That’s not really a problem when your file names are short. However, if a particular file name is unusually long, then the Choose link can be difficult to access. To be honest, in my classes, I often switch to 800×600 pixel resolution when projecting a Moodle course page on the whitescreen. So having the Choose link brought forward is really necessary for me.
The change seems trivial but wading through the code is not that easy. Anyway, here’s how to do it. The code to modify is /files/index.php.
Step 1. Cut the code in the block of lines 799 to 803.
Step 2. Paste the block after line 790.
Step 3. Cut the block shown below …
Step 4…. and paste it in here.
Step 5. Now to adjust the header titles. Cut the following code…
Step 6. …and paste it a few lines above its original position.
Now you can enjoy the fruit of your labour. Check out the screenshots below which begin with the “Add a new resource or link to a website” resource.
Clicking on the “Choose or upload a file” reveals a file picker screen with a facelift! Viva la difference! You screen should now show the Choose link on the left. Mission accomplished.
To make your life much easier, you can download the modified /files/index.php of Moodle 1.9. from here.
Until the next time, happy Moodling!
Frankie Kam
Malaysia
