How does Auctionpix.co.uk work (in plain English)?
Create your new account. http://www.auctionpix.co.uk/misc/free.html
Fill in the boxes on the form
- Use lower case only and NO spaces!
- a valid e-mail address
- User name you wish to use
- Press the submit button
We will update our database with
your information and send you an e-mail within minutes
confirming your Auctionpix account details. In the e-mail message you will
also see a link to return to Auctionpix to
log-in with.
Enter your user name and the temporary password sent to you, (once logged in you can re set your password under the 'personal info' icon.
Click the 'images' icon to see your current uploaded images, then click the 'upload new images' button to proceed.
You will see a set of 5 boxes and a browse buton to 'browse' your computer for the image to be uploaded
(either double click the image file or press 'open').
... and that's it. It's that easy!
Then you can create a template with that image(s) and include that template to an ebay form, or upload other images. Top
What does it cost to use Auctionpix?
Its FREE ! but your image is only 'held' for 35 days, if you want long term hosting then you need to click here. Top
Why don't I see a "browse" button where
it asks me select my image?
You are most likely not using a browser that is compatible with our
service. We currently only support
Internet Explorer 4 or higher, and Firefox or other similar Mozilla based browsers. Your browser must be RFC 1867-compliant
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Why do you only support Internet Explorer 4 or higher and Firefox etc?
These browsers incorporate a technology that allows transfer
of files through normal web pages. This is how Auctionpix retrieves
your image and puts it on our servers. See also answer above. Top
Why must my image be saved in .jpg or .png format ?
This is the most common form of file type of images used on the internet. It's a type of 'file compression' that gives good clear images and not too many kb's to upload/download (your auction images will 'show' faster!). Top
What is copy and paste?
"Copy and paste" refers to placing something inside
your computer's invisible clipboard and then retrieving it. To copy
and paste simply highlight a text area with your mouse by holding
down your left mouse button and dragging the cursor over the text
you wish to delete or copy. Once highlighted press "CTRL"
and "C" at the same time. This places the text inside your
computers clipboard. Once there you can move your mouse and cursor
to another document and "paste" the information into it
by pressing "CTRL" and "V" at the same time. (CTRL
is short for the control key, located in the far lower left hand corner
of your keyboard.)
You can also do it by highlighting the text as above, then right click to 'copy', place the cursor where you want it, and then right click and 'paste'. Top
Why do you need my e-mail address ?
Your e-mail address is needed to communicate with you! Auctionpix
may send you an e-mail messages for the following reasons:
- When your account is opened, Auctionpix sends your account
details to you
- If there is a problem with your image(s)
- Notification of system downtime
- Auctionpix.co.uk related news.
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Do you sell your user list / user information
to spammers or any other company?
Auctionpix.co.uk does not spam, sell or otherwise share confidential
user information with outside sources. Top
I typed my password in but the system didn't
accept it.
The password is case sensitive. You are most likely typing your password
in the wrong case. Ensure you "Num Lock" key is off. Top
I lost or forgot my password. Help!
When you attempt to logon to your account and fail, enter your registered email address in the log on page and click the password reminder button, your password will be emailed back to Top
How do I change my password or email address?
Simple, just log in to your Auctionpix account with your existing details, go to the 'personal info' icon and change the details there, don't forget to 'save'. Top
Can I send in an image via e-mail and have you
attach it to my account?
As a rule NO! Only in dire circumstances will we manually upload your image for you. Top
Can I change the any
of my Auctionpix images in my online auction?
Again, NO! Once uploaded, that's it. However, in dire circumstances (and if your auction has bids) we can 'swap' or delete an image manually for you. If your auction has no bids, just upload your new image and use the 'eBay revise' function on your listing. Top
What happens if try to upload files which are not
.jpg's or .png's?
Files other than .jpg's or .png's will not upload, you will get an error message. Top
What is the maximum size of a graphic image can
I upload?
150 kb is the maximum and .jpg or .png format only, any bigger and your auction will take for ever to load.. Top
Help! All my images have disappeared.
Remember, with a free account, images are auto deleted 35 days after upload
It is wise to only upload an image(s) just prior to your auction listing, and not the week before ;-).. Top
Can I use a Macintosh computer?
Yes, as long as you are using a web browser (Internet Explorer or Firefox) which is RFC 1867-compliant
to be able to upload images etc. Top
Do I need any additional software to use the
service?
No additional software is needed to use this upload facility. Top
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