First, let me explain what SSI(Server Side Includes) is. You know all the HTML you have to use for every page? And do you know how
annoying it is when you have to go through every single page for updates like layout updates/new links? Well, if you use SSI, you'll only
have to go through ONE file to update all your pages!! (Except for individual content, of course) Make sure you read the instruction very CLOSELY and CAREFULLY.
One little mistake can ruin everything. Here's how to do it:
BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING: Make sure all your Index files are .shtml instead of .html.
1. First, create a "Tryout" page so you won't mess up your other pages (you do not have to do this, though).
2. Then copy all the HTML except for
the content.
3. Then paste it into a file called "blabla.txt". You can change the "blabla" part to whatever you want.
4. Now delete all that
HTML that you copied on the original page.
5. Replace it with <!--#include file="blabla.txt" --> . HINT: Sometimes your host may require you to
include not just the file name but also part of the file URL like "/Username/blabla.txt".
Did it work?
If you have you HTML divided into categories like Top, Content, Bottom, then you'll have to create TWO files, "blabla1.txt" and "blabla2.txt". And remember that
"Blabla2.txt" has to contain the HTML after the content. Clear enough?
If you are still having trouble, then feel free to contact me! ^^
