Input Sequencing Examples

These patterns show how to produce short, deliberate output sequences for controller testing and accessible controls. Use edge events so a physical press starts one sequence instead of continuously repeating it.

Single Diagnostic Pulse

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main {
    if (event_active(BUTTON_5)) {
        combo_restart(OutputTest);
    }
}

combo OutputTest {
    set_val(BUTTON_15, 100);
    wait(120);
    set_val(BUTTON_15, 0);
}

Use this pattern to confirm that a selected output path is working.

Multi-Step Device Test

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main {
    if (event_active(BUTTON_11)) {
        combo_restart(FaceButtonTest);
    }
}

combo FaceButtonTest {
    set_val(BUTTON_16, 100);
    wait(100);
    set_val(BUTTON_16, 0);
    wait(100);

    set_val(BUTTON_13, 100);
    wait(100);
    set_val(BUTTON_13, 0);
    wait(100);

    set_val(BUTTON_14, 100);
    wait(100);
    set_val(BUTTON_14, 0);
    wait(100);

    set_val(BUTTON_15, 100);
    wait(100);
    set_val(BUTTON_15, 0);
}

The sequence makes it easier to verify button order in Device Monitor or on a connected test target.

Long-Press Conversion

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int held_ms = 0;
int threshold_ms = 600;
bool handled = FALSE;

main {
    if (get_val(BUTTON_5) > 50) {
        held_ms = held_ms + elapsed_time();

        if (!handled && held_ms >= threshold_ms) {
            combo_restart(ConfirmedAction);
            handled = TRUE;
        }
    } else {
        held_ms = 0;
        handled = FALSE;
    }
}

combo ConfirmedAction {
    set_val(BUTTON_15, 100);
    wait(120);
    set_val(BUTTON_15, 0);
}

This gives an action a deliberate hold threshold, which can reduce accidental activation.

Reusable Test Steps

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combo TestLeftButton {
    set_val(BUTTON_16, 100);
    wait(100);
    set_val(BUTTON_16, 0);
    wait(100);
}

combo TestRightButton {
    set_val(BUTTON_14, 100);
    wait(100);
    set_val(BUTTON_14, 0);
    wait(100);
}

combo PairedButtonTest {
    call(TestLeftButton);
    call(TestRightButton);
}

main {
    if (event_active(BUTTON_11)) {
        combo_restart(PairedButtonTest);
    }
}

Use call() to compose a longer diagnostic sequence from small, reusable steps.

Button Swap

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main {
    fix32 bottom_face = get_val(BUTTON_16);
    fix32 right_face = get_val(BUTTON_15);

    set_val(BUTTON_16, right_face);
    set_val(BUTTON_15, bottom_face);
}

Read both values before writing either output so the source values are preserved for the swap.