Provides an environment creating scripts and tools, and to interact with MotionBuilder through Python.
The Python Editor provides a robust environment for end users to create scripts and tools, and to interact with MotionBuilder through Python.
The Python Editor enables you to execute single-line scripts, multi-line scripts, and global scripts. It also enables you to configure MotionBuilder to receive scripts remotely, develop automation scripts, load and save script information as well as create custom MotionBuilder tools.
- single and multi-line entry,
- tabbed work areas,
- line numbering,
- color coding,
- history,
- keyboard shortcuts,
- script drag & drop,
- color coded error messages, and
- searching.
The Python Editor tool consists of the following areas: the toolbar, the interactive console, and the work area.
Python Editor: A. Toolbar B. Interactive console C. Work area
You can resize the Python Editor window by dragging any corner or border of the window.
This release of the MotionBuilder software product supports Python® version 2.7.3 and includes the entire Python Package – a benefit to users who no longer need to download the entire package from http://www.python.org to make use of functions that ship with the standard Python install.
For information about accessing and downloading the MotionBuilder SDK Help see About the MotionBuilder SDK Help