Unified Driver Surveyor - Revision history

Tonyhilliam: /* Changes to existing behaviour */

2022-05-19T01:40:58Z

Changes to existing behaviour

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	* The Surveyor Mode toggle allows you to swap instantly from Driver to Surveyor and back again without any delay or loading screen.		* The Surveyor Mode toggle allows you to swap instantly from Driver to Surveyor and back again without any delay or loading screen.
	* A game pause control has been added to Surveyor (in the Tools Menu).		* A game pause control has been added to Surveyor (in the Tools Menu).
	* Switching modes ~~does not~~ pause the game automatically, so after switching from Driver to Surveyor ~~your trains will keep moving~~.		* Switching modes will pause the game automatically, so after switching from Driver to Surveyor you can choose to Unpause at any time
			* NOTE: Pausing in Surveyor prevents certain animations from playing.
	* The "Edit Trains" option is removed from Tools menu in Driver (this is replaced by Surveyor Mode where you can access all the editing tools, not just Trains).		* The "Edit Trains" option is removed from Tools menu in Driver (this is replaced by Surveyor Mode where you can access all the editing tools, not just Trains).
	* Achievement progress is disabled if you activate Surveyor mode.		* Achievement progress is disabled if you activate Surveyor mode.

Tonyhilliam: /* Changes to existing behaviour */

2019-10-02T15:51:47Z

Changes to existing behaviour

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	==Changes to existing behaviour==		==Changes to existing behaviour==
	There are a number of differences to the way things used to operate.		There are a number of differences to the way things used to operate. The key changes are found in the new Tools Menu in Driver and Surveyor.

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	* The Quickdrive option in the menu is removed. Use "Create Session" to gain access to all of the Surveyor Tools to create a new driving/operating session.		* The Quickdrive option in the menu is removed. Use "Create Session" to gain access to all of the Surveyor Tools to create a new driving/operating session.

Tonyhilliam: /* Save Session Options */

2019-09-14T05:21:16Z

Save Session Options

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	* NOTE: This is different to the old Save Game option which would not affect the original Session asset, but would instead create a new Save Game asset.		* NOTE: This is different to the old Save Game option which would not affect the original Session asset, but would instead create a new Save Game asset.
	* Or, if you don't want to lose the "original start position" for the session, then choose "Create a New Session"		* Or, if you don't want to lose the "original start position" for the session, then choose "Create a New Session"
	* NOTE: This means you now have two sessions saved - the old one has the original start positions, and the new one has the current ~~start~~ positions.		* NOTE: This means you now have two sessions saved - the old one has the original start positions, and the new one has the current saved positions.
	* You can continue to "save and overwrite", or "save and create new" as often as you like.		* You can continue to "save and overwrite", or "save and create new" as often as you like.
	* Obviously the more times you choose to create new, the more copies of the session you will have to choose from.		* Obviously the more times you choose to create new, the more copies of the session you will have to choose from.

Tonyhilliam: /* Save Session Options */

2019-09-14T05:20:32Z

Save Session Options

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	* NOTE: This is different to the old Save Game option which would not affect the original Session asset, but would instead create a new Save Game asset.		* NOTE: This is different to the old Save Game option which would not affect the original Session asset, but would instead create a new Save Game asset.
	* Or, if you don't want to lose the "original start position" for the session, then choose "Create a New Session"		* Or, if you don't want to lose the "original start position" for the session, then choose "Create a New Session"
	This means you now have two sessions saved - the old one has the original start positions, and the new one has the current start positions.		* NOTE: This means you now have two sessions saved - the old one has the original start positions, and the new one has the current start positions.
	* You can continue to "save and overwrite", or "save and create new" as often as you like.		* You can continue to "save and overwrite", or "save and create new" as often as you like.
	* Obviously the more times you choose to create new, the more copies of the session you will have to choose from.		* Obviously the more times you choose to create new, the more copies of the session you will have to choose from.

