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#1 2013-01-12 17:31:26
Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
Something really useful most paint programs do, is they let you use the arrow keys to control the tools (like the paint brush), not just the mouse.
Really helpful in some situations when you're trying to do something pixel by pixel, or if you just need a little extra precision. This'd also be really helpful for the "Set Costume Center" button.
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#3 2013-01-12 18:17:05
- technoguyx
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Re: Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
^^that.
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#4 2013-01-12 18:31:52
- ErnieParke
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Re: Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
Maybe instead of selecting the tools, it would pan the camera around? Either way, I think that this would be helpful, so I support.
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#5 2013-01-12 18:49:53
Re: Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
ErnieParke wrote:
Maybe instead of selecting the tools, it would pan the camera around? Either way, I think that this would be helpful, so I support.
Not selecting tools. Moving the cursor. Like helping move the mouse around.
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#6 2013-01-12 18:54:56
- cheddargirl
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Re: Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
dusty22 wrote:
Something really useful most paint programs do, is they let you use the arrow keys to control the tools (like the paint brush), not just the mouse.
Really helpful in some situations when you're trying to do something pixel by pixel, or if you just need a little extra precision. This'd also be really helpful for the "Set Costume Center" button.
If I'm not mistaken, you can move selected areas using the arrow keys. 
As for extra precision, why not just zoom in to see more clearly?
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#7 2013-01-12 19:04:33
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Re: Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
Agree
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#10 2013-01-16 21:11:52
Re: Using arrow keys in the Paint Editor
cheddargirl wrote:
If I'm not mistaken, you can move selected areas using the arrow keys.
As for extra precision, why not just zoom in to see more clearly?
True, but being able to use the arrow keys to move your paintbrush cursor (or costume centering point) 1 pixel at a time would be very useful in some situations!
Also, I didn't mean to use the arrow keys to select tools, I mean I don't see why not, but it seems like it'd be easier to just press the buttons with the mouse...
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