ChangeDir
Script function world.ChangeDir Read about scripting Type Method Summary Changes the MUSHclient working directory Prototype `long ChangeDir(BSTR Path);` View list of data type meanings Description `This lets you change the current working directory used by MUSHclient. This is useful for situations (like plugins) where you want to load files relative to the plugin location but are unsure if the working directory is at the plugin location. eg. ChangeDir (GetInfo (66)) --> ensure directory is MUSHclient.exe directory Note that some actions (like opening world files) may change the directory (eg. to the world file directory) as a side-effect.` VBscript example
    ChangeDir GetInfo (66)
Lua example
    ChangeDir (GetInfo (66))
Return value
    0 - Did not change directory
    1 - Did it OK
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