Legacy Document
Important: This document is part of the Legacy section of the ADC Reference Library. This information should not be used for new development.
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Q: How does the transition to Intel-based Macintosh computers affect Dashboard widgets and websites viewed in Safari?A: In most cases, Dashboard widgets contain standard web elements such as HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and of course image files. Widgets such as these, which don't use compiled code, should work exactly the same on Intel-based Macs as they do on PowerPC-based Macs. Dashboard widgets that use plug-ins, however, will need to make sure those plug-ins have been built as universal binaries. There are two types of plug-ins that a widget can make use of:
If you are the developer of a widget plug-in or internet plug-in, you should consult the Universal Binary Programming Guidelines to find out whether or not your code needs to be updated for compatibility with Intel-based Macintosh computers. Depending on the tasks your plug-in performs, converting to a universal binary may require more effort than simply rebuilding it in Xcode with the appropriate flags. Document Revision History
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