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Another thing that might be helpfull, sorry if it has already been brought up, would be to be able to track who made which type of license was bought. I know using the cart manager at least I can see who bought what and it tells me what size they bought but doesn't let me see which license was bought with it. Was it an extended, exclusive, or what?
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I just created my first collection, I have 30 images included in this collection, but only 24 thumbnail displaying under my main image, here the link http://plingstock.com/image/silver-abstract-background-collection-1/ (http://plingstock.com/image/silver-abstract-background-collection-1/)
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I've noticed that too - I think it just stops at 24
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I see, i prefer it to show all the images included, so that buyer know what they will get in this collection.
I've noticed that too - I think it just stops at 24
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Just an update (fairly important) for whoever is listening -
In the near future I'm going to try to get imagemagick running through the command line. The advantage is better results (especially color) and even less memory use. This will put you on agency level as far as preview quality on the web.
When you update the BASE theme, go to you image processor and tell me if it says (exec enabled) or (exec disabled).
Its unknown if I'm going to make this a premium feature or base...but for now I want to get an idea of who has access to the terminal through php.
in my case it says:
Using GD Library (exec enabled).
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Still unable to make "Exclusive" the default setting for new uploads
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Still unable to make "Exclusive" the default setting for new uploads
Thanks for the notation. I'll post that.
Just an update to everyone, I'm helping jsnover with her "path" issues (she discovered a unique yet legit setup that nobody uses so I have to accommodate that) and Jean's site still needs a little help due the hosting environment they are set up in. After that I'll be gradually putting in as many of these suggestions as possible. You won't see much much these few days otherwise.
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Leo I guess you are aware that RSS link on most of our sites is returning a blank page.. (v2.6.4)
and there is this when you click on NETWORK on my author card:
Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home/content/cidepix/wp-content/themes/symbiostock/symbiostock_author_box.php on line 194
noticed this on a few more sites..
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The second one mentioned (invalid foreach) should be solved in an update available now. However its DEFINITELY solved in the next one :D
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Leo I guess you are aware that RSS link on most of our sites is returning a blank page.. (v2.6.4)
and there is this when you click on NETWORK on my author card:
Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home/content/cidepix/wp-content/themes/symbiostock/symbiostock_author_box.php on line 194
noticed this on a few more sites..
BTW - did I ever say your graphics are AWESOME? :D
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Leo I guess you are aware that RSS link on most of our sites is returning a blank page.. (v2.6.4)
and there is this when you click on NETWORK on my author card:
Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home/content/cidepix/wp-content/themes/symbiostock/symbiostock_author_box.php on line 194
noticed this on a few more sites..
BTW - did I ever say your graphics are AWESOME? :D
Thanks! :D
not as awesome as the work you have done for the community..
also, not to turn this into a mutual compliments thread but your work is awesome too.. :D
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BTW - did I ever say your graphics are AWESOME? :D
also, not to turn this into a mutual compliments thread but your work is awesome too.. :D
Let's turn this into a love fest!
I think that both of your works are awesome. ;D
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BTW - did I ever say your graphics are AWESOME? :D
also, not to turn this into a mutual compliments thread but your work is awesome too.. :D
Let's turn this into a love fest!
I think that both of your works are awesome. ;D
Basically anyone who is with symbiostock is awesome. its practically a certificate you get on signup: You are now officially awesome.
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:D
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I see, i prefer it to show all the images included, so that buyer know what they will get in this collection.
I've noticed that too - I think it just stops at 24
LEO-- can you confirm this is what's happening? and can we get a complete posting of all images in a collection?
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I noticed that when it was posted. Its possible I just have to adjust a small parameter. I'm waiting for some forum answers on another issue so I'll quickly detour to this.
[edit] - this is fixed now
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Just installed the premium Upgrade. The installation seemed successful and I see the plugin in my list of plugins.
When I select Batch Editor, I see three fields, second field prefilled with number "48".
After entry of my search parameter in the first field, I press Enter and get the following error message:
Warning: simplexml_load_file(): http:// wrapper is disabled in the server configuration by allow_url_fopen=0 in /hermes/bosweb26d/b445/ipw.longprin/public_html/advantica/stockphotos/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37 Warning: simplexml_load_file(http://www.advantica.com/stockphotos/?s=rock&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=48 (http://www.advantica.com/stockphotos/?s=rock&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=48)): failed to open stream: no suitable wrapper could be found in /hermes/bosweb26d/b445/ipw.longprin/public_html/advantica/stockphotos/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37 Warning: simplexml_load_file(): I/O warning : failed to load external entity "http://www.advantica.com/stockphotos/?s=rock&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=48" in /hermes/bosweb26d/b445/ipw.longprin/public_html/advantica/stockphotos/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37
Is there anything else I have to do after installing the plugin?
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Wanted to submit the poll aboyuth ImageMagick, but don't know where I can find the Image Processor setting.
In the WP Dashboard, when I select Gallery, then Options, I see the following info:
Unchecked: GD Library
Checked - ImageMagick (Experimental). Path to the library : /usr/local/bin/
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Wanted to submit the poll aboyuth ImageMagick, but don't know where I can find the Image Processor setting.
