Sizing a layout with a script

[Warren Roberts]

I'm trying to use a layout like a warning box. I need to use a layout so that I can have a couple buttons to perform a script depending upon the users choice. I am trying to have the layout open in a much smaller window than the full layout and then when exiting return to the full layout size. Can anyone tell me how to do this?

[kenneth2k1]

Hi:

You can use the Toggle Window [Restore] to size down a window, but I would not recommend doing it this way. Here are 2 suggestions:

1. Make an object on the layout that "looks" like a dialog. It's kinda gank, but it works.

2. Use the Show Message or Show Custom Dialog command. This will allow you to have three different button options. Then use some If statements to perform the action of that button. For example:

If[status(CurrentMessageChoice) = 1]

Do this

If[status(CurrentMessageChoice) = 2]

Do this

If[status(CurrentMessageChoice) = 3]

Do this

Know what I mean?

Ken

[Ugo DI LUCA]

Hi all,

I was just wondering if any of you is using the MooveWindow plug-in ?

I downloaded this plug-in but never really used it.

In this instance, I'd keep going Ken's way, but...just curious about some experienced users with this plug-in.

[kenneth2k1]

Nope dude. Never used it. What does it do?

Ken

[SteveB]

You ought to consider a dialog plugin, as it will make your life a lot easier. I use Troi Dialogs which can handle up to four buttons. ( www.troi.com ). Some have recommended 24U Dialogs (www.24Usoftware.com)

Steve