If it is necessary for the solver to download a file in the Examodo environment, the task creator can save the file in this content block, allowing the solver to download it to their device. There are no specific restrictions on the file to be uploaded, but the software required to open the file must be available on the solver's computer. The solver will not see the file name as entered by the task creator.
Note: Audio, video, and image files have their own dedicated content blocks and should not be used here.
The "Other File" content block can also be used if you want to provide the solver with the opportunity to read some text in a separate window alongside the question window. To do this, save an .html file containing the text content as the "Other File."
When creating a task, the basic fields required for task entry are displayed by default. Additional options appear when clicking the 'More data' link. The additional options selected by the task creator will remain visible in the task entry view after saving.
Common data for content blocks
| Field / Button | Explanations | Conditions |
| Content block identifier | A keyword describing the content block can be entered in the field, and it will be displayed in the task menu. If the field is left empty, Examodo will automatically number the content blocks, starting from 1. |
Text field. |
| Link is displayed | In the content block, a link is displayed to the solver, which they can click to download the file. | Checkbox. Initially checked. |
| Initially invisible | When enabled, it allows the content block to be hidden when opening the task and revealed based on the user's next action. | Checkbox. By default, it is hidden and will appear when clicking the 'More data' link. |
| Question or instruction |
The field allows entering a question or task instruction, which will be displayed to the solver in bold text. You can also enter rich text in this field, allowing for more detailed formatting, such as different font styles, sizes, and colors. |
Text field. Option to use rich text |
| Technical instruction | Task completion instruction, displayed to the solver in italic | By default, it is hidden and will appear when clicking the 'More data' link. Text field. If a technical work command for the task type is entered under Administration → Classifiers → Technical Work Command, it will appear by default (and can be modified as needed). |
| File | Clicking opens the option to browse and upload files from the computer. After a successful upload, the name of the uploaded file appears next to the button, along with its size in bytes displayed in parentheses. | Button. It is not allowed to upload files with the following extensions: exe, msi, sh, bash, bat, cmd, js, mjs, svg. |
| Download files | The button allows the task creator to download the file added to the task. | Button. |