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03-01-2009, 05:12 PM  
Smile FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) (OLD)

This thread should cover most of the questions you may have about the forums and site. If it does not then feel free to ask.


Free rider 2 game/Trackmill
Q. One of my lines disappears when I submit my track.
A. try re-drawing the line or draw loads of lines over it, delete them and then try again. Also, you can try saving your track reloading it, the line will be deletable, or might not even exist.

Q. When I click on a map, it makes the bike but it just falls with no map.
A. If it's a big map then you need to give it time to load. If this dosn't work refresh your page or try clicking on another map and then click on the map you want to play.

Q. I have registered an account on Trackmill but it wont let me login to the actual website only on the forum.
A. Click on a track and then try again.

Q. How do I find the map I created?
A. . When logged in, click on 'your maps'. If you STILL can't find it then Click on the 'search tracks' option and type in your username. If that fails then copy your username into the end of link where it says (username) http://www.trackmill.com/free-rider-2/creator/(USERNAME)

Q. How do I Create a track?
A. on the Trackmill/Free rider 2 there is an option that says 'create a map' select this and you can begin building! (please note that you need an account to submit them to Trackmill.
For a detailed guide on adding tracks go here:
http://trackmill.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1847


Q. I named my track <skatepark> but no one can play it because it hasn't got a name.
A. Basically <> are used in HTML computer language and trackmill dosn't like it so delete it and take the <> out.
this should no longer be an issue, bug has been fixed

Q. My curved line tool isnt working and mabye has a bug.
A. It DOESN'T have a bug and it will always work. Try a tutorial on how to use it. http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=T-A7tG7_qc4


Q. My goal isn't showing up but my map is still asking for it?
A. Try re-positioning the goal to a different area or just delete it and try again.

Q. How do I put those boost arrows and gravity arrows etc.. on my free rider 2 track?
A. When playing free rider ( go to Trackmill, create a map) there is a left and a right toolbar. hover over the left toolbar and about halfway down there is an option called 'powerups' keep clicking until you get to your desired powerup. When clicked on it you will now be able to place it where you wish.


Q. I submitted my track mut it comes up with an error saying "only 1 space allowed!"
A. This means that you not allowed more that one space per word in your track title.

Q. Why is my track being downrated?
A. Its probably because people give their opinion on how good your track is and it will be high or low depending on how GOOD it is. Although there have been loads pointless downrates by people. (This happens to everyone.)

Q. How do I submit a track?
A. Go onto the Create a map section, the paste the cod in the white box. Then give it a name and difficulty and transport type and then click the submit button!

Q. Where do I save to code.
A. For windows xp/vista, use either microsoft word or notepad!

Q. How do I save my track?
A. On the right hand toolbar on the Free rider 2 game, there is a floppy disk icon. click on this and copy the WHOLE code inside. the paste it using of the above methods.

Q. One of my lines won't erase.
A. Draw loads of lines on it and then delete them all.

Q. Whenever I put an apostrophe (') in the name of my track or in a comment, it show up as \' at times and other times it doesn't?
A. This issue should be fixed now. If not, tell goose.


Q. will goose be adding a <insert vehicle here>?
A. goose has said that he will be releasing the following vehicles:
1. The wheelchair
2. Fix the skateboard(and add a jump)
3. A scooter
4. Rollerblades


Q. How Do I take videos of me playing the game?
You need to use a video capture programs. 2 good free ones are Hypercam and SnagIt
Hypercam (Free)
SnagIt (30 day Trial)

Trackmill Forum
Q. How do I get a custom user title?
A. go to User CP, then Edit your details and Custom user title will be there!


