1 simple thing that could make custom builds even better

[Jokerx71]

This isnt a item idea but it is relevant to items.

We have limited space to communicate our thought process in the custom builds editor. I really love the system so far, but a simple addition would make it perfect IMO.

The system should allow players to leave and edit notes/ tips on items themselves in the build. So when a player hovers over it in-game they can see our notes and understand the thought process.

There are lots of little nuances to items choices the more I play. Lots of items work very well with one another. Some items you need when youre on the front foot and others when you are playing from behind, etc. I am making a Patch build right now and while there are a few cookie cutter builds I could write for him, he uses so many items really well or really bad depending on the situation. I just want to leave notes on some item suggestions, so anyone trying my guide can be be aware of some key factors. Id rather write a "Masters guide to Patch" that is easily digestible just from player-made tooltips. I think Dota has this exact feature. 7k hours played in dota but It has been years so I cannot remember lol

 

[Tavish]

It's in the game already.

 

[kotkowski]

Yup, was added like week ago along Shiv, just more builds didn't update with that feature.

 

[Jokerx71]

Yup, was added like week ago along Shiv, just more builds didn't update with that feature.

I am still having trouble figuring out how to do this. Reading through public builds now I dont see any notes on items. And in the builder I cant seem to figure out how to leave notes on items. Please advise!

 

[kotkowski]

Sadly, no idea how to do it. But it's mentioned in changelog here -

Thread '08-15-2024 Update'

Aug 15, 2024

[ General Changes ]

- Added a new hero, Shiv

- Games can now be watched by an unlimited number of spectators
- Spectator games now have 1 minute delay

- Added localization for Simplified Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Turkish, Ukrainian, Czech, and French. These are currently a work-in-progress.
- Language can be selected from the settings menu

- Matchmaking windows are now open 1 hour earlier in all regions

- You can now prioritize your roster into three groups to indicate your preference ordering to the matchmaker: Selected...

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[Zinx]

Sadly, no idea how to do it. But it's mentioned in changelog here -

Thread '08-15-2024 Update'

Aug 15, 2024

[ General Changes ]

- Added a new hero, Shiv

- Games can now be watched by an unlimited number of spectators
- Spectator games now have 1 minute delay

- Added localization for Simplified Chinese, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Turkish, Ukrainian, Czech, and French. These are currently a work-in-progress.
- Language can be selected from the settings menu

- Matchmaking windows are now open 1 hour earlier in all regions

- You can now prioritize your roster into three groups to indicate your preference ordering to the matchmaker: Selected...

• Yoshi
• Replies: 0
• Forum: Changelog

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When you're editing a build, if you right-click an item in your build, you will be given the option to "Update Annotation." That allows you to add comments at the end of it.

Like here:



Notice how, at the bottom, there's a blue text box. That's the comment/annotation I made.

 

[Jokerx71]

Thanks! Just figured this out last night hasha

When you're editing a build, if you right-click an item in your build, you will be given the option to "Update Annotation." That allows you to add comments at the end of it.

Like here:

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Notice how, at the bottom, there's a blue text box. That's the comment/annotation I made.