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Patch 3.2: UI changes coming to the PTR
Well wouldja look at that -- hidden in the just-released Patch 3.2 notes are a whole slew of UI changes to check out. Auto-completion for character names in mail, chat, and pop-up interfaces can now be enabled (and disabled) from the interface options. I believe auto-complete was already in there for mail, but now it'll be everywhere, and/or you'll be able to turn it off if you've sent things to the wrong place in the past. Names are getting a color option according to class, so if "Lolpaladins" is really a Death Knight, you'll know right away. Casting bars near a portrait's target will show whether the spell is interruptible or not. Some boss casts are not interruptible, so now you'll know with a glance. Druids will be able to see mana bars even while shape-shifted, which probably won't change gameplay much, but will be nice for bears and kitties. Item comparisons (like the ability to check other gear for slots while hovering over that gear) are now available everywhere -- hover over an item with Alt pressed to see what's currently equipped in that slot on your character. Macros and scripts can no longer target totems by name -- bye bye totem stompers. The quest log is getting a small revamp: it'll be "double-paned for more easily viewing quest information." We're not quite sure what that means (you'll be able to look at two quests at once? It'll break out the list of accepted quests into its own full-size window?), but we'll give you a look as soon as we see it on the PTR. Vendor prices will now be listed on items even if you're not at a vendor. This was a pretty common feature already, thanks to Auctioneer, but now it'll be built into the standard interface. Keep in mind that these notes are still subject to change -- what's listed here may never make it to the live realms at all. But it seems like there are quite a few changes due in Patch 3.2 are designed to streamline the interface and incorporate a number of elements from common addons. Patch 3.2 will bring about a new 5, 10, and 25 man instance to WoW, and usher in a new 40-man battleground called the Isle of Conquest. WoW.com will have you covered every step of the way, from extensive PTR coverage through the official live release. Check out WoW.com's Guide to Patch 3.2 for all the latest!
RapidoWrite 3.1
Do you ever get frustrated with writing redundant blocks of text? Have to copy and paste text every minute? Well, RapidoWrite hopes to solve this problem by allowing you to create a keyboard shortcut for text, dates, or anything you want to include -- anywhere, anytime. Just install RapidoWrite, enable access for assistive devices (System Preferences > Universal Access) and set your keywords. For instance, you could be typing a document and want to insert your contact information. You could enter this text by hand or create a keyword in RapidoWrite and type something like "MyContactInfo" and RapidoWrite would automatically insert your text. When you start typing the keyword, a little bubble will pop-up and allow you to auto complete the keyword (as well as list your keywords).The best part of RapidoWrite is that it is absolutely free. That's right, you can download RapidoWrite for free from the App4Mac website.
Mac 101: Shift + F5 Autocomplete
Reader Goobi wrote in reminding us of this neat little trick which I thought would make a great Mac 101. As you know OS X has a system-wide spell checker. What Goobi reminded us about is that you can access that spell checker to autocomplete words in any Cocoa text field (this only work in Cocoa applications). All you have to do is type a few letters and then hit Shift + F5. This will generate a drop-down list with all the words in the spell check dictionary that start with those letters.A great way to use this is for words that you have a hard time remembering how to spell. For example, I can never remember how to render 'bourgeois' correctly. So here I just type in the first four letters, hit Shift + F5, then scroll down.
Saft 8.3.0
PimpMySafari noticed that Saft, a vital Safari plug-in, has been updated to version 8.3.0. New and updated features include: New feature: AutoComplete always on New feature: Tab thumbnails (like Shiira’s Tab Expose, not Omniweb style) Improvement: Also restore tab history when undoing closing tab Improvement: Undo support for closing other tabs Saft is available from haoli and sells for $12 for either Panther or Tiger, though the Tiger version is the only one being updated. A demo is available, but if you're already an owner, you can snag the 8.3.0 upgrade from haoli's Saft for Tiger download page.
