Targetname and Script_targetname, whats the diff?

Hi All

I'm just trying to work out when I should use targetname or script_targetname.

For instance in my map I can label ref_tags as just targetname and the script will pick them up. Func_Static's however need to be labeled with a script_targetname. How am I to know the difference and when should I use script_targetname?

Thanks for any help you can provide!

Targetnames are used when triggering an entity, whether by script or another entity. (Ex: Triggering a targetname used by a func_door would make it move.)

Script_Targetnames are used when you are manipulating an entity from within a script. (Ex: Setting a parm value, using data stored in the entity to run some sort of check, movement, etc.)

It's possible to use both at once. Sometimes, you have to use both. It depends on the script and the entity's function. (Ex: A func_usable that can be toggled 'on' and 'off' as well as being movable could be done using both keys.)

In short script_ and NPC_targetnames are used mainly with the Affect("script_targetname") icarus command. The other few uses are specific things like set_look_target and such.