Website Building » Joomla » How do I create a popup window in Joomla 3?

How do I create a popup window in Joomla 3?

Last updated on December 26, 2022 @ 1:51 pm

Creating a popup window in Joomla 3 is a simple process that allows you to add interactive and engaging elements to your website. Follow these steps to create a popup window in Joomla 3:

1. Log in to your Joomla website as an administrator and navigate to the “Extensions” menu.

2. Click on the “Module Manager” option to open the module manager.

3. Click on the “New” button to create a new module.

4. Select the “Custom HTML” module type and click on the “Next” button.

5. Enter a title for the module and select the position where you want the popup window to appear on your website.

6. In the “Custom Output” field, enter the HTML and JavaScript code for the popup window. Here is an example of a simple popup window code:

<a href="#"
onclick="window.open('http://www.example.com/popup.html',
'popup','width=600,height=600');
 
return false;">Click here to open the popup window</a>

This code creates a link that, when clicked, opens a 600×600 pixel window containing the content of the “popup.html” page. You can customize the window size and content as needed.

7. Click on the “Save” button to save the module.

8. Preview the website to ensure that the popup window is displayed correctly.

That’s it! You have now created a popup window in Joomla 3. You can customize the window by modifying the HTML and JavaScript code as needed.

Note: Depending on your Joomla version and template, the exact steps and options for creating a popup window may vary. Consult your Joomla documentation or the template’s documentation for specific instructions.

PRO TIP: When creating a popup window in Joomla 3, it is important to take into account the potential for browser security issues. It is possible for a malicious user to exploit vulnerabilities in the popup window code, resulting in the execution of unwanted code on the user’s computer.
Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

Devops woman in trade, tech explorer and problem navigator.