Proof of Concept: Tabs with transparent backgrounds
As a proof of concept, I have developed a technique (pure CSS) to render tabs with transparent backgrounds, using the sliding doors technique.
The tabs resize to accomodate the amount of text on them, they use a single image of an oversized tab (no left hand and right hand side graphics)..they can also be semi-transparent, or slanted or interlocking
Only tested in FF, IE7, Opera & Safari on a Windows Vista Platform, so any feedback on other OS would be nice, ....and yes they will not work on IE6 (not been able to test on this platform)......
really best for you to see for yourself and let me know what you think.
<a href="http://www.pecche.com/demos/toolbar/">http://www.pecche.com/demos/toolbar/</a>
and as applied to an accordion type display <a href="http://www.pecche.com/demos/accordion/">http://www.pecche.com/demos/accordion/</a>