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Description:: Outputs a hint message on the left upper corner of the screen together with a clinging sound. The text may contain several lines.
Groups:: Uncategorised

Syntax:: hint text
Parameters:: text: String - the message to write on the screen may consist of any characters. \n indicates a line break.
Return Value:: Nothing

Example 1:

hint "Press W to move forward. \nPress S to move backwards. \n\nUse the mouse to turn right or left."

outputs the following message:

Press W to move forward.
Press S to move backwards.

Use the mouse to turn right or left.

Known Problems Avoid hint messages that exceed the screen, as this may lead to crashes.

: Report bugs on the Feedback Tracker and/or discuss them on the Arma Discord or on the Forums.
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