In the WP Dashboard, when I select Gallery, then Options, I see the following info:
Unchecked: GD Library
Checked - ImageMagick (Experimental). Path to the library : /usr/local/bin/
Go to left column, Stock Images > Process Uploads...it says at the top.
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Thanks, Cathy. Poll submitted (using GD Library now).
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Just installed the premium Upgrade. The installation seemed successful and I see the plugin in my list of plugins.
When I select Batch Editor, I see three fields, second field prefilled with number "48".
After entry of my search parameter in the first field, I press Enter and get the following error message:
Warning: simplexml_load_file(): http:// wrapper is disabled in the server configuration by allow_url_fopen=0 in /hermes/bosweb26d/b445/ipw.longprin/public_html/advantica/stockphotos/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37 Warning: simplexml_load_file([url]http://www.advantica.com/stockphotos/?s=rock&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=48[/url] ([url]http://www.advantica.com/stockphotos/?s=rock&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=48[/url])): failed to open stream: no suitable wrapper could be found in /hermes/bosweb26d/b445/ipw.longprin/public_html/advantica/stockphotos/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37 Warning: simplexml_load_file(): I/O warning : failed to load external entity "[url]http://www.advantica.com/stockphotos/?s=rock&post_type=image&symbiostock_network_search=true&ipp=48[/url]" in /hermes/bosweb26d/b445/ipw.longprin/public_html/advantica/stockphotos/wp-content/plugins/ss-professional/lib/batch-manager/batch-manager-results.php on line 37
Is there anything else I have to do after installing the plugin?
You may have access to your php.ini file (i'm pretty sure its relating to that) and then you should change allow_url_fopen=0 to allow_url_fopen=1
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Leo,
When I look at my php.ini file, I see it is 1940 lines long, but I can't find any reference to allow_url_fopen.
Should I add it to the end of that long php.ini file, or create some new php file with just that one line (allow_url_fopen=1) ?
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When I look at my php.ini file, I see it is 1940 lines long...
Wow!
My php.ini is only 39 lines long. I can't imagine what you have in that file.
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mine is long as well with lots of information, especially on past versions. I am reluctant to touch other than a few edits in case I break something
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Just as a FYI: Yesterday, after a week of waiting, I installed the premium upgrade of SS theme without incident. I haven't had time to check out all the bells and whistles, but the site looks the same from outside and "feels" the same from inside.
Very nice work, Leo and assorted helpers. Many thanks to you all!
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When I look at my php.ini file, I see it is 1940 lines long...
Wow!
My php.ini is only 39 lines long. I can't imagine what you have in that file.
I haven't touched that file yet, this is how it came with the fresh wordpress installation from my host.
I don't have a clue about its content, maybe it includes information about all packages offered by host (ipower.com).
That's why I inquired whether it would be possible to add another php file just with the Symbio related changes. Conceptually similar to the child theme which seems to work on top of the main theme (if I understand it right).
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When I look at my php.ini file, I see it is 1940 lines long...
Wow!
My php.ini is only 39 lines long. I can't imagine what you have in that file.
I haven't touched that file yet, this is how it came with the fresh wordpress installation from my host.
I don't have a clue about its content, maybe it includes information about all packages offered by host (ipower.com).
That's why I inquired whether it would be possible to add another php file just with the Symbio related changes. Conceptually similar to the child theme which seems to work on top of the main theme (if I understand it right).
I'd have to look at your issue directly at this point to know exactly whats happening.
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Just an update - both base and plugin should be ready for an update, fixing the collection and "symbiocard" issue.
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Just an update - both base and plugin should be ready for an update, fixing the collection and "symbiocard" issue.
Leo: When you get a chance, it would be great if you could update GitHub with the latest version.
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Leo I guess you made a small mistake with "Cart Manager" version number..
this is what I see in the updates section of my admin panel:
SYMBIOSTOCK - Cart Manager
You have version 1.1.4 installed. Update to 1.4.4. View version 1.4.4 details.
Compatibility with WordPress 3.6: Unknown
I don't think there is a version 1.4.4
I updated it a few times and it still asks for an update due to version numbers I think..
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Just an update - both base and plugin should be ready for an update, fixing the collection and "symbiocard" issue.
The base theme will not update for me. I see the 2.6.5 update and it seems to go through the process but my base theme stays at 2.6.4 and continues to alert me there is a 2.6.5 update available. I have tried a couple of times with no luck.
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Just an update - both base and plugin should be ready for an update, fixing the collection and "symbiocard" issue.
The base theme will not update for me. I see the 2.6.5 update and it seems to go through the process but my base theme stays at 2.6.4 and continues to alert me there is a 2.6.5 update available. I have tried a couple of times with no luck.
+1
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I'd have to look at your issue directly at this point to know exactly whats happening.
Leo, I can wait for the next Premium update and see if the new version works.
Just let me know when the new version is ready for download.
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Just an update - both base and plugin should be ready for an update, fixing the collection and "symbiocard" issue.
