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DarkBASIC Discussion / input function

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zane
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Posted: 18th Mar 2004 16:59
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im trying to make myown input function, but ive got a couple of problems.
1 - how would i delete one charicter from a string
2 - how would i test that no keys at all were pressed

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zircher
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Posted: 18th Mar 2004 17:10
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Use the scancode function in a loop, add a key delay timer to prevent multiple key strokes, edit the string when you detect the key code for Delete.
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zane
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Posted: 18th Mar 2004 18:55
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ok. ill go try that. thanks

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The Dream Keeper!
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Posted: 18th Mar 2004 21:14 Edited at: 18th Mar 2004 21:14
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if backspace()=1 then string$= left$(len(string$)-1, string$)

That should word for the deleting.. or something like it.. haven't tested.. but it should do!

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zane
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Posted: 19th Mar 2004 00:28
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thanks both. youve helped me alot

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