How do I Record and Read a Log file?

[Scott B]

A first time VSQL user may be a little confused by the two kinds of files VSQL uses.  The first type is a simple picture of the boards (.vsav).  The second is a recording of your comments, die rolls and counter movements (vlog).  The vsav is used to save your game setup and the vlog is used to record game play.  

Hint: Don't log your setup, your opponent doesn't want to log through 15 variations of it.  Use File\Save Game for just a picture.

How to load a log file:

1. File\load game
2. Alternately: double click on the log file
3. works with a .vsav file also.

How to play a log file

1. Load the log file
2. Press => button on VSQL tool bar
3. Alternately press the PgDn button on keyboard.

How to record a log file

1. File\begin log file to start.
2. record your turn.
3. File\end log file to end.
4. Warning:
1. If you forget to End Log file and it is lost.
2. File\ Save file does not work with logs, it only saves a picture file.
3. Play your opponents log completely before beginning your log file.
4. check VSQL\Files\Preferences\Auto-report moves
5. check VSQL\Files\ Preferences\ Center on opponents moves for easier viewing.

Suggested File Names

• 00_Scen1_step      (a vsav)
  
• 01_Scen1_RT1a     (a vlog)
• 02_Scen1_RT1b
• 03_Scen1_RT1c
• 04_Scen1_GT1a
• 05_Scen1_GT1b
• ...