HLM - Minter Helper Checker Whatever 2.0.2

[Aorin]

Sorry haven't been recieving updates to this thread.

 

Without looking, it is really just the same parameters just different exe name? If you can give some information about it I can get it added in for those that need it. Cheers

Thanks for your time.

 

Say I'm making a cleanup or first check-up in my Hyperspin for the first time using your HLM checker, I'm using HS 1.4 build 15 and Rocket Launcher+Rocket Launcher UI with the latest updates.

When I start the program and put all the paths needed, even for Image Magic because I want to try out the simple wheel creator function, or trying to use the built in youtube downloader.

Seems that HLM Checker finds only media from Rocket Launcher folder, but it doesn't assess any system for Hyperspin, only Main Menu stuff.

[Aorin]

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[potts43]

I understand that all this stuff takes time. I didn't want to upgrade either but I must say that some bugs forced me into it. So far it's definitely worth it. If you could perhaps put in the paths an option for Rockerlauncher that would solve the launcher issue but I can't fathom why 2 people using different HS versions aren't getting media scans for HS media. Obviously this has nothing to do with using HL or RL.

[gigapig]

It does seem queer that the HyperSpin scan does nothing, I'm pretty sure I have the paths correct. Nothing has really changed on the HS side other than the exe and the full path to RocketLauncher.

[potts43]

It does seem queer that the HyperSpin scan does nothing, I'm pretty sure I have the paths correct. Nothing has really changed on the HS side other than the exe and the full path to RocketLauncher.

I take it yours isn't working right either? I'm going to try an older version to see if the issue is with v 2.02

[horseyhorsey]

 I have seen what's causing the issue because using old hyperlaunch directory in a couple of places.

 

I did start to work on a revamp though and shouldn't take too long to add what's in 2.0.2

 

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[potts43]

I have seen what's causing the issue because using old hyperlaunch directory in a couple of places.

I did start to work on a revamp though and shouldn't take too long to add what's in 2.0.2

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Fantastic news! Thank you very much mate.

[gigapig]

Very sexy. 

[Silverback]

Nice one Horsey!

[horseyhorsey]

Cool. While I'm sort of on this now, if you have anything extra you need it to do, request it here and we'll see. 

 

I have added very minimal support for adjusting the romname & description and saving the xml. I know Potts did want this at some point.

 

I don't think the main menu selector was added in the last public version but this just allows you to work on a different main menu.xml when you need to. I have a few different main menu xmls, this allows me to work on the other systems not on my wheel.

[potts43]

Awesome news mate. Looking forward to testing it out [emoji6]

[horseyhorsey]

Looking for a couple of testers if possible!? Dropbox link.

[Aorin]

Where's the link buddy?

[horseyhorsey]

Just uploaded a few snapshots. Starting to get somewhere now and will be a name change to Hypermint. Soon as finished to a decent standard I'll make a new thread.

 

Cheers all people testing!

 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/mk91k9zb4x9py16/main.png?dl=0

https://www.dropbox.com/s/8ny5oq077ixlcim/assetwithyoutube.png?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/wp4qfccoyp3m6z1/menumanage.png?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/7br8oqd5ue14ers/tools.png?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/5oiho5kvrw73552/wheels.png?dl=0

[potts43]

I'm liking it, but it might be worth considering brief tutorial video demonstrations of its features. I for one will be using this and would love to be shown how you use all of the features as you intended [emoji106]

[gigapig]

Just had a look and set some paths, is it just the path to the ImageMagic folder or to an exe?

 

It also took me a minute to find the scan buttons and next job is to work out how to use the bezel edit again. Looking good so far.

[potts43]

Just had a look and set some paths, is it just the path to the ImageMagic folder or to an exe?

It also took me a minute to find the scan buttons and next job is to work out how to use the bezel edit again. Looking good so far.

It's very different to the last one. That's why I suggested a brief video tour.

[gigapig]

Yeah, it's like the Horseman has been using recreational drugs. Is there a psychedelic version?

[horseyhorsey]

Lol guys.

 

Imagemagick is just the path, which that uses the convert.exe. Should both work, IM 64 & 32. This may change in the future but all depending whether I can be arsed or not. This is taking more time than I anticipated.

