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.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

  • Macromedia Director

Step1
Choose Message from the Window menu.
Step2
Type a Lingo command in the Message window.
Step3
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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