Substack Question

[Eric Chatonet]

Hi Joe,

Mainly :-)

1. Substacks are embedded into the same file as the main stack:  
distribution is safer (their *exact* location is known :-)
2. Substacks are loaded into memory when you open the mainstack: you  
have not to check where there are... and can refer to them without  
*precaution*.
3. All handlers (and functions) you put into the main stack script  
are available anywhere in any script of any control in the substacks:  
you don't have to repeat any code. Safer and easier to maintain.

Le 30 nov. 05 à 14:14, AbilityForms at aol.com a écrit :

> While reading the string of comments I was interested in the newbie  
> question
> about substacks. I'm also a newbie so I need some help in this area  
> too.
>
> What are the advantages of using a substack rather than just  
> starting another
> mainstack? I use several mainstacks because if one becomes  
> corrupted I can
> replace it easier from a backup. I realize Revolution is far more  
> stable than
> HyperCard was, but I've learned it's always a good idea to  
> religiously backup.
>
> Maybe if I had some examples of how a substack is superior to another
> mainstack it would help me understand the advantage.

Best Regards from Paris,

Eric Chatonet.
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