 

There should be a tooltip for most buttons? Wanting to move on from labeling every single button like its 1998 but I'll draw in lines and point to what does what if its that complicated?

 

Most things you press with not hurt HS or RL. New main menus are created inside hypermint folders. The same goes for any game database for a system you edit.

 

I'm 89.9% done with the bezel edit it's just disabled for now. Wanting to be able to give you the option on any image whilst inside here to send to the bezel editor.

 

Same goes for when you convert a manual. Especially Nintendo with the booklets after you chop them you can send to instruction cards or just straight convert to an instruction card with your "Author & description" template.

[horseyhorsey]

The intro video generator will be much easier for anyone to make their own intros in well under 10 minutes including conversion. From script > final video >HS folder.

 

Run a check if you're using mame or some system where the video sizes vary and pull these from your list if using the random selection.

[horseyhorsey]

Right, haha. I was going to start putting together some help but this is not worth it at this point in time.

 

For now just think of each panel as a section:

 

The left panel with the systems and its buttons are just for Main menu selections and manager. Create new main menus for a master list (which you can edit Hypermint\Databases\Master.xml). Stored in Hypermint so you can switch to your main menu.xml inside here.

Many may not have use for this but I do when I want to strip back the HS main wheel. Just by doing this and not manually is saving a few minutes messing about each time.

 

Lego brick = Build new menu, edit existing.

Combo select a main menu from your HS\Databases\Main Menu. (Main Menu.xml, OCDList.xml, 200systemsMainMenu.xml, faveMainMenu.xml, JustForTehKids.xml, SavillesAdultList.xml) You get the picture.

Magnify glass = scan for systems if you changed main menu.

 

The panel where you find the HS & RL scan for media and cancel scan is really just for controlling what you see in the list. By filtering HS or RL (Individual column filtering will be added here too).

Database editing where you can check your favorites in list and save. DB edit switch.

 

Cog = settings

 

The game controller is for a pop up you haven't been able to see yet. But if you need to launch a game or test RL modes just right click on the list for now.

 

Viewer pane:

If your selection is Text or PDF the buttons appear enabled for conversion options. PDF > image . Text > Pdf. Cancel button works down here to stop these processes running. A snes manual can take up to a minute sometimes.

Cross arrow = Send selection\s to trash. Hypermint\Rubbish\ = Has been handy so far if I've noticed dodgy wheel outputs and old snapshot system where PNG are 7-10mb, delete from here and re run the wheel scan for just missing.

 

Drag any file to the viewer to copy into selections folder. If it's a HS wheel the image or video you drag to will be moved to rubbish and the new file named to the rom. This goes for when you're using the browser inside here, drag from web straight onto viewer, job done.

 

Think everything else is pretty straight forward and if you click something and doesnt work. More than likely its just disabled as its worked on.

[gigapig]

I have no clue what these buttons do but..... Just clicked the Main Menu Manager and the "Switch" button seems to be overlapping another box and to the right of that there is a drop down box which is very close to the bottom of the screen so I can't see if anything is in it. I think not but if it did I may not be able to see it.

[horseyhorsey]

Switch button was overlapping a couple of versions back.

 

Naming of new db = not implemented

Switch = not implemented

Saves to name of whatever menu is selected for now.

 

I have a few more things to do here. Adding a new system Top, Middle, Bottom (strike it lucky) would be handy as well if you have a big list.

 

 

            TODO:
                    Add systems count.
                    Textbox needs setting up for user to create unique menu names.
                    Implement switch xml.
                    Filtering on the master to remove already have systems from the master view.
                    Dragging from Master list.

                    Sort Alphabetically option.
                    Sort By most played systems.
                    Remove the item actually called "Main Menu" in system list!!!!!!  

[horseyhorsey]

Presets for instruction cards?

 

User can pre build IC parameters , so you can just send your image to one of these presets bypassing the whole drag drop & edit procedure.

[potts43]

Presets for instruction cards?

User can pre build IC parameters , so you can just send your image to one of these presets bypassing the whole drag drop & edit procedure.

Sounds up my street...just need to work out how to use that function [emoji4]

Where do I get this update...link for last one down mate.