PUZZLE DESCRIPTION

This dialog contains six input fields and four check boxes which enable you to input some descriptive material concerning the puzzle, or to configure its mode of operation when it is used with the on-screen Solve function or the companion Java Applet.

When you enter this dialog, you may find that some or all of the fields already contain data. This will be the data which applied to the most recent puzzle with which you interacted. Any or all of these fields may be retained for the new puzzle if you wish, or you can edit the fields with new data.

The input fields are:-
  • File Name: Enter a file name for the puzzle which you are about to construct. The maximum number of characters you can use for the name will depend on the operating system of your computer. It is suggested that you limit the name to a maximum of 20 characters, and that you refrain from using space characters within the name. If you type in a name which is already in use, you will receive a warning. If you ignore this warning, then the existing puzzle will be destroyed when the newly constructed one is automatically saved to disk.

  • Puzzle Name: This is an optional field. If a Name is entered, it can be used by the printing function to associate a title with the printed puzzle.

  • Author: If you are creating puzzles for publication in newspapers or magazines, you can enter an author attribution which can be associated with the puzzle when it is printed.

  • Copyright: Similarly, a copyright notice entered here can be associated with the puzzle when it is printed.

  • Puzzle Number: If you like to print a serial number with your puzzles, this field will provide you with a very simple way of doing so.

  • Puzzle Notes: Some puzzles have special features built into them, and details of these features need to be conveyed to the solver. The print function of this program provides a simple method of associating these notes with the puzzle when it is printed.

The checkboxes are:-
  • Disable Reveal Feature: Setting this check box will result in the puzzle being saved in a way which prevents the Reveal one Symbol and Reveal Solution buttons from working in the integrated Solve functions, or in the companion Java Applets.

  • Disable Show Errors Feature: Similarly, the Reveal Errors function will not work if this check box is selected.