Carbonite

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Carbonite is a comprehensive addon that provides map, quest, waypoint, and social features.

Installation

GitAddonsManager

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

  1. Add the Repository: Add the following URL to GitAddonsManager: https://gitlab.com/knights-of-sunwell/carbonite-vanilla.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 move these folders into your Interface/AddOns directory and restart the game.
  • Carbonite
  • Carboniteltems
  • CarboniteNodes
  • CarboniteTransfer


Git Links


Usage

  • The Carbonite logo appears on login if installed correctly.
  • Access the main features via the minimap icon or the map interface (default key: m).

Minimap & Map

  • Left click minimap icon: toggles the map.
  • Right click minimap icon: opens the main menu.
  • M: toggles fullscreen map.
  • Scroll wheel: zooms in/out.
  • Shift + click: pings the minimap.
  • Alt + M: opens the default Blizzard map.

Map Controls

  • Drag map: move around.
  • Right click in map: opens map menu with options like GOTO, Notes, Save/Restore Scale.
  • M: toggle full-screen map.
  • Map follows you by default; can be toggled off.

Quest & Quest Watch

  • The quest log replaces Blizzard's default.
  • Shift + quest title: add to watch list.
  • Right click quests for options: share, abandon, watch all.
  • Quest objectives: round buttons to activate GOTO, toggle objectives, or send status messages.
  • Quest Givers: show icons (parchment for normal, blue ! for dailies).

HUD & Map

  • Auto-tracking arrow: points to current target/objective.
  • Drag HUD arrow to move.
  • Right click arrow: targets the target of your target.
  • Left click arrow: targets the NPC/Player pointed at.

Social & Punks

  • Press O to open social window.
  • Pals tab: manage friends across characters.
  • Punks tab: track enemy players, note their locations, and keep notes.
  • Right click on punk entries for options like add, remove, or notes.

Favorites & Notes

  • The Favorites window manages locations, notes, and paths.
  • Create notes via right-clicking map.
  • Targets and notes are saved in folder structures, similar to a file system.
  • Use the "Record" mode to capture new locations/path points.

Warehouse

  • Browse all your characters' gear and bank items.
  • Search for items across all characters.
  • Link items or export/import data for character management.
  • Sync data between characters or accounts.

Map & Icons

  • Clickable icons represent players, quest givers, points of interest.
  • Colors indicate friend, guild, party, enemy, or quest status.
  • Icons can show health bars, combat status, and target info.
  • Use the Guide feature to locate POIs like mailboxes, flight paths, vendors.



Commands

Command Description
/Carb Open main menu
/carb options Open options window
/carb map Toggle map fullscreen
/carb quest Open quest log
/carb warehouse Open warehouse
/carb help Show help info



Preview

Options:


Map:



Features & Tips

  • Map follows your position and zoom level settings are saved.
  • Quest objectives dynamically update and can be tracked with the Auto Track button.
  • Note locations, waypoints, and create paths.
  • Track enemy players ("Punks") with visual indicators.
  • Gather herb/mining locations are tracked and can be routed.
  • Social features include friend lists, enemy notes, and zone monitoring.
  • The addon visually overlays points of interest on battleground maps.
  • Hover over map icons for tooltips showing detailed info.



Customization & Settings

  • Access options via minimap menu or /carb options.
  • Customize map zoom, icon size, quest display, social settings, and more.
  • Lock/unlock windows, adjust transparency, and scale windows.
  • Save custom map scale and position.
  • Enable/disable features like the guide, warehouse, or social notifications.



Important Notes

  • Ensure the addon is enabled at login; otherwise, the logo won’t appear.
  • The addon does not modify Blizzard’s core UI but overlays additional info.
  • Some features depend on other addons like CarboniteNodes and CarboniteTransfer.
  • For debugging or advanced usage, commands like /carb debug are available (see detailed commands).