Mapping scripts to power pads

After a script has been created and tested, it can be mapped to a power pad to make it instantly accessible with a single click.

  1. Create the necessary scripts. Refer to Recording scripts for more information.
  2. Create a power pad and assign the script to a button:
    1. Click ViewProperties and select the Power Pads tab.
    2. Click New.
    3. Add the necessary objects, for example, add a button.
    4. Double-click the button to edit it. Click the Action tab.
    5. In the Action Type list, highlight Play Script.
    6. In the Script Files list, select the necessary script.
    7. Click OK.
    8. Save the power pad.
    Refer to Power pads for more information on creating and editing power pads.
  3. In the View Properties window, click Refresh.
    The newly created power pad displays in the Available Power Pad list.
  4. From the Available Power Pads list, select the power pad and click Add.
    The power pad displays in the Active Power Pads list.
  5. Click OK.
    The power pad opens in the display. It can remain floating or it can be docked at any of the four sides of the emulation window.