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 How to Change the ADSLOT Macro in Your PixFuture Ad Tag

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Introduction:

The ADSLOT macro in your PixFuture ad tag is a placeholder that helps identify specific ad placements on your website. Modifying this macro allows you to customize and manage your ad inventory more effectively. This guide will walk you through the steps to change the ADSLOT macro in your ad tag.

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Access Your Ad Tag:
    • Log in to your PixFuture account.
    • Navigate to the "Inventory" tab where your websites and ad tags are listed.
  2. Copy the Ad Tag:
    • Find the Display banner ad tag you wish to use.
  3. Copy Ad Tag:
    • Open the ad tag code in a text editor to make change to Javascript tag
  4. Find the ADSLOT Macro:
    • Within the ad tag code, look for the placeholder labelled as ADSLOT. It might appear as ADSLOT1, ADSLOT2, etc., depending on your current configuration.
  5. Modify the ADSLOT Macro:
    • Replace the existing ADSLOT macro with your desired identifier. For example, if you want to change ADSLOT1 to ADSLOT_HOMEHEADER_ATF, simply replace the text within the ad tag code.
    <div id="38603x160x600x6690x_ADSLOT_HOMEHEADER_ATF" clickTrack="%%CLICK_URL_ESC%%"></div>
    <script async type="text/javascript" src="https://served-by.pixfuture.com/www/delivery/headerbid.js" slot_id="38603x160x600x6690x_ADSLOT_HOMEHEADER_ATF"></script>
  6. Save Your Changes:
    • After making the necessary changes, save the modified ad tag code.
  7. Implement the Updated Ad Tag:
    • Copy the updated ad tag code.
    • Paste it into the HTML of your website where you want the ad to appear. Ensure that EACH placement corresponds to the new ADSLOT identifier.
  8. Test the Ad Placement:
    • After implementing the updated ad tag, visit your website to ensure the ad is displaying correctly.
    • Verify that the new ADSLOT identifier is being tracked in your PixFuture analytics.

Changing the ADSLOT macro in your PixFuture ad tag is a straightforward process that allows for better organization and tracking of your ad placements. By following these steps, you can customize your ad inventory to suit your website's needs.

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