FuBar

FuBar is a customizable panel system allowing modules (plugins) to plug into and display various types of information. Users can create, modify, and organize panels to suit their interface needs.

Installation

GitAddonsManager The easiest way to keep FuBar up to date is by using GitAddonsManager.

1. Add the Repository: Add the following URL to GitAddonsManager: https://github.com/laytya/FuBar.git
2. Select the Branch: Ensure that the master branch is selected.
3. Update: Using GitAddonsManager, you can check for and install updates for all your AddOns with a single click.

Manual Installation

If you prefer manual installation, follow these steps:

1. Go to the main page of the repository.
2. Click the <> Code dropdown and download the repository as a .zip.
3. Unpack the .zip and rename the folder to FuBar, removing the -main suffix.
4. Move the folder into your Interface/AddOns directory and restart the game.

Optional: a huge pack of plugins, extra textures, 1.2 compatibility package

Manual Installation Only

1. Download the zip by clicking View raw
2. Unpack the .zip and move the folders you need into your Interface/AddOns directory
3. Restart the game.

Git Links

• (laytya) - Plugins, extra textures, 1.2 compatibility package
• (laytya) - Fubar
  

Commands

Command	Description	Current State
/fubar	Prints fubar commands into the chat	—
/fubar adjust	Toggle auto-adjustment of Blizzard's frames	[On]/[Off]
/fubar autohideBottom	Toggle auto-hiding of bottom panels	[On]/[Off]
/fubar autohideTop	Toggle auto-hiding of top panels	[On]/[Off]
/fubar create	Create a new panel	—
/fubar fontsize	Set the font size for plugin labels	e.g., 12
/fubar overflow	Allow plugins to overflow onto another panel	[On]/[Off]
/fubar spacing	Adjust spacing between plugins	e.g., 10
/fubar texture	Change the background texture of panels	e.g., Default
/fubar thickness	Set border thickness between panels	e.g., 5
/fubar transparency	Adjust panel transparency	e.g., 0.8
/fubar profile	Switch profiles for your addon setup	e.g., Default
/fubar about	Print information about the addon	—

Panel Management

Accessing Options:

• Right-click on a panel to open the panel menu.

Panel Management:

• Create a new panel: Use the menu to select Create new panel.
• Lock/Unlock panels: Lock panels to prevent accidental moving. Unlock to reposition or resize.
• Attach/Detach panels:
  • Attach to top or bottom of the screen.
  • Detach panels to move freely.
• Remove a panel: When a panel is empty, or confirm prompt appears, choose Remove panel.

Panel Positioning:

• Drag panels from top or bottom to reposition.
• Resize panels by dragging edges when unlocked.
• Switch panels with others by dragging plugins between panels.

Panel Auto-Hiding:

• Enable Auto-hide top/bottom panels to hide panels when not hovered.
• Use the options to toggle auto-hide behavior.

Preview

Options:

Panel:

Panel Settings

Appearance:

• Texture: Change panel background texture.
• Spacing: Adjust space between plugins (left, center, right).
• Font Size: Set font size for plugin labels.
• Transparency: Adjust panel and tooltip transparency.
• Thickness: Change the border thickness between panels.

Overflow & Overflow Plugins:

• Allow plugins to overflow onto another panel.
• Enable/disable overflow via options or commands.

Auto-Adjust Frames:

• Automatically adjust Blizzard’s UI frames for better integration.

Plugin Management

Adding Plugins:

• Use the right-click menu or /fubar options.
• Plugins can be added to left, center, or right sides.
• Plugins can be organized, moved, or removed.

Removing Plugins:

• Right-click the plugin or use the panel menu to remove.
• You can also drag plugins out of panels to detach them.

Plugin Commands:

• Show/Hide plugin: Click on plugin icons to toggle visibility if supported.
• Reload plugins: Use /fubar options to reload or configure plugins.

Advanced Usage

Profiles:

• Save different panel setups via profiles.
• Switch profiles to change your UI layout.

Skinning:

• Use Texture option or /fubar menu to change panel backgrounds.
• Supports custom skins for aesthetic changes.

Resizing & Moving:

• Drag panel edges or the entire panel (when unlocked) for custom sizing.
• Panels can be moved to top, bottom, or detached for flexible layout.

Main Features

• Panels: The main bars where plugins are placed. You can create multiple panels and position them at the top or bottom of your screen.
• Plugins: Modules providing specific functionality (e.g., clock, map, experience). Plugins can be added, removed, and organized within panels.
• Attach Points: Panels can be attached to the top, bottom, or detached from the UI. You can move and switch panels easily.

Troubleshooting

• Panels overlapping: Enable overflow or adjust spacing.
• Plugins not showing: Ensure plugins are enabled and not disabled in options.
• Resizing issues: Lock panels when resizing to prevent accidental moves.
• Profiles: Reload UI after profile changes for proper application.