Q. What is a gallery?
A gallery is a thread YOU have made in the 'free rider 2 tracks' section. It must include:
1. YOUR username
2. YOUR tracks using the proper link.
3. And anything else you would like to say about your tracks.
For more info go here http://trackmill.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10


Q. Where is the Play track link?
A. View one of your tracks on Trackmill and in the middle of the page to the right there is a box saying 'Share on forum'. Copy that into your gallery and then it will show up as:
Name of your track by Your username(17749 Chars): Play Track
http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk263/1uigi/help.jpg

Q. How Do I Get A Signiture?
A: Go Into User CP, Look To The Left Side And Click Edit Signitures...Then Type In text, Link Or Whatever....Then Click either the picture source or Browse To Upload A Picture.


Q: Im am trying to post links but they dont work?
A: you need 10 posts before you can successfully post links, this is to prevent spammers from posting links.

Q: Can I edit my poll?
A: No, only MODs and admins can, PM them and they will help you.

Q: I have 10 posts, but my links still dont work. why?
A: Go to your posts that you want the links to work on, click "edit", then click "save".

Q. How do I add a user as a friend?
A. Simply click on thier name and a dropdown menu will appear. Then click on 'Add Username to your contacts.

Q: How do u take screen shots of your track?
A: You press the Print Screen buttion and then go in to an art program and copy and past it then save go to a photo storing site like Upyours or photo cave then copy the EZ code in your post.

For Linux Users:

Press Printscreen. A window should pop up (Ubuntu Version) asking where you want to save the image. Upload the image to an image hosting website and copy the image location. Paste between [img][/img] tags.

~Moony


Q. How do I get an avatar?
A. On your User CP you will see an option 'Edit Avatar'. Once clicked on this you'll be able to see that you can either upload a pic from your computer (make sure its 125 x 125) or get a picture link of a website e.g. google images or photobucket.

Q. How do I make a poll?
To start a poll (please note that you can not post polls in some forum topics) you make a new tread, enter a title and a message and then near the bottom the is a poll option. (post a poll) Select yes and this will add a poll to your thread. You can then select the number of poll options you would like.



Q. How do I get Referrals?
A. A Referral is when you tell someone about Trackmill and they sign up and say that you told them about it.


Q. What is spamming?
A. For info on spamming read the rules:
http://trackmill.com/forums/showthread.php?t=148


Q. How do I start a thread?
A. While viewing the topic where the threads are made, at the bottom left hand corner of the page there will be a box that says 'New Thread' simply click on this to start a new thread.

Q. Why is there a {insert vehicle type} under my username?
A. Trackmill users have different ranks based on how many posts they have:
0-Tricycle
20-Big Wheel
50-Training Wheels
100-Bicycle
250-BMX Bike
500-Dirt Bike
750-Harley


Trackmill Forums Chat Box
Please thank Download for this information:

Q: How Do I Edit My Posts?
A: Select Chat Archive On The Drop Down Lists
Spoiler: show

From There You Can Edit Your Own Posts.


Q: The Chat Room Is On The Forum Home Page But How Do I Make It Bigger?
A: Once Again Click On The Drop Down List And Select Chat Box Full
Spoiler: show




Q: I'm Having Troubles Reading The Font How Do I Make It Bigger?
A: When Chatting Select The Drop Down List On The Right Hand Side It Should Say 11px, Then Select The Size You Want
Spoiler: show




Q: Where Do I Type The Message?
A: On The Left Hand Side It Should Say "Message" Type It There (This Shouldn't Be To Much Of A Problem Because Goose Will Probably Add A Box Around The Message Area So It Is Easier To See)
Spoiler: show




Q: How Come No One Answers Me?
A: If You Refresh The Page Or send A Message The Chat Room Will Update (Note: The Chat Room Updates About Every Ten Seconds Or So)


Q: How Do I Private Chat?
A: I Don't Think Goose Added That Capability Yet, Just Use PM For Now.


Trackmill General

Q: What website can I use to Upload Images to?
A: www.Upurs.us - A silly Goose creation.



Hope this helps, Chris

Last edited by Download; 02-21-2010 at 09:09 PM. Reason: Fixed a spelling mistake
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