June 29th, 2000

[2:00 PM] New Secret Decoder Ring, But Not From A Cereal Box by Staff Webb Toys software has released a new tool for SuperCard users, the AppleEvent DecoderRing. The AppleEvent DecoderRing allows SuperCard developers to know when their projects are using high performance AppleEvents, allowing simple software optimization. According to Webb Toys: he AppleEvent DecoderRing allows SuperCard users to find out what AppleEvents are being passed back and forth during an AppleScript execution. AppleEvents are much faster than an uncompiled AppleScript, so it is a good idea to use them whenever possible, especially when speed is an issue. To use AppleEvent DecoderRing, simply click the 'Import Dictionary' button and select the dictionary of the application you would like to translate. Now create an AppleScript using the Script Editor and run it. As you do, you will see the AppleEvent data being processed by the AppleEvent DecoderRing! You can also use it to decompile the AppleScript into AppleEvents using the simple steps explained in the program. The AppleEvent DecoderRing is available for free. You can find more information at the Webb Toys web site. Webb Toys