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How to create overview for CS 1.6 map

Steps to creation overview





 

In tutorial I will use a map fy_snow for picture example.



1.You must run game at 1024x768 resolution



2.Start game and type in console

sv_cheats 1



3.Type in console

map yourmapname



4.When map load type in console

dev_overview 2

instantly the map overview will show up

Should look like this:

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5.Take a screenshot and save it in 8bit BMP or 24bit TGA picture format



6.Type in console

dev_overview 1



that will display in console overview description informations for your map

Should look like this:

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7.Create a text file with description information's and name it same like your map name
Should look like this:

8.Save files in your cstrike/overviews folder




Note:
You can use default file form some map and just replace the necessary digits of you map.

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