So ...

Basically, the plugin will insert a shortcode in your content using the information entered in the above lightbox.

In other words, you can create the same outcome using a shortcode which looks like this:

[tooltip content="This is the actual content of the tooltip"

url="Here you can insert an optional URL"]

This is the actual text that will trigger the tooltip[/tooltip]

Finally, keep in mind that ...

  • mobile visitors already work with a "compromised" view of your site, so usually, tooltips should be turned off for mobile devices
  • the main goal is to declutter, so you should use them sparingly, otherwise you could frustrate your readers with all those constant disruptions
  • tooltips need to add additional piece of helpful information; for example, it's pointless to use a tooltip in a form, just to repeat the name of a given field ...
  • the golden rule: a tooltip message should be as brief as possible; classic tooltips and tours should only be a few words, and even a longer, more complex popover should be as short as possible
  • also, try to keep images out of your tooltips; if you really ned to add some extra info, it's always better to include a link to a page that includes all of the pertinent information

And that's it my friends!

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Claudiojuan Premium
Many thanks for sharing!
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smartketeer Premium
Thanks for the time!
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ShihTzuSteve Premium
This is another strategy that i hadn’t previously considered. Now I’m aware of it and have your training to refer to I will be looking at using tooltips where appropriate from now on.
Thanks, Zed, for extending my technical knowledge once again.
Steve.
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smartketeer Premium
Once again, thank YOU!
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TeamIceCream Premium
Hi Zed
Thank you for the Short Code that you've added, now THAT is a useful piece of information, thank you!
Is there something that can be added to the short code in order to turn it off on mobile?
You are such a star - thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!
Sharlee (Chocolate IceCream)
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smartketeer Premium
Hi Sharle,

No, you can't alter this shortcode to customize the mobile usage. Usually that's a theme-dependent option.
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TeamIceCream Premium
Oh I understand. Thank you for clarifying that, Zed!
Wishing you an awesome day!
Sharlee (Chocolate IceCream)
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TomCaldwell1 Premium
Thank you for the training.
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smartketeer Premium
Thanks for the time Tom!
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mcknisu Premium
Sounds like a great tool. I will try this!! Thank you for the tips!! Cheers., Susan
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smartketeer Premium
Thanks for stopping by Susan!
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