> >> I�m trying to have a link open in a new window (like I�ve done a >> million times)� however the validator doesn�t like this. >> > Take a look at this page > http://www.accessify.com/tutorials/the-perfect-pop-up.asp or create a > custom dtd (kinda cheating IMO) You should ask yourself if you really > need to pop a new window!
Hi, I have only begun to embrace accessibility and have implemented it to my site. I'd have similar experience, to or to not open a new window for external link. I first opted for yes and similar to Tat, my code couldn't validated, but I didn't want to bother with DTD or JS stuff. My quick and easy solution was to change that page to XHTML Transitional. After reading yours response on this matter, I am going to change to XHTML strict and disable the target_blank, however I will put a reminder in title="right click for option if you wish to open a new window for this link" Whenever I surf the internet, I like to open a new window if link to external site because I simple hate using 'back' button, reason: many ill designed sites force user to reload entire page again and again once a 'back' button is clicked. Many web standards compliant site don�t' have this option and my solution is to use right click. This has work pretty well for me. tee ****************************************************** The discussion list for http://webstandardsgroup.org/ See http://webstandardsgroup.org/mail/guidelines.cfm for some hints on posting to the list & getting help ******************************************************
