ChrisV opened this issue on Dec 23, 2009 · 16 posts
ChrisV posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 4:47 PM
Since using P8, I've found it more convenient to have the library in a floating, non-dockable window which I can move out of the way when accessing the parameters/properties section.
Today, I moved the window too far and I can't access it or recover it to show on-screen. I've tried doing a factory default restore but the window is still missing. (Yes, I've ticked the libraries window to 'on' in the drop-down menu. Unfortunately, I can't even force showing the window by using a higher resolution on my monitor as it's an LCD operating at its max resolution.)
Anybody know how to restore this window to show on screen - perhaps with a python script?
markschum posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 5:11 PM
with Poser 7 and earlier you can delete the UI prefs.xml file thats was in documents and settings/user/application data /poser 7 or in the program library folder.
LaurieA posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 5:26 PM
Your best bet is to go to Preferences and "Launch to Factory State". Sometimes that's the only way to get them back where you can grab them ;). Of course, you'll need to set your interface up like you want it again, but...
Laurie
ChrisV posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 5:36 PM
Quote - Your best bet is to go to Preferences and "Launch to Factory State". Sometimes that's the only way to get them back where you can grab them ;). Of course, you'll need to set your interface up like you want it again, but...
Laurie
Hi Laurie,
As per my first post, tha's exactly what I DID do (and first) but I still can't access the window - it still 'appears' to be off screen.
How do I delete my preferences file to remove the errant screen location for this window?
Thanks for your help
LaurieA posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 5:54 PM
If you're running an OS Vista or above, go to CUsers"Your Computer Name"AppDataRoaming.
Theres a file there called "Library Prefs.xml". Delete that and restart Poser. I'm using Poser 7, and I'm just assuming Poser 8 puts them in the same place...
Laurie
LaurieA posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 5:56 PM
Quote - Hi Laurie,
As per my first post, tha's exactly what I DID do (and first) but I still can't access the window - it still 'appears' to be off screen.
Oh, I apologize for missing that. My only excuse is that I'm not feeling too well this evening ;o).
Laurie
ChrisV posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 6:22 PM
Quote - If you're running an OS Vista or above, go to CUsers"Your Computer Name"AppDataRoaming.
Theres a file there called "Library Prefs.xml". Delete that and restart Poser. I'm using Poser 7, and I'm just assuming Poser 8 puts them in the same place...Laurie
Hi Laurie,
I'm running on XP under SR2. Checked all the .xml files in P8 and under windows; no such file exists. Opened the poser ini file and changed the line: library pallete location - still no use!
Any other suggestions or is it best to contact Smith Micro?
markschum posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 6:27 PM
You want ui Prefs not library prefs in
c:documents and settings/owner/application data/poser 7
instead of owner it may be your username
ChrisV posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 7:03 PM
Quote - You want ui Prefs not library prefs in
c:documents and settings/owner/application data/poser 7
instead of owner it may be your username
Nope, no good. Looked under Smith MicroPoser8 - nothing listed
Even tried setting the UI Previous to zero within Poser8.ini file - still no good
I guess I'll have to contact Smith Micro direct unless anyone else has any ideas.
LaurieA posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 7:17 PM
Aw, dang. Hope someone comes along who can help ya ;o).
And yes, I gave you the wrong file...lol. Just call me the stupid blonde. Geese I'm all outta sorts tonight. I'm gonna quit while I'm not ahead...lol.
Laurie
ChrisV posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 7:22 PM
Hi Laurie
Thanks for your help anyway. I've referred it to SM for them to sort out
Hope you feel better tomorrow!
Chris
Plutom posted Wed, 23 December 2009 at 9:21 PM
The .xml files are there, they are just hidden and I don't know where to go to unhide the files--I did in XP and win95. Anyone know where to go to unhide those critters? Jan
jonnybode posted Thu, 24 December 2009 at 1:04 AM
Hi!
Im on swedish XP and for me its, Vertyg / Mappalternativ / Visning / Visa dolda filer och mappar.
Guess that on an english system its: Tools / Folder options / Show / Show hidden files and folders.
Dizzi posted Thu, 24 December 2009 at 8:08 AM
Guys... just type "%appdata%Poser8.0" without quotes in the explorer Address bar... it's that simple...
The ui prefs are in the subfolder "English". And the prefs are not hidden at all.
ChrisV posted Thu, 24 December 2009 at 12:14 PM
Hi All
Problem Solved!
Although I had a reply from Smith Micro, I still had some difficulty in locating the required files
Many thanks to Dizzi for the suggestion - they showed up straight away and I deleted the neccessary files and restarted P8 successfully
Thanks to all
Apple_UK posted Thu, 24 December 2009 at 3:14 PM
window > libraries