I wonder if a "exist" function exists! (Flash 5)

[Calisse]

Hey guys. I'm just asking if there is a certain way to do this :

If (_root.instancename EXISTS) [
and blalbalbla
]

Do you know a way to do this? I know perhaps it's stupid enough I just don't know it. Well thanks!

[kendude]

use true or false

code:

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if(playerAlive == true){

//then do something...

}

//or

if(playerAlive) {

//this is the same as above

}

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When the clip of whatever is attached, then a var turns true, when removed it turns false.

[Calisse]

it works with objects too???

[Calisse]

Ok nevermind I see what you mean. Thanks!

[iopred]

code:

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if(variable == undefined){

//the variable doesnt exist yet

}

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