Maps Tools & Tool Helper

jross194 · 03-23-07, 08:32 AM

Ok, I've searched for this but no luck (using the search forum/thread w/strings; tools, tool helper, helper, etc)...

The manual states you can edit the text for the markers you place on the map (x-number of char's; 18, 54 or somesuch) but doesn't say how to do it. I thought it might be the tool helper thingie but nothing [much] happens when I click that (it appears to be a compass - it opens but nothing else).

I have the D/L'd version (from Direct2Drive) and patch 1.1. This didn't work in 1.0 either.

Haven't seen anyone else mention this so I must be missing something. The ability to add custom text was a lil tidbit I wished SH3 had and to see this addressed in the manual for SH4 was a plus - now if I could just get it to work.

Many thanks,
Jeff

Sgian Dubh · 03-23-07, 08:59 AM

I second this request for information. I don't comprehend what the Tool Helper does either.

jross194 · 03-23-07, 05:43 PM

Sorry for the bump, but, anyone have any ideas about this?

03-23-07, 05:57 PM

id like this feature to. as it is now ill play with pen and paper and note down the markings # and then add the note to it on my paper. such as time stamp etc.

Kresge · 03-23-07, 07:00 PM

You have to get the deluxe edition with the wax pencil

I tried a bunch of different ideas last night and couldn't figure out any way to change the marking text.

I was also trying to figure out if there was a waypoint tool on the map or if you have to go down to the bottom toolbar and click the icon.

gmohr · 03-23-07, 07:04 PM

I know one answer... the tool helper displays a bearing rose on the end of the various tools as you click and drag them. Only if the tool helper is "on", or "open" if you catch my drift.

fullmetaledges · 03-23-07, 07:34 PM

bump

03-23-07, 08:32 AM	#1
jross194 Swabbie Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 7 Downloads: 160 Uploads: 0	Maps Tools & Tool Helper Ok, I've searched for this but no luck (using the search forum/thread w/strings; tools, tool helper, helper, etc)... The manual states you can edit the text for the markers you place on the map (x-number of char's; 18, 54 or somesuch) but doesn't say how to do it. I thought it might be the tool helper thingie but nothing [much] happens when I click that (it appears to be a compass - it opens but nothing else). I have the D/L'd version (from Direct2Drive) and patch 1.1. This didn't work in 1.0 either. Haven't seen anyone else mention this so I must be missing something. The ability to add custom text was a lil tidbit I wished SH3 had and to see this addressed in the manual for SH4 was a plus - now if I could just get it to work. Many thanks, Jeff

03-23-07, 08:59 AM	#2
Sgian Dubh Officer Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 245 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I second this request for information. I don't comprehend what the Tool Helper does either. __________________ \"One ping to find them all, One ping to link them; One ping to promote them all, and in the darkness sink them.\" with apologies to J.R.R. Tolkien

03-23-07, 07:00 PM	#5
Kresge Engineer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The Motor City Posts: 209 Downloads: 4 Uploads: 0	You have to get the deluxe edition with the wax pencil I tried a bunch of different ideas last night and couldn't figure out any way to change the marking text. I was also trying to figure out if there was a waypoint tool on the map or if you have to go down to the bottom toolbar and click the icon. __________________ ". . . sailors do not fancy living underwater without breathing in sunshine occasionally." Commodore Joseph Smith commenting on the USS Monitor

03-23-07, 05:43 PM	#3
jross194 Swabbie Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 7 Downloads: 160 Uploads: 0	Sorry for the bump, but, anyone have any ideas about this?

03-23-07, 05:57 PM	#4
Lio Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	id like this feature to. as it is now ill play with pen and paper and note down the markings # and then add the note to it on my paper. such as time stamp etc.

03-23-07, 07:04 PM	#6
gmohr Mate Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 51 Downloads: 4 Uploads: 0	I know one answer... the tool helper displays a bearing rose on the end of the various tools as you click and drag them. Only if the tool helper is "on", or "open" if you catch my drift.

03-23-07, 07:34 PM	#7
fullmetaledges Chief Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 314 Downloads: 120 Uploads: 0	bump