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@n4gix - Bill, need some clarification if you would please.
In reference to: https://www.fsdeveloper.com/wiki/index.php/XtoMDL

When it comes to the different "/" commands or switches (ex: /XANIM and /DICT): It states that the "/XMLSAMPLE" is to be added at the end of the target Path for scenery models. Would it be correct to assume that this is to be also the case for the exterior (model) of an aircraft? The /XANIM and /DICT switches are to be used specifically for the cockpit or the interior control panel?
 
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No, I do not believe you should add XMLSAMPLE for any aircraft model?

I know if you want any animations at all (interior or exterior) you need the XANIM switch. And I believe you can use the DICT switch all the time. Although it might not be needed for scenery models, it probably doesn't hurt.
 
Well, going by the wiki, the /DICT is used to keep the cmd screen open which allows the user to follow along with XToMdl as it compiles. I was just wondering what the /XMLSAMPLE switch does in regards to scenery models.
 
Ok... I have found what I'm looking for :cool: !

The /XMLSAMPLE switch isn't necessary for scenery objects - unless you are planning on using the XML that is created for the placement. of the object. Tom, you are correct that aircraft (interior or exterior) do not use /XMLSAMPLE at all.
 
Good to know, thanks. Does the xml from XMLSAMPLE also include the ModelData information? If so, that makes it easy to add to a library using only XML and BGLComp.
 
Tom - It's actually including the source mdl name within the XML sample file (ex: ModelData sourceFile="C:\...\Scenery Development\Blender_Files\Files_Export\xxxxxxxxxx.mdl" />), but not the actual data of the model. Of course, you can change the location where the model will appear.

I'm not sure if this was a bug or not, but the /XMLSAMPLE switch doesn't work with the /XANIM switch. I can see that as being a problem in some cases.
 
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