Frequently Asked Questions

Why can't AutoLaunch Pro find my screen saver application?

Either the application does not have a BNDL resource (generally these applications don't have their own icon), or your Desktop database file has been corrupted.  You can fix the latter problem by holding down the command and option keys while the Finder is launching during the Mac's startup process.  Note that rebuilding the Desktop database this way will destroy any comments you have entered in the Finder's Get Info boxes unless you are using System 7.5.5 or higher.

Why does my screen saver application launch and then quit right away?

Some applications send keyboard events to themselves.  AutoLaunch Pro interprets this as user activity and will quit the application if you have turned on the "Quit on wakeup" option.

AutoLaunch Pro has a means of ignoring keyboard events from specific applications.  We have already configured it to handle JPEGView and Marathon, which exhibit this problem.  If you discover others, please contact us so we can make the necessary changes and let you know how to fix your copy.

Do I need to do any special Lingo scripting?

No.  By turning on the "Quit on wakeup" checkbox when setting up your screen saver, AutoLaunch Pro will quit your projector automatically when mouse or keyboard activity occurs.