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How to Test Lingo Scripts in Director

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You can test Lingo scripts in Macromedia Director by using the Message window. This allows you to test scripts immediately without first having to place them in the movie. These instructions apply to Macromedia Director 5.0. Procedures for other versions may vary.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Macromedia Director
  1. Step 1

    Choose Message from the Window menu.

  2. Step 2

    Type a Lingo command in the Message window.

  3. Step 3

    Hit Enter. The results appear in the Message window.

Tips & Warnings
  • For example, type "put random(6)," then hit Enter. The Message window will display a number between one and six that has been chosen at random.
  • You can also use the Debugger window for debugging activities.
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