Tonyhilliam: /* Save Session Options */

2019-09-14T05:19:14Z

Save Session Options

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	* Choose "Overwrite" to save your current progress and overwrite the "original start position" Session asset.		* Choose "Overwrite" to save your current progress and overwrite the "original start position" Session asset.
	* NOTE: This is different to the old Save Game option which would not affect the original Session asset, but would instead create a new Save Game asset.		* NOTE: This is different to the old Save Game option which would not affect the original Session asset, but would instead create a new Save Game asset.
	* Or, if you want to ~~keep your~~ "original start position" for the session~~, but save your progress as well~~, then choose "Create a New Session"		* Or, if you don't want to lose the "original start position" for the session, then choose "Create a New Session"
	* By clicking Create New you now have the "original start ~~position" session asset~~, and a new ~~"progress saved" asset~~.		This means you now have two sessions saved - the old one has the original start positions, and the new one has the current start positions.
	* You can continue to "save and overwrite", or "save and create new" as often as you like.		* You can continue to "save and overwrite", or "save and create new" as often as you like.
	* Obviously the more times you choose to create new, the more copies of the session you will have to choose from.		* Obviously the more times you choose to create new, the more copies of the session you will have to choose from.

			==Save Route and Do Not Save Session==
			Another option to keep your original starting positions is to make edits in the Route Layer, then on exiting, choose Save > Overwrite Route + Do not save session.

			* Start with a route with a loop track and single loco in "12 o'clock" on the route.
			* Drive Session, switch to Surveyor, paint the terrain, raise the terrain, add new track, new signals, new scenery
			* You can either have the train paused while doing the edits or not - that's up to you.
			* Switch back to driver
			* Train is now at 6 o'clock and you're done editing and driving
			* Exit and Save > Overwrite existing route + Do not save session.
			* From the menu, Drive session again.
			* Your trains are in their starting locations, and your route layer edits are maintained.

	==Using Create Session to replace Quickdrive==		==Using Create Session to replace Quickdrive==

Tonyhilliam: /* Changes to existing behaviour */

2019-09-13T04:48:00Z

Changes to existing behaviour

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	* [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] can now be manually reset after returning from Driver (see below for more details).		* [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] can now be manually reset after returning from Driver (see below for more details).
	* A number of [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] have been updated to correct flaws exposed by UDS, but many have not. See [[Session_Rule_Implementation\|Session Rule Implementation]] for a programmers guide to correct Rule behaviour.		* A number of [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] have been updated to correct flaws exposed by UDS, but many have not. See [[Session_Rule_Implementation\|Session Rule Implementation]] for a programmers guide to correct Rule behaviour.
	* There are significant changes to handling of rolling stock ~~plaed~~ in the route layer (more information below)		* There are significant changes to handling of rolling stock placed in the route layer (more information below)

	==Save Games ==		==Save Games ==

Tonyhilliam: /* Route Layer Versus Session Layer */

2019-09-13T04:46:17Z

Route Layer Versus Session Layer

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	The simplest thing to remember is to '''always place train vehicles in a Session''' and not directly in the route.		The simplest thing to remember is to '''always place train vehicles in a Session''' and not directly in the route.

			If you forget this and do place your loco in the route layer, it will show up in the current session, but not in other sessions.

			This process is necessary to avoid a number of "uncertain outcomes" such as what to do if those other sessions already have something sitting on the track at that location, or the track has been removed altogether in another session.

	==Edit Session Rules==		==Edit Session Rules==

Tonyhilliam at 04:32, 13 September 2019

2019-09-13T04:32:47Z

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	Unified Driver Surveyor ([[UDS]]) replaces the concept of "Quickdrive" and greatly expands upon the capabilities previously provided. In short, the system allows you to switch back and forward between Driver Mode and Editor (Surveyor) Mode instantly. When you switch mode, the User Interface changes and functionality changes accordingly.		Unified Driver Surveyor (UDS) replaces the concept of "Quickdrive" and greatly expands upon the capabilities previously provided. In short, the system allows you to switch back and forward between Driver Mode and Editor (Surveyor) Mode instantly. When you switch mode, the User Interface changes and functionality changes accordingly.

	==Switching Modes==		==Switching Modes==

Tonyhilliam at 04:30, 13 September 2019

2019-09-13T04:30:17Z

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	Unified Driver Surveyor (UDS) replaces the concept of "Quickdrive" and greatly expands upon the capabilities previously provided. In short, the system allows you to switch back and forward between Driver Mode and Editor (Surveyor) Mode instantly. When you switch mode, the User Interface changes and functionality changes accordingly.		Unified Driver Surveyor ([[UDS]]) replaces the concept of "Quickdrive" and greatly expands upon the capabilities previously provided. In short, the system allows you to switch back and forward between Driver Mode and Editor (Surveyor) Mode instantly. When you switch mode, the User Interface changes and functionality changes accordingly.