The base theme will not update for me. I see the 2.6.5 update and it seems to go through the process but my base theme stays at 2.6.4 and continues to alert me there is a 2.6.5 update available. I have tried a couple of times with no luck.
+1
+1
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Just an update - both base and plugin should be ready for an update, fixing the collection and "symbiocard" issue.
The base theme will not update for me. I see the 2.6.5 update and it seems to go through the process but my base theme stays at 2.6.4 and continues to alert me there is a 2.6.5 update available. I have tried a couple of times with no luck.
+1
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My error. I uploaded the older version. Try again.
Here on my new awesome linux setup I've been able to write some scripts that automatically update EVERYTHING in one click. I just have to remember to "click"! Meanwhile I'm going to get github running the same way :D
LINUX ROCKS
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updated to 2.6.5, but collection still showing 24 images only.
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updated to 2.6.5, but collection still showing 24 images only.
IMPOSSIBLE
Let me see...
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updated to 2.6.5, but collection still showing 24 images only.
BTW - did you update the symbiostock premium? Thats where the fix is set. Please do so. Even if it doesn't say there is an upgrade available, just click UPDATE on that plugin and it will fetch everything.
Also if you have a cache set up be sure to empty it to see changes applied.
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Just sent you an email Leo, the Wordpress Excerpts feature has gone missing again since one of the upgrades.
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Just sent you an email Leo, the Wordpress Excerpts feature has gone missing again since one of the upgrades.
I just need a confirmation from both of you that this is the case. In both cases I've checked things and nothing should have changed. In the meantime, jsnover's all set :D Inspired the creation of a whole new plugin :D
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Creating Licences (as I understand it and from memory as have accidentially locked myself out of site, I know what I did wrong this time just need to find solution :) )
1. Create your new licences in WP pages, publish and make a note of the URL
2. Under Symbiostock - Licences
Choose type - Standard/Extended/Custom , give it a name, add the URL as per No. 1 and chose where it will go Over/Under/Etc
if you are adding an extra fee such as for extended then click the Yes box and fill in the prices. Add a note in the next box to briefly describe the licence (this will appear in the pop-up when someone clicks on the little licence icon once published) - then click Save and you will have a new licence. You cannot edit this only delete and start again. Repeat as required for further licences. Save.
3. Go to Symbiostock - Batch Edit
Enter keyword of images you wish to add licences to and click the Search box (NOT enter/return) and those images will show up. Either click the last number or select some by clicking on the images
Select the first option at the top - Settings & Prices
Scroll down to the bottom and select the licence(ses) you are going to add to that image
Click Save and hopefully those licences should now be added to your images
I will modify this post later to add correct terminology
Thanks a lot for that explanation, got it working now. :)
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Couple of things that need looking at with regard to licenses....
1. In the My Account section (http://thpstockphotos.com/customer-licence-and-file-management-area/ (http://thpstockphotos.com/customer-licence-and-file-management-area/)) there is still a permanent link to the EULA in the blue bar at the bottom of the images in cart section. This link is redundant and confusing, as it only points to the one license, whereas the buyer may have just selected a different one. Can we remove this link entirely perhaps?
2. On the image detail page (http://thpstockphotos.com/image/koala-4/ (http://thpstockphotos.com/image/koala-4/) ), why do we have the blue bar below the Download button that just says "Standard License"? Can this be removed? Think someone mentioned this one earlier, but can't seem to find an answer to it. It also seems redundant and confusing.
3. It seems (I might be wrong) that no license is selected by default. Personally I think it would be easier if the Standard license was selected by default. But others may disagree...
4. I added an "onpage description" as its called in the license section to my standard license, but it doesn't show up. It does for extended license, which makes me think it'll only show up if you've selected the license as a "purchasable upgrade" (which a standard license isn't). Can we have it show up regardless of whether its an upgrade or not? I think its a great way to have a little snippet about the different licenses.
Umm, think thats it for now... ;) Sorry Leo!
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LINUX ROCKS
My man! 8)
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Sorry it was my mistake, just updated the premium plug in and now showing 30 images.
updated to 2.6.5, but collection still showing 24 images only.
BTW - did you update the symbiostock premium? Thats where the fix is set. Please do so. Even if it doesn't say there is an upgrade available, just click UPDATE on that plugin and it will fetch everything.
Also if you have a cache set up be sure to empty it to see changes applied.
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Just sent you an email Leo, the Wordpress Excerpts feature has gone missing again since one of the upgrades.
I just need a confirmation from both of you that this is the case. In both cases I've checked things and nothing should have changed.
I have not checked with latest upgrade yet but excerpts was missing from the last one.
One thing if it is easy to do - could the size of the Slug box on the edit page be enlarged so you can see the whole thing as you can the title to easily check it please
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Important! :D
We're going to start wrapping up Symbiostock into a final and highly polished final product. After that it will be simple sustaining and updating as technology progresses.
Please see this thread. Very important: We are simply trying to refine what we already have, not add new featuers.
I'm going to lock this one to keep the forum noise down. I've transferred the main requests of this thread to microstockman's:
http://www.microstockgroup.com/symbiostock-development-area/remaining-symbiostock-cleanup-suggestions/