dynamic user interface?

qnine · 21 Jan 2007

hi over, I'm not quite sure what you mean, so I might have this wrong but what you want to do is have a number x that is multiplied or divided by a number y where y is supplied from a control? If thats the case then yes it is certainly possible. If you'd like an example then let me know.

Oh, and welcome to the forums 🙂

Dave

overhishead · 21 Jan 2007

is there a way to create a graphic that can be mapped (for mouseclicks) by a variable, and with dimensions that are defined by a variable?

i have visions of a vsti that changes form based on user input.

qnine · 21 Jan 2007

ahh, so you want to create something like the Delay Lama plugin then, where a background graphic changes according to the values of the inputs? I think that could be done, not sure how difficult it would be though. (You'll have to excuse my lack of intelligence, my brain is still half asleep)

Dave

overhishead · 21 Jan 2007

on the code level, is it possible to resize a graphic with a variable that is user-controlled?

further, could those coordinates be used to constrain a mouse function?

qnine · 21 Jan 2007

You could certainly constrain the mouse to a certain area using a variable, I'm not too sure about resizing a bitmap graphic, but If the graphic is created using SM's vector graphics capabilities then it should be possible.

Dave

overhishead · 21 Jan 2007

When i say "constrain the mouse" what i mean is picking an area of functionality from variables that either are, or relate to the coordinates of a vector graphic.

Can the coordinates of a vector graphic be used as the coordinates of a mouse function (such as a button?)

Where should i go to learn more about vector graphics? Any thread in particular?

i am less interested in graphic stunts and more interested in flexible, dynamic control and functionality.

thanks for your helpful posts.

qnine · 21 Jan 2007

overhishead wrote: When i say "constrain the mouse" what i mean is picking an area of functionality from variables that either are, or relate to the coordinates of a vector graphic.

Can the coordinates of a vector graphic be used as the coordinates of a mouse function (such as a button?)

Yes, that can be done quite easily with SM. It might be a bit more difficult if the area you wish the mouse to function in is not square, but I think even that is possible.

overhishead wrote: Where should i go to learn more about vector graphics? Any thread in particular?

No forum threads come to mind, so all I can do is point you at chapters 4 & 7 of the User Guide. You might also find some helpful stuff on the Wiki.

Dave

overhishead · 21 Jan 2007

I have never made a vsti, nor am i sure what environment is most optimal to program a vsti in. i was looking for the topic and this site came up. I'm glad I found it. from what I see, Synthmaker is quite impressive. People are doing very interesting things with this tool.

infuzion · 22 Jan 2007

You can make SM graphics with vector primitives, & perhaps resize them by controlling their area-ins.

But I'd personally make a second GUI that is switchable. The 2nd "screen" may be a duplicate that is smaller, or a different layout that has fewer features.