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Our plugin is going to be using [[Identifier_Reference#Namespaces|Namespaces]] for data folder organization purposes so there is a little more work and double-checking than when not using one. The methodology behind this is that it makes archiving the scripts for upload much easier and creates organization for both the mod creator and mod user. | Our plugin is going to be using [[Identifier_Reference#Namespaces|Namespaces]] for data folder organization purposes so there is a little more work and double-checking than when not using one. The methodology behind this is that it makes archiving the scripts for upload much easier and creates organization for both the mod creator and mod user. | ||
NOTE: This will not actually [[ | NOTE: This will not actually [[AddItem_-_ObjectReference|add]] the holotape to the player's inventory. That is beyond the scope of this tutorial. | ||
'''The reader will learn:''' | '''The reader will learn:''' | ||
* How to create a [[ | * How to create a [[Global]] | ||
* How to create a [[Terminal]] for use with holotapes | * How to create a [[Terminal]] for use with holotapes | ||
* How to create and condition terminal entries | * How to create and condition terminal entries | ||
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* How to create a conditioned workshop recipe | * How to create a conditioned workshop recipe | ||
= Creating the Global | = Creating the Global = | ||
*In the Object Window, navigate to Miscellaneous > Global | *In the Object Window, navigate to Miscellaneous > Global. | ||
*Right click in the list of global variables and select "New". | *Right click in the list of global variables and select "New". | ||
The window brings up the Global | The window brings up the Global form. | ||
*Give the global a memorable name. For purposes of this tutorial, is called <code>OLT_HolotapeToggle</code>. | *Give the global a memorable name. For purposes of this tutorial, is called <code>OLT_HolotapeToggle</code>. | ||
*Leave the value at 0. This will be our default value for the plugin and everything will be conditioned around this number. | *Leave the value at 0.0000. This will be our default value for the plugin and everything will be conditioned around this number. | ||
*Click "Ok" to save the record. | *Click "Ok" to save the record. | ||
Our global | [[File:Tut_globalholotape.PNG]] | ||
Our global is set up and ready for use. | |||
*Save your plugin in. | *Save your plugin in. | ||
= Creating the Holotape Terminal = | = Creating the Holotape Terminal = | ||
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Right click in the list of terminals and select "New". | Right click in the list of terminals and select "New". | ||
[[ | [[Model_File]]s and Markers are not necessary for holotape terminal entries. You can leave these blank. | ||
If you wish the terminal to have default [[Keyword]]s, click "Make Wall Terminal" or "Make Desk Terminal". The Keywords box will autofill with the appropriate defaults. | If you wish the terminal to have default [[Keyword]]s, click "Make Wall Terminal" or "Make Desk Terminal". The Keywords box will autofill with the appropriate defaults. | ||
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'''Menu Entry 4''' | '''Menu Entry 4''' | ||
*Select Index 4 [x] Menu Item OFF. | *Select Index 4 [x] Menu Item OFF. | ||
*Navigate to Item Conditions > Right click "Paste Conditions". | *Navigate to Item Conditions > Right click "Paste Conditions". No changes are necessary. | ||
*Click "Ok" to save the condition. | *Click "Ok" to save the condition. | ||
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==Compling Papyrus== | ==Compling Papyrus== | ||
Now let's write the actual fragment. It uses [[ | Now let's write the actual fragment. It uses [[SetValue_-_GlobalVariable]] to set the Global Variable. | ||
'''Menu Entry 1''' | '''Menu Entry 1''' | ||
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= Creating the Workshop Object = | = Creating the Workshop Object = | ||
COBJs for full menus or individual menu items can be toggled. Keyword-controlled menus will need a global placed on every COBJ with the same menu keyword to effectively turn off that menu. Formlist-controlled menus should only need the global placed on the primary menu COBJ. | |||
For purposes of this tutorial, we'll be duplicating an existing workshop item in order to create our conditioned recipe for it. | For purposes of this tutorial, we'll be duplicating an existing workshop item in order to create our conditioned recipe for it. | ||
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= Creating the Workshop Object Recipe = | = Creating the Workshop Object Recipe = | ||
Now that we have our item, let's create the recipe. The recipe we're creating will be toggling on and off from the Ball Track Menu | Now that we have our item, let's create the recipe. The recipe we're creating will be toggling on and off from the Ball Track Menu. | ||
*Select OLT_workshop_PictureFrame02A | *Select OLT_workshop_PictureFrame02A | ||