A question about macros

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FlyveHest
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A question about macros

Post by FlyveHest » Sun 10.08.2008, 09:16

Hi All,

I have two questions about the macros in MAngband, the first, is it at all possible to view the macros in-game, or is the only way to read the file by hand and/or upload it to the online macro editor (which works, sorta)

Also, what is the difference between Command, Normal, Identity and Empty macros?

Jug
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Re: A question about macros

Post by Jug » Sun 10.08.2008, 14:00

There's no way to view currently defined macros in your client, other than the methods you mention.

A command macro executes only when the game is expecting a command. i.e. in a state waiting for the next command (in theory). A normal macro fires any old sequence of key strokes at any time, even when the game isn't waiting for a command (in theory). An identity macro can be used to restore the keys original meaning, i.e. removes any attached macro (sort of). An empty macro is just that, a macro which does nothing.

Basically just use command macros for your macros, and forget the rest.

Yes, the entire macro system is awful, and yes, it should be removed completely.

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Re: A question about macros

Post by serina » Mon 11.08.2008, 08:46

I hope you mean replaced, Jug ;) removing it would make mages unplayable, hehe.

ZAL

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Re: A question about macros

Post by Jug » Mon 11.08.2008, 08:53

Yes indeed Zal, sorry, replaced. :)

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