View Full Version : How to Attach pictures to your post


Liz
08-23-2006, 03:09 PM
This was originally posted by Fred T on myoldtruck.com

To post pictures on this site, either as a new thread or a reply.

Near the bottom of the page is a button for manage attachments. Clicking this opens a new window for uploading files from your computer. This page lists the file types that can be uploaded, along with the maximum sizes allowed for each type.

First you need to tell the computer where the file is located on your computer. Click a Browse button under upload file from your computer. A screen titled choose file will open. After you have located and selected the file, click open. You can upload up to 5 files per post.

Next, select the upload button. If the file is too large, you will get an error message. Resizing instructions are at the bottom of this post. When you have successfully uploaded a file it will show up as a current attachment. If you want to view the file you can click it. If you do not want to upload a file at this point, click remove.

Now close the manage attachments window. This can be done at the top or bottom by clicking close this window.

Your attached file will be listed on the submit new thread / reply screen. When you have your message ready you can click the submit button and your post with pictures will appear.

Resizing Instructions: . If you need to resize there are several programs available. One freeware is available at www.irfanview.com . There are others available, some are easier to use, some more complex.