Unitscan

Unitscan is an essential tool for survival in hardcore mode. It provides a curated list of dangerous elites and rares, helping you stay alert and avoid deadly encounters.

Installation

GitAddonsManager

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

1. Add the Repository: Add the following URL to GitAddonsManager: https://github.com/RetroCro/unitscan-turtle-hc.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 unitscan-turtle-hc, removing the -master suffix.
4. Move the folder into your Interface/AddOns directory and restart the game.

Optional:

• SoloRaidTargetIcons - lets you put raid markers on units without being in a party.
• Codex - see target abilities in the tooltip.

Git Links

• (RetroCro) - fork extends unitscan-turtle by provinding a prepopulated list of dangerous elite mobs, rares, and other units.

Usage

• Moving the Frame: Hold CTRL + SHIFT + Left Click and drag to reposition the unitscan display.
• Listing Targets: /unitscan — Lists all currently active scan targets.
• Adding/Removing Custom Targets: /unitscan name — Adds or removes a specific name from active targets. Targets added this way are temporary and removed after being found.
• Target the Last Found Unit: /unitscantarget — Targets the most recently detected unit.
• Persistent Custom Targets: To permanently add targets, edit zonetargets.lua and add an entry for that unit.

Preview

Features

Key Features & Functionality

• Zone Targets List: The list of dangerous units is in the file zonetargets.lua. You can customize or expand it if needed.
• Automatic Zone Target Management: Units are loaded based on your current zone. Targets are reloaded when you change zones and 90 seconds after finding a target to detect roaming elites.
• Alerts: Unitscan alerts you when attackable NPCs are alive nearby. It pauses in combat or when auto-attack, auto-shoot, or wanding are active.
• Manual Targeting: Targets are not auto-targeted when found. Use the /unitscantarget macro or click in the unitscan window to target them.

Compatibility

Addon Compatibility

• Targeting Behavior: Uses TargetByName to find exact matches. This temporarily switches your target to the found unit and then restores your previous target.
• Addon Compatibility: Some addons that respond to target switches (like PvP alerts) may trigger when a new target is found due to this behavior.