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21September

Open Joomla modal with Javascript

To open a modal box in Joomla using Javascript, first make sure the modal behavior is loaded:

JHTML::_('behavior.modal');

Then, open an external resource with an iframe handler:

SqueezeBox.setContent( 'iframe', 'http://google.com' );

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25August

Virtuemart Paypal Currency Problem

Virtuemart has a multiple currency feature where users can select from a pre-defined set of currencies for checkout.

This is very useful, but has a major bug when checking out with Paypal. The final order logged in Virtuemart is correct, and has the correct currency. However, when the user is redirected to Paypal, the transaction will be done in the default currency of the Virtuemart shop.

This problem has existed since 2009, and in 2011 I would have expected it to be resolved already.

I would class this as a major problem as it results in incorrect transactions.

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  • Ppl like you get all the brains. I just get to say thanks for he awnesr.

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