"Is your website in compliance with the new WCAG 2.1? Join our webcast to learn various accessibility guidelines, what’s new in 2.1, and more! http://bit.ly/2zhdcIt"
University Web Developers
Do you indicate file size when posting pdf, doc, ppt?
I saw this in the early days of the web when some would indicate a link was a pdf and then include the file size right next to it.
For example, Student Handbook PDF 1.5 MB
Anyone still do this? Know of any online articles that support this method?
Looking forward to your expert answers.
Laurie
Views: 163
Replies to This Discussion
-
Permalink Reply by Marcy Sterner Gineris on
-
Laurie,
We did this until a year or two ago, and no longer display file size. We do however reference file format if a link goes to a PDF. We don't link to doc or ppt files on our site.
Marcy Gineris
Eastern Mennonite University
-
Permalink Reply by Laurie Trow on
-
Out of curiosity, why did you stop?
-
-
I stopped because the connection speed of our visitors increases each reporting period, and a 1-2 MB download is no longer a cause for concern. Here's a disclaimer, though: if a file is upwards of 6mb I will note the size, but it's somewhat rare that we publish anything that large.
Elsewhere
Latest Activity
"Even though GDPR has been in effect for over a year, many U.S. colleges and universities are still struggling with how best to implement the rules. We’re here to help. http://bit.ly/2YZZtRQ"
"Does your college or university website meet the new WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards? http://bit.ly/2JBXD3s"
"Join us for our next webcast with Eric Turner from Mt. San Antonio College, who will share easy steps to make your website GDPR compliant. http://bit.ly/2zhdcIt"
"It is always important to make a good first impression! Join Aaron Blau from Converge Consulting as he covers ways to make your web content attractive to your target audience and create an authentic brand message. http://bit.ly/2zhdcIt"
Jon Shaw posted a discussionemail obfuscation
Anyone using a javascript or php email obfuscation library that is effective for spam defense?See More
"Join us for our next webcast with Kelly Bostick from University of Arkansas who will provide some great tips on ways to ensure that all of your digital content is accessible. http://bit.ly/2zhdcIt"
"Creating and producing website content is just the tip of the iceberg. In our latest white paper, learn how to manage that content to help your website reach its fullest marketing and recruiting potential. http://bit.ly/30WJ0PW"
"A college or university website redesign is the most effective and cost-efficient way to attract and recruit new students. Download our ultimate guide to get started on your redesign today! http://bit.ly/30MmcSQ"
"Join us for our next webcast with Rachael Frank from Gravity Switch to learn how to organize your content and messaging for a website redesign. http://bit.ly/2zhdcIt"
"Capitalize on content by creating an editorial calendar for your college or university website. Here’s how: http://bit.ly/2WCauaY"
"A soft launch of your website redesign is well worth the extra time. Find out why. http://bit.ly/2LfeigX"
Webcast - Website Redesign | The importance of using content inventories
Join us for our next webcast with Laura Lehman from Eastern Mennonite University to learn how to effectively use Google Sheets during a website redesign and migration! http://bit.ly/2zhdcItSee More
"What are characteristics of the best CMS for colleges and universities? Read our guide to find out: http://bit.ly/2Vt519j"
"Join us for our next webcast with Caroline Roberts from iFactory who will be providing tips on how to improve your SEO by finding and wisely using the keywords and phrases that matter most! http://bit.ly/2zhdcIt"
"If your college website is not reaching your audience, but still meets most technical and accessibility requirements, there are a number of ways to fine-tune its performance. http://bit.ly/2KO08U8"
"Before you click the launch button on your newly redesigned website, it pays to doublecheck the details: http://bit.ly/2D9v5vr"
"I do work from home a few days a week. Depending where you're located, this would definitely be a perk. I've found plenty of higher ed jobs, but it's not often where working from home is an option. I find this odd since the higher ed…"
"Take a look at these award-winning higher ed digital marketing campaigns to see what’s working for them – and what you can implement to make your school’s digital marketing campaign one of the best. http://bit.ly/2JlzLiq"
UWEBD has been in existence for more than 10 years and is the very best email discussion list on the Internet, in any industry, on any topic
About
© 2019 Created by Mark Greenfield.
Powered by
