Introduction

 

 

NodeWorks supports scripting through the C# Script node, allowing multiple script nodes within the editor, each executing different tasks. The integrated script editor provides essential development features, including syntax highlighting, function call tips, auto-completion, and compile error line bookmarks, streamlining the scripting workflow.

 

Script Compilation

For any script changes to take effect, the script must be compiled. Compilation can be triggered by:

• Clicking the Compile Script button on the node`s user interface.
• Using the script editor Compile menu option.
• Pressing ALT + C.

Additional shortcuts:

• Press ALT + C to compile the script.
• Hold ALT + CTRL during scene loading to skip script compilation.

Scripting capabilities can be expanded by including external assemblies and additional C# files.

 

Including External Assemblies

To include additional assemblies, use the nxLibrary() function at the top of the script.
By default, Autodesk.Max.dll is included.

 

void nxLibrary(assembly_path);

 

static void SimulationStart()

{

...

 

 

Including Additional C# Scripts

To reference external C# files, use the nxInclude() function at the top of the script.

 

void nxInclude(script_path);

 

static void SimulationStart()

{

...

 

 

Path Variables

The following variables can be used to define file paths within the script:

• 3ds Max root folder path: $maxroot
• Path to the scene file: $maxscene
• Environment path variable (retrieved from Windows Environment Variables): $env(string environment_variable_name)

These variables allow for dynamic path resolution, enabling flexible script configurations.