===1.3 Changelog===
[since DTM V2]
-added Barrens Theme
-removed bushes from Snow Theme
-added UI-only-versions (not completely tested! If you find a bug, please inform me)
-added a readme file due to massive questions about things already answered
===2.1 Installing===
1. If you have used the Theme Manager before, make sure to restore to original!
2. Unpack the file IN your warcraft folder - in most cases it will be C:\Program Files\Warcraft III*
3. DO NOT move or rename any of the files you unpacked. The path must be: "\Warcraft III\DotA Theme Manager V3\DTMV3.exe"
4. If you want it on your desktop, create a shortcut of the exe file, but do not move the exe itself.
5. make sure both your WC3 and your World Editor are closed!
6. Start the exe and select the Theme
*) Paths (thanks to martirsadota!)
"Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2
-The moment you open your WC3 folder, you should see this folder.
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\DTMV2.exe
-The main executable. Don't lose this! (Oh, yeah: you should create a shortcut to this on your desktop.)
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data
-This is a folder located inside the DTMV2 folder. It contains:
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\Background.jpg
-The app's background. If I'm to be asked, I'll open it and edit it in Photoshop or something...
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\beach.mpq
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\beach.txt
-Two files for the beach theme.
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\hell.mpq
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\hell.txt
-Two files for the hell theme.
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\MSCOMCTL.OCX
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\org.txt
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\SFmpq.dll
-I still don't know what these doodads do, but they're essential, I know
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\Snow.mpq
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\snow.txt
-Two files for the snow theme.
Warcraft III Folder\Dota Theme Manager V2\Data\WinMPQ.exe
-This is the app that does the real magic. See how it appears when you install a theme?"
===2.2 FAQ===
Q: It starts, but gives an error when clicking a theme, how can I fix it?
A: Probably WinMPQ does not work. WinMPQ is in the "Data"-folder, try to run it. You can get help here:
http://shadowflare.samods.org/dwnload.html#WinMPQ
Q :Can this be made as a command like -ts?
A: No, because the cliffs can not be changed ingame.
Q: How does the DTM work?
A: It replaces the textures of terrain and trees in the MPQ.
Q: Can you add a theme-fitting minimap?
A: After trying this in several different ways, I came to the conclusion that it is not possible to do that at all.
Q: I use MAC, does it work for me?
A: No.
Q: The War3Patch.mpq's size grows each time I change the Theme
A: This is a bug I have not managed to fix yet. Use the backup from time to time to get rid of this problem.
===2.3 Troubleshooting===
This should help you fixing most problems...
Problem 1:
The DTM starts and installs a theme (WinMPQ opens and runs through a script), but the theme does not change.
=>Check the paths again (you can find them under 2.1).
If you have mutliple version of WC3 installed, check on which version you used the DTM.
Problem 2:
The DTM starts, but does not start WinMPQ when I click a Theme.
=>WinMPQ does not work, get help here: http://shadowflare.samods.org/dwnload.html#WinMPQ
Problem 3:
After I installed a theme and tested it, I got a fatal error while/after loading the map
=>first, try to restore to original and test again.
If it does not crash:
Problem should be fixed, you can install a Theme again.
If it crashes again:
Restore your War3Patch.mpq by using the backup (War3Patch.mpq.bak).
Delete the War3Patch.mpq then rename the War3Patch.mpq.bak to War3Patch.mpq,
copy it and rename the copy War3Patch.mpq.bak - then you can try again without risking a reinstall.
Cr.hamshigi www.thaicybergames.com
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