Overcoming the Dropdown Dilemma in GRAVITY
Even though GRAVITY is not designed to support placement of Hotspots on drop-down menus, we offer a simple workaround with a CTRL+ALT+G keyboard shortcut.
If you've ever tried to place a Hotspot on a dropdown menu, you're already aware of the inherent challenge: “GRAVITY simply isn’t built to support dropdown menus”. As soon as you click to create a Callout, the menu collapses, making it impossible to place a Hotspot on the desired element.
“For optimal GRAVITY performance, we strongly advise placing Hotspots on the main page of your application or website, where the interface remains stable and fully interactive.”
However, for those times when you absolutely must place a Hotspot within a dropdown menu, we're pleased to announce a new workaround that allows Windows users to get around this limitation.
Follow the simple steps below to successfully add your Callout:
- Disable GRAVITY Edit Mode: Start by turning off the edit mode. This will prevent the dropdown from collapsing unexpectedly and give you more control over the interface.
- Open the drop-down menu: With the edit mode disabled, manually open the drop-down menu where you want to place your Hotspot.
- Press CTRL+ALT+G: While the drop-down menu is open, use the keyboard shortcut CTRL+ALT+G. This command activates the GRAVITY Edit mode in a way that overrides the collapse behaviour of the drop-down menu.
- Create the Callout: Now that the Hotspot tool is active, click on the desired element within the drop down to create your Callout and save it. The Hotspot should now be positioned correctly without the menu closing.
- Press CTRL+ALT+G: When you are satisfied with the Callout and Hotspot placement, press CTRL+ALT+G once again to turn off the GRAVITY Edit mode.
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While the ideal solution is to place your Hotspots on the main page of your application or website, we understand that sometimes the dropdown is the only option available.
By following these steps (available only on Windows operating system), you can now add Hotspots to drop-down menus and continue to provide a rich, interactive user experience without being hampered by GRAVITY's default behaviour.
Happy Hotspotting!
Ramona Lescesen
After completing my Masters in the UK, I had the opportunity to start my career in London's vibrant start-up scene. In my career, I have had the privilege of seeing how a start-up can grow into a global market leader. This has taught me the importance of good communication and how best to manage a company's most important relationships - its customers.
