Type /Autolog to see the Auto Combat Logger Frame
The "Auto Combat Logger" addon for World of Warcraft enhances the game experience by providing automated combat logging functionality. Combat logging is a crucial feature for players who want to analyze their combat performance, track progress, or share combat data with others.
The addon creates a customizable UI element that serves as a control hub for logging activities. This UI element can be moved around the screen and hidden when not needed, ensuring flexibility and convenience for the player.
Upon opening the addon interface, the user is greeted with a clear title, "Auto Combat Logger," indicating the purpose of the addon. Below the title, there is a status text displaying whether combat logging is currently enabled or disabled. This status text provides instant feedback to the player regarding the logging state.
The main functionality of the addon revolves around three primary buttons:
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Toggle Logging Button:
- This button allows the player to enable or disable combat logging with a single click.
- When clicked, it toggles the logging state and updates the status text accordingly.
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Check Status Button:
- Provides a quick way for the player to check whether combat logging is enabled or disabled.
- When clicked, it displays a message in the default chat frame indicating the current logging status.
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Hide Button:
- Allows the player to hide the addon's UI element when it's not needed.
- Clicking this button hides the UI, reducing clutter on the screen.
Additionally, the addon provides a slash command (/autolog) as an alternative method to open the addon interface. Typing "/autolog" in the chat will reveal the UI element, along with updating the logging status.
For further customization, the addon offers an options panel accessible through the game's interface options menu. This panel allows players to tweak settings according to their preferences. The options panel includes:
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Auto Logging in Instances Checkbox:
- Enables or disables automatic combat logging specifically in instances (dungeons, raids, battlegrounds, etc.).
- Players can toggle this option based on their logging requirements in different gameplay scenarios.
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Verbose Logging Checkbox:
- Enables or disables verbose logging, which provides more detailed combat data.
- Enabling verbose logging may result in larger log files but offers more comprehensive combat analysis.
The inclusion of these options enhances the addon's versatility, allowing players to tailor combat logging to their specific needs and preferences.
In summary, the "Auto Combat Logger" addon streamlines combat logging in World of Warcraft, providing players with an efficient and user-friendly tool to monitor and analyze their combat activities. With its intuitive UI, customizable settings, and convenient access methods, the addon significantly improves the logging experience for players seeking to optimize their gameplay performance.