Author Topic: Attract-Mode Layout & Emulator Config Generator  (Read 2819 times)

JJTheKing

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Attract-Mode Layout & Emulator Config Generator
« on: April 12, 2025, 12:10:02 PM »
Attract-Mode Layout & Emulator Config Generator

A powerful AHK tool for creating Attract-Mode frontend layouts and emulator configurations


Layout Generator

    Tabbed Interface for easy navigation

    Resolution Settings: Predefined display options

    Wheel Customization: Round/Vertical styles with animation timing

    Visual Effects: Logo pulse with color options (Rainbow, Red, Blue, etc.)

    Module Selection: Enable/disable Attract-Mode modules with tooltips

    Artwork Integration: Import boxart, snaps, wheels, and metadata

    Multi-File Support: Combine multiple layout components

Emulator Config Generator

    Supports MAME, RetroArch, and Custom Emulators

    System-Specific Defaults: Auto-suggests ROM extensions (e.g., .chd for PS1)

    Artwork Folders: Checkbox toggles for boxart, snaps, etc.

    Smart Path Handling: $PROGDIR variables for portable setups

Quality of Life

    Tooltip Guides: Hover explanations for modules

    Version v1.4

:tools: How to Use

    Run the Script:

        Double-click Layout Generator-1.4.exe

    Generate a Layout:

        Navigate through tabs to configure resolution, wheel style, and artwork.

        Click Generate Code → Save As... to export layout.nut.

    Create Emulator Configs:

        Go to the Emulator Cfg tab.

        Select emulator + system, set paths/extensions, and click Save Config.

This Was Made With AutoHotKey And DeepSeek

Grab it Here https://www.mediafire.com/file_premium/56o3diuwcltd9ct/AM%2B_Tool_1.4.7z/file
« Last Edit: June 14, 2025, 11:00:18 AM by JJTheKing »

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Re: Attract-Mode Layout & Emulator Config Generator
« Reply #1 on: June 14, 2025, 11:03:07 AM »
Updated This To All in One Data Folder Included For Meta/Snap/Wheel Txt Codes For Adding To Your Layout