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Section I New User Interface - FunctionalEnhanced User PreferencesDirectory Options WindowThe option for specifying the location of a client/server path to write the dataextract file to has been removed.Specifying a locationA directory option for specifying the location of your Banner ID images has beenadded. These are the images that appear on the Personal Image Form (GUAIMGE)for an ID when you select Help>Display ID Image.To specify a location:1. Access GUAUPRF as the baseline user.2. Select the Directory Options tab to access the Directory Options window.3. Find the Enter the location of your Banner ID images record.4. Enter the location of your image directory in the User Value field.5. Save your changes.Creating a personal linkYou can create a link from the main menu to a Web site or Banner object usingPersonal Links. Make sure you do not have pop-ups blocked with any third-partysoftware. Pop-up blockers can interfere with the performance of your personal links.To create a link:1. Go to the General User Preferences Maintenance Form (GUAUPRF).2. Choose the My Links tab to access the My Links window.3. Enter a description of your link in the User Value field associated with the firstpersonal link description.4. Enter the URL or Banner object name in the User Value field associated withthe first personal link URL or Banner object.5. Save. You must exit Banner and log back in to see your changes.Note: You can create up to six personal links. Each personal link is comprisedof two records—the description and the URL/object. Make sure thedescription record matches the corresponding URL or Banner objectrecord. The following example illustrates a personal link for a weatherWeb site.January 2005 Student Release 7.0Confidential Release Guide 31