	==Switching Modes==		==Switching Modes==

Tonyhilliam at 04:19, 13 September 2019

2019-09-13T04:19:10Z

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	* [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] can now be manually reset after returning from Driver (see below for more details).		* [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] can now be manually reset after returning from Driver (see below for more details).
	* A number of [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] have been updated to correct flaws exposed by UDS, but many have not. See [[Session_Rule_Implementation\|Session Rule Implementation]] for a programmers guide to correct Rule behaviour.		* A number of [[Session_Rules_Overview\|Session Rules]] have been updated to correct flaws exposed by UDS, but many have not. See [[Session_Rule_Implementation\|Session Rule Implementation]] for a programmers guide to correct Rule behaviour.
			* There are significant changes to handling of rolling stock plaed in the route layer (more information below)

	==Save Games ==		==Save Games ==
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	==Not Saving your Session==		==Not Saving your Session==
	Sometimes, you may not want to overwrite or create new. The Exit > Don't Save option will forget any progress made during the session and leave the original Session unchanged.		Sometimes, you may not want to overwrite or create new. The Exit > Don't Save option will forget any progress made during the session and leave the original Session unchanged.

			==Route Layer Versus Session Layer==
			Historically, the "Route Layer" has been the foundation where the terrain, track, buildings and scenery reside. Sessions (and Session Layers) have been where the more interactive, changeable elements reside.

			Previously, Session layer data would override Route layer data in the following cases:
			* environmental data
			* junction direction
			* script properties (including, but not limited to, industry configuration)

			In other words, if the roue showed it was midday, and the session was set to start at midnight, the session would begin in the dark.

			With UDS, we are now adding to that list:
			* train vehicle placement

			What this means is that placing a train in the route layer will mean it will not show in your existing sessions (other than the one you are currently editing).

			The simplest thing to remember is to '''always place train vehicles in a Session''' and not directly in the route.

	==Edit Session Rules==		==Edit Session Rules==
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	==Practical examples:==		==Practical examples:==
	===Adding or Replacing Trains===		===Adding or Replacing Trains===
	Switch to Surveyor mode, open the Trains Tab, select a loco or some rolling stock and place on the track (or open the Consist tab to create or place a whole train).		Switch to Surveyor mode, open the Trains Tab, select a loco or some rolling stock and place the items on the track (or open the Consist tab to create or place a whole train).

	Note that the Driver Setup rule will be marked complete, so you will need to reset it in order to get it running again.		Note that the Driver Setup rule will be marked complete, so you will need to reset it in order to get it running again.
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	===Adding or Replacing Track===		===Adding or Replacing Track===
	The normal restrictions of not being able to move track that has a train on it still apply.		The normal restrictions of not being able to move track that has a train on it still apply. You will also need to be cautious when editing route layers as changes made will affect all sessions the rely on that route.

	TIP: Lay a short section of track nearby, move your train to the new track, make your edits, them move the train back again and delete your temporary track.		TIP: Lay a short section of track nearby, move your train to the new track, make your edits, them move the train back again and delete your temporary track.

	===Adding or Replacing ~~Trackside~~ Objects===		===Adding or Replacing Other Objects===
	Ever find yourself testing a Session you'~~ve created~~, and realise you need an extra signal? Or that a trackmark or trigger is misnamed? With UDS you can switch to Surveyor, correct ~~your mistake~~, and continue testing the Session without any ~~interruption~~.		Ever find yourself testing a Session you're creating, and realise you need an extra signal? Or that a trackmark or trigger is misnamed or in the wrong location? Or perhaps you've just spotted a car floating above the carpark.

			With UDS you can switch to Surveyor, correct the issue, then switch back and continue testing the Session without interruption.

			For an ongoing/persistent style session, it's likely you can save at any time without affecting gameplay (since the current location of the trains will be retained when you return to Driver). For linear sessions intended to start at a certain time and location (like the Tutorials for example), you can simply reset the train positions to their starting locations manually once you're done testing and editing.

	~~===Adding or Replacing Scenery Objects or Splines===~~		Either way this can really speed up your workflow since you don't need to start the session over each time you want to edit and test your edits.
	~~Driving along and notice something missing or out of place? That tree a little too close~~ to the ~~track? A house that slightly floating? Switch~~ to ~~Surveyor, add, move or delete the item(s) then switch back to Driver mode. Make sure you save~~ your ~~Route/Session changes when you're done, but remember you can do that directly from Driver~~.

	===Changing/Editing Environment Settings===		===Changing/Editing Environment Settings===