Howdy,

I've managed to create a PNG that only displays a message (instructions) in my "Pose Library" using the following method:

"Created a png file.... opened a new blank file in notepad and entered the following lines:

{

version

*       {*

*       number 4.0*

*       }*

}

Saved it into my "Pose Library" giving it the same file name as I gave the "Display Only" png thumbnail but gave it a "pz2" extension so the "png" file would show up in the "Pose Library". 

That seemed to work.... HOWEVER, I notice that when an actor is in the scene (M3) and I happen to highlight my "Display Only" png file and click on the "single check mark" at the bottom, that it affects M3's pose (specifically his right leg).  Is there any way of producing a "Display Only" png file (for instructions) in the Pose Library without having the "single check mark" (apply library preset) appear on the bottom of the Pose Library?

I don't know if this has anything to do with it (I don't believe it does) but I figured I'd mention it as well.  The Display Only PNG file I created, I made larger than 91 x 91 so I could get fit more text instructions into it.  I currently have it at "115 width" x "95 height".  It displays without any problem, however I don't know if this would cause problems as generally to my understanding the PNG files in the libaries are usually set to 91 x 91.

Thanks in advance

Pandorian

Try that: { version { number 4.0 } figure { } }

Dizzi.... you've come to my aid yet again!  Thank you!  The right leg (as well as the entire figure) does not get affected "if" the Display Only PNG file is applied with the "single check mark".  Now, I know I may be pushing it, but is there any way of preventing that "single check mark" (apply library preset) from appearing altogether if someone should happen to highlight the "Display Only" PNG file?

P.S., one of the best gifts I've received thus far has been your PoseMagic2Pose product...... excellent product! Just figured I'd mention that in appreciation for your help. 

Thanks again

Pandorian

Quote - Now, I know I may be pushing it, but is there any way of preventing that "single check mark" (apply library preset) from appearing altogether if someone should happen to highlight the "Display Only" PNG file?

No.

Thanks nruddock.... :)

What is a Display Only .PNG, what's it for, what's it do?

It's basically meant for providing the user with additional instructions (IE, first load prop A, then load prop B) "without" being an "active" button. (IE, a button that will NOT affect or alter the scene, actor or prop in any way if it is pressed).

-Pandorian

Quote - What is a Display Only .PNG, what's it for, what's it do?

They act as seperators between groups of items.
This idea works better for P5 and below, which don't have P6's expandable library window (i.e. just have everything in one column).

Aha, thanks guys!

I figured these were just .PNGs withou associated .PZ2s, but there is code involved?  I do'nt have Poser with me right now, but does the .PNG need a .PZ2 to show up in the library, and is what Dizzi posted all that a .PZ2 needs to have in order to accompish this?

The code that Dizzi provided is the actual PZ2 you would use to accompany your "Display Only" PNG.  Simply copy and paste that code into NotePad then save it with the same name you plan on using for the "Display Only" PNG, however give it the extension PZ2 when you save it.  Your "Display Only" PNG will carry the extension PNG.

And yes, the PNG and PZ2 files work as a team..... the PNG file needs the accompanying PZ2 file in order for it show up in the library.

-Pandorian

Thanks, I'd been wondering about these!