Different type of loop

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Adam Novagen
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Yeah, GetKey() pretty much only works with ASCII keys, that is, keys that have letters, number or symbols. GetKey() is actually extremely handy for text input; try this little snippet:

SetBuffer BackBuffer()


While Not KeyHit(1)


Cls


GK = GetKey()
If GK <> 0
    TextLine$ = TextLine + Chr(GK)
EndIf
Text 0,0,TextLine + "_"


Flip


Wend


Do some typing & see what happens. Also notice that when using GetKey(), the use of the Shift key is automatically compensated for. Try typing "AaBb."