Variable inspector

Taken from https://hutonggames.fogbugz.com/default.asp?W50

The Variable Manager lets you add, delete, and edit the variables used by an FSM.

• 1. Variable Name: Descriptive name for the variable.

  2. Usage Count: The number of times the variable is used in the FSM.

  3. Variable Type: See FSM Variables.

  4. Settings Menu: See below.

  5. Delete: Delete a variable.

  6. Variable Editor: Add or Edit Variables.

Settings Menu

• • Debug Variable Values: Show variable values. Great for runtime debugging.

  • Delete Unused Variables: Delete any variables that are not used by this FSM.

  • Global Variables: Open the Global Variables Window.

  • Online Help: A link to this document.

Adding a New Variable

• • New Variable: Enter the name for the new variable.

  • Variable Type: Set the type for the new variable.

  • The new variable is auto-selected so you can edit it further. See below.

Editing a Variable

• • Select the variable in the table.

  • The panel at the bottom changes to Edit Variable.

  • Edit the variable's name and default value.

Finding Variables in Actions

You can also right click on the variable name to select states/actions that use the variable.