Santa's Workshop

 
below, Santa's Workshop will show common Special Characters.  
                         Along with, the HTML codes used for these symbols.
A Visible symbol first appears, such as ♣   ♥   ♦
These are written by using ♣  ♥   ♦
In order to create Special Characters, 
(such as ♥♣♦)   ...each uses a simple HTML code.  
They usually begin using the & character on your keyboard.

Then, input a sequence of specific characters.  (example:   hearts  )
Usually followed by the  ; symbol, afterward.   
       SO, all must be written in sequence.
FOR EXAMPLE:  ♥  will create the ♥  character.
♣     ♣     (or, try:  ♣)
♥     ♥     (or, input:  ♥)
♦     ♦     (or, try:  ♦)
♠     ♠     (or, try:  ♠)
 
the "cent" symbol  for currency

The "Euro" symbol for currency
¢     ¢     (or, try:  ¢) 
€     €     (or, try  €)
£     £     (or, try:  £)
¥     ¥     (or, try:  ¥)  
the "Pound" symbol  for British currency
the "YEN" symbol for Japan currency
Graphic errors are causing the Symbols to read unclearly.
They are, as follows: Copyright (top left),   Registered (top right)
                              Trademark  (bottom),  Bull     (bottom right)
 
©     ©     (or, try:  ©)
®     ®     (or, try:  ®)
™     ™     (or, try:  &#8482)
•     •     (or, try:  •)
  A previous page, [How TO Use HTML] demonstrated how to use basic HTML codes, along with a few linking features.   There are other methods which can be used, as well.   We're all familiar with common appearance of Links. Here's a different method which creates a unique "BOXY" effect.

 



 


These Boxed Links create a unique effect. 
First, notice how they're larger, and more graphic.
It provides more than simple linking features.

ALSO,  notice how the Box changes color when hilighted.

Plus, did you realize that the Box technique literally "out-smarts" Firefox.
And, the URL is not revealed at the far bottom left.

There are a few things worth mentioning.
This HTML code is not officially recognized by W3 Schools.
Additionally,  there's more than one way to input the code.
and, either way,  it produces the exact same effect.
Below, you'll find each code which produces the Boxy appearance.
It's quite self-explanatory, if you've already ready the previous instructions. 

FOR INFO.COM   THE SEQUENCE GOES AS FOLLOWS:
(You could replace the search/info.com/santaclaus  with a simpler instruction)

<form method="get" action="http://search.info.com/santaclaus">

&nbsp; <input type="submit" value="**Info.com**" />

</form>
For NEXPLORE,  The sequence is obviously similar.
Mrs. Claus is simply replacing the URL link & the Title.


 

<form method="get" action="http://www.nexplore.com/" />

  <input type="submit" value="Nexplore" />

</form>
However, it might be confusing to learn that the sequence "GET ACTION" could be replaced by "FORM ACTION".   and, the method="GET" could also be replaced with "SEARCH".     But, this might get too complicated. 



Also note:  These methods could be expended upon, in order to create easier reference within your website.   This is strictly for skilled professionals.   However, it demonstrates the possibilities.

<form method="get" action="http://jollyoldsaintnick.net/" /><input type="text" name="q" /><input type="submit" value="JollyOldSaintNick" />

</form>

 

 Note:  Mrs. Claus has not created a functional Index-directory for this website.




 
Plus,  additional code can be added 
                          in order to stretch the Text Field.

Note: These Two codes (directly above & below) are being used,  as a demonstration only. 

They are not meant to be a reliable source for practical use.  


<form action="http://www.jollyoldsaintnick.net/" method="get"> <input name="q" size="36" type="text" /> <input type="submit" value="Saint Nicholas" /> </form>

Note that you cannot magically Index your website with a simple code.  It requires detailed work from Professional Designers.  They would carefully INDEX each page for easy reference.  You cannot go at it, alone.  

There's also a final piece of discouraging information:

                     Most major Search-Engines deliberately use cryptic letters on their Search Bar.  And, it's frequently subject to change, as well.