Irina "Zemlia" Sukhanova Many people have the desire to create their own game, and the Roblox platform, along with all its tools, provides the opportunity to fulfill this cherished dream. We have previously written about how to create your own masterpiece. You can read the article about it here.
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Today, however, we will discuss another important aspect, which is the script. We will explain in detail how to write it and what can help in this endeavor.
Roblox Studio
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We won't delve into the specifics of this program. We have provided a link to our previous article above, where everything is explained. Simply put, Roblox Studio gives users a wonderful opportunity to make their own game and share it on the platform for other players to enjoy.
This is an essential tool that will definitely come in handy for further programming.
What code does Roblox use
Now, let's examine these three mysterious letters — Lua. What is it? It's a special Roblox programming language with open source, which is quite simple to use. Without it, creating a script and, consequently, a future game would not be possible.
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However, don't think that this language is specialized exclusively for platform projects. For instance, it is also used for WoW.
All the positive aspects of learning Roblox Lua programming
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Before starting anything, it's important to get inspired and understand that this is indeed a useful activity worth spending time on.
A door to the rich world of programming
Admittedly, starting anything can be difficult. Routine can dampen any desire, and the first challenges might make you forget about the new activity altogether. However, the Roblox coding language will make the process exciting and less monotonous.
Developing creative abilities
It's never too late to discover potential within yourself. Perhaps there was a talent dormant somewhere in the soul, about which there was no suspicion.
Roblox Lua is so simple to learn that you will focus more on the creative process than on the coding itself.
A means of earning
Need even more motivation? Well, let us suggest one: money. After mastering the programming language, you will be able to earn money from the created game.
How to script Roblox
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Let's establish a simple truth right away: without Roblox scripts, nothing can be achieved, as they are a crucial component in the entire structure. They are responsible for many tasks related to games. You can find them in a folder named "ServerScriptService".
So, let's see what needs to be done to create special files:
- Activate Roblox Studio (and be sure to download it in advance if it hasn't already been done);
- Navigate to the Explorer;
- Hover over "ServerScriptService" to reveal a "+" button;
- Choose what you need, after which the editor will be activated;
- Right-click to rename it.
That's it! You've made progress, but this is not the end.
The Basics
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Now let's move directly to what everyone who wants to create a masterpiece on the platform needs to know. We will cover all the terms that will undoubtedly come in handy.
Strings
From the name, it's clear that this pertains to text, specifically a single line enclosed in quotes.
Tables
These are lists that encompass dictionaries, objects, or arrays.
Boolean
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No need to turn on logic here because it's already included. Essentially, everything revolves around True and False. For instance, 1 is less than 8. This would be a true value, whereas 9 being greater than 12 would be false.
Variables
To put it simply: this is an efficient way of "defining" or "storing" a value. There are 2 types:
- Local — necessary for the code, but these codes are created specifically for this type;
- Global — used in all codes.
Statements
They are required for composing a program. They announce or state what something is for or will do. There are many statements, but the most common is "if," as it's simple for beginner programmers.
Functions
The same code can be executed more than once by utilizing functions.
Loops
It operates indefinitely until a condition is met (or not). Let's consider all types:
- While — functions as long as the condition/statement is true;
- Repeat — operates until the condition/statement becomes true;
- For Loops — these are counted loops and called upon.
Roblox Studio scripting
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Before answering the main question, "How to use Roblox scripts?", we need to pause on another point. Let's not stray far from this magical program, which will become a magnificent assistant in creating games. You should understand it as well as possible to avoid any difficulties.
So, the program is open, but it will likely be a bit confusing at first. Here's a brief guide.
Baseplate creates a fresh scene for the script. Here, there are hotkeys — Ctrl and N. Press them simultaneously.
Ribbon Bar contains all the necessary tools.
Home Tab — click on this, and the basic settings for the scene will appear. This tab provides access to models, as mentioned below.
Model helps refine models, for instance, by moving them.
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Terrain — as the name suggests, this function adds more relief and reworks it.
Test panel allows players to test the created game.
View enables the changing, so to say, of the status of panels, that is, to activate them.
The Explorer Panel displays active components/objects at the current stage of work.
How to use scripts in Roblox
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We've now arrived at the main section of our article. After getting to know this the idea of creating Roblox scripts will no longer seem scary, even hypothetically.
Inserting Parts
- To start, you need to press Ctrl and N together, as we taught earlier. This is necessary to create a Baseplate.
- Then, ensure the Explorer Panel is activated. If it is not, seek assistance from the "View" tab to navigate to "Explorer".
- The Properties window is begging to be enabled, and you should do so.
- Next, click on Home, then on Part.
This is an excellent way to add an item to your future game project, which can be altered as desired.
Properties
Continuing our Roblox scripting tutorial, we now focus on properties, which are the characteristics of a detail that give it a sense of specificity. All parts have certain features, which we will list now:
Transparency — this needs no further explanation; we'll just note that 0 is completely opaque, and 1 is invisible.
BrickColor is responsible for the color palette.
Color3 is almost no different from the previous definition, just has a value of 3.
Name is, correspondingly, the name.
CanCollide helps determine if one object can pass through another.
Anchored determines the ability of gravity to act on an item.
Printing to debug
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If the script is created by default, then you will have to get used to the line "Print (“Hello, world!”)", which will be displayed. And when this notification appears, you need to click on "Output" from the "View" menu.
Here we come to the end of our guide, which covered the Roblox scripting language for programming, Lua, options, and sequential steps for creating a future masterpiece. Initially, this process may seem complicated and energy-intensive. Well, we all learn, and there's nothing wrong with that. The more practice you have in the script in Roblox , the easier it will become with each attempt.
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