MODX Frequently Asked Questions
This is a very basic Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page which attempts to answer some of the more commonly asked questions regarding MODX.
For Users
- What is MODX?
- MODX stands for XML Modification Description Language. In English, that means it describes MODs using XML. XML powers technology such as PodCasting, RSS, and XHTML.
- If I download a MOD written with MODX, how do I install it?
- Double click the XML file to open it in your favourite browser and follow the instructions. For a more detailed explanation click here.
- Is there an automatic installer?
- Yes, it is called AutoMOD.
- I am having problems opening the XML file using Firefox on Linux.
- Many Linux distributions aren't setup with the proper MIME type set for .xsl files and causes Firefox to complain. The easiest way to fix this is to upload the files to your webserver and view the XML file from there.
- Which browsers can display the XML file properly?
- Internet Explorer, Firefox, Mozilla, Safari, Camino, Opera 9, Google Chrome.
- I don't have a supported browser. Is there another way?
- We are working on bringing more ways for MODX files to be viewed across all browsers.
- I need additional help.
- You can ask for assistance via the MOD Writers Discussion forum for your version of phpBB.
For Modification Writers
- Do I have to use MODX for phpBB3 MODs?
- Yes, MODX is a requirement for all phpBB3 MODs. The text template is optional.
- MODX specifies a specific packaging format. Do I have to use it?
- If you include MODX content with your MOD, then you must follow the packaging specifications.
- MODX specifies to use the phpBB versioning system. Do I have to use it?
- The current phpBB versioning system is a requirement.
- Is there a MODX validator?
- Yes. The MOD Pre-Validator (MPV) is available for use by any MOD author and will give basic feedback on the validity of MODX XML files.
- Can I write MODX by hand?
- Yes, there is a tutorial on how to write MODX by hand. The process should be familiar to anyone who has ever written HTML by hand.
- Can I have MODX files automatically generated for me?
- Yes, there is some experimental code available. There is also the Online MODX Creator and the Online text to MODX convertor.
For International phpBB Sites
- Can I translate the xsl file to my language?
- Yes. More information about this will be given to official translators.
- I wish to translate an existing MOD to an additional language.
- Contact the author of that MOD. They should be more than happy to include your translated instructions in the MODX package for their MOD.