function reference for objectdcl

I'm trying to write a lisp using objectdcl but I am having a hgard time
guessing the functions to use. Is there a function reference anywhere?

Thanks, kemp

 

I don't have objectdcl handy here but isn't there
a help file that comes with it that lists the functions?

 

Yes, but it is extremely limited. For example I wan to know the functions
relating to "SlideView" - I found "Odcl_SlideView_Load" works, but it's not
referenced anywhere so I can't tell how it works...

Thanks

 

As for James Maeding, he uses ObjectDCL a lot.

 

Kemp,

Depending on which version of objectDCL you have the words may vary. But
what you do is right click on the dialog item in the ObjectDCL editor, then
select "Intelligent help" or I think in the older versions "properties".
Anyways it's one of the lower menu items of the right click popup.

HTH,

Devin

 

Maybe my understanding of these is lacking - but in my vesion it has
"Intelligent Help" instead of properties, and the options there don't seem
to be very comprehensive at all....

Thanks
kemp

 

Hi Kemp, the Intelligent Help is designed to list all the available properties and functions of the control or dialog box selected and right clicked on. Most of the functions have good descriptions This help system will give a description of the property or function and most importantly it will display the correct AutoLisp syntax for calling the selected control or dialog box, making it easier for you. Also under the help pull down menu, click on help. Then a dialog box will come up asking you which of the 4 help files you wish to read. The first selection tells you how to activate the Intelligent Help system. The second gives you a list of all the addition functions that are not control or dialog box specific. The third option will display the Autodesk University course written by Joel Roderick (which is distributed with his permission). The last option displays the generic Help file. Also if you are looking for examples there is the on-line extensive knowledge base of questions from programmers with answers with sample code. It can be found at www.objectdcl.com/knowledgebase/knowledgebase.html

 

kemp,

You want the Object Browser, not properties. This will explain the lisp
syntax and evan write it to your lisp file for you. Usually with ObjectDCL
your either "reacting" to an event or setting / getting data about a
control. Use the object browser and properties in conjuntion to understand
how to work with the control. If you need any specific examples let me
know.

jb