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The '''console''' allows you to enter commands to the Source engine while testing a map or mod.  In order to use it, click the Advanced button of the Keyboard tab in the game options and check the option for turning on the console with the ~ key.  Then click Apply.  Henceforth, the console can be opened or closed with the ~ key.
The '''console''' allows you to enter commands to the Source engine while testing a map or mod.  In order to use it, click the Advanced button of the Keyboard tab in the game options and check the option for turning on the console with the ~ key.  Then click Apply.  Henceforth, the console can be opened or closed with the ~ key.

Revision as of 11:26, 8 July 2005

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The console allows you to enter commands to the Source engine while testing a map or mod. In order to use it, click the Advanced button of the Keyboard tab in the game options and check the option for turning on the console with the ~ key. Then click Apply. Henceforth, the console can be opened or closed with the ~ key.

Enter commands by typing in the box at the bottom. Typing help will provide some instructions.

See Developer Console for detailed instructions in using the console.