How to get the Javascript or unityscript whatever you call it to work? HELP

Hi Im new to Unity and I was wondering how to get the Javascript to work.Because everytime i try it it just says

C:\my Documents\New Unity Project 1\Assets\MoveAround.js
Line:1
Char:1
Error:Invalid Character
Code: 800A03F6
Source: Microsoft JScript compilation error

Also says

#Pragma Strict

Function Start () {
}

Function Update () {

}

Also I have Microsoft Windows XP


So could any one tell me how to solve this issue thanks

 

are you using monodevelop? It sounds like you aren't. the best way to work with Unity's version of Javascript is to use monodevelop. As far as I know, Monodevelop is one of the only programs that can correctly run Unity Script.

 

Ok I'am at there page but what version should I use?

Monodevelop-Java

or

Monodevelop-Phython

 

Use the monodevelop included with the unity editor

 

Im completely lost here could you send me a link to that please?

 

sure thing.

http://unity3d.com/unity/download/

Download and instal Unity first. You'll have to obtain a license for the free version. It should be self explanatory after you install unity.

 

Oh Iv already installed unity that exact version. But what about the monodevelop thing the one with the unity editor that you were talking about?

 

Since you are using XP go to start, programs, then Unity. Monodevelop should be inside that folder, assuming you picked the default installation path. I also recommend reading through the documentation located http://unity3d.com/support/documentation/Manual/Unity Basics.html

 

Nope No mono in that folder.Thanks for the documentation link

 

Hmm, it sounds like it might not have installed when you installed Unity. Do you know how to create scripts inside Unity? Try creating a .js script inside the unity editor. The documentation should show you that just in case you don't know how. I'd post pictures, but I honestly don't know how to do a screen capture.

 

So you would go to Create Java script but you no what ill send a screen shot of what going on

 

OMG my computer pissing me off it aint letting me put it in the damn post

 

Yes you would. Sorry if my explanations are a little mutilated. lol

 

I cant even get into the script editor on the right side it just gives me the same bullcrap
#Pragma Strict

Function Start () {
}

Function Update () {

}

 

Have you tried reinstalling Unity? If that doesn't work you should probably fill out a bug report.

 

To be sure, you created a JavaScript file, then double clicked it (in Unity) and nothing happened?

 

But that will take ages

 

No it just gave me a error message

C:\my Documents\New Unity Project 1\Assets\MoveAround.js
Line:1
Char:1
Error:Invalid Character
Code: 800A03F6
Source: Microsoft JScript compilation error

 

Did any of yall ever have this issue?

 

wait no it said monodevelop on the js file i created

 

On the right side it just shows a gray space with

#Pragma Strict

Function Start () {
}

Function Update () {

}

 

That's all it's meant to show - it's the current content of your script. When you double-click it in the Project pane, it should open MonoDevelop (or another editor) and let you edit the script.

 

OMG I double clicked them and they just give me a retarded error message! i give up

 

Check the preferences on the edit menu, there's an option to choose which editor to use to edit scripts. Try notepad or something like that to see whether that works. On Mac I think it's on the system menu instead.

 

Wait Wait I think I got it!@!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!e)(!)u(_

so you would use the notepad to type the stuff in? But how would i get it into the game?

 

I wouldn't choose to use Notepad - MonoDevelop is much better - but if it's not working for you then Notepad is an option. You can also use Visual Studio, if you have that.

You don't need to "get it into the game" - it's already in your project, so whatever changes you make will be picked up when you switch focus back to Unity.

 

For the most basic terms of programming with Unity you would attach a script to a gameObject and then the script will automatically be included in your game, providing the gameObject exists in your scene or it is instantiated at some point in time from another script.

You would just type your script in notepad and save it with the .js file extension if using unityscript.

It is really odd however why Unity isnt loading up monodevelop and you are getting errors.

Have a look in your Unity installation directory such as c\program files\unity. In there should be two folders one called editor and one called monodevelop.

If its there maybe try posting a video of your exact problem...

 

What does the text editor have to do with anything? You can use Notepad for crying out loud.
Unity compiles the scripts using Mono, MonoDevelop has nothing to do with the whole thing.

 

I don't know. Just wanted to ask.

 

Why shouldent I use notepad is MONO just easy to use or something? anyways Beyond Basic Games I never found a mono file next to the editor file
but there was something in the editor file that said mono but i cant open it cause its doing that "Open With" Crap but for the moment ill use notepad.But if you or anyone else has anything else to add go ahead.

 

Mono color codes your scripts and makes it easier to navigate and edit multiple scripts.

 

Oh ok so that means more work. Well i am off to go learn how to script

 

i keep having the same issue. HAve ou figured out how to resolve it?

 

I might be wrong with JS, but I think the language is CaSe senSiTiVe...

#Pragma strict should be

#pragma strict

Function

should be

function

And yes, get MonoDevelop, will make your life easier. Although C# and Visual Studio will make your life easiest.

 

I think i worked out the problem when you installed unity you probably unticked to download monodevelop because thats what i did and i got the exact same error message

 

I am currently having this issue and it is pissing me off

 

not sure if anyone will ever even see this but it wont let me choose js it only lets me create a C# file

 

Yes, Javascript and Unityscript are no longer supported. You replied to a thread that was started in 2012, about a version of software nobody uses anymore.

 

Creating new js files via the editor was removed in 2017.2. The compiler itself I believe still exists, but expect problems with your UnityScript code since any work they do now they most likely are just ignoring how it may break anything with UnityScript. Since the announcement of UnityScript's removal was made over a year ago, I would think the final removal of the compiler would happen relatively soon and possibly without notice.

https://blogs.unity3d.com/2017/08/11/unityscripts-long-ride-off-into-the-sunset/