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A railway file or <code>.rly</code> file is a representation of a railway network. The following tutorials explain how to gather information and construct a simulation of a railway network for addition to [[Railway Operation Simulator]].
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The following tutorials explain how to construct a railway network for [[Railway Operation Simulator]].
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== Tools ==
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[[File:Build Modify Railway.png|300px|thumb|Build/Modify Railway button]]
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After loading up the ROS program, you can switch to the build mode using the Build/Modify Railway option under Mode ''(pictured)''.
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In this mode, you can edit the track layout, add speeds and distances, and add graphics and text using buttons along the top of the screen.
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All track elements are placed on a grid, with a maximum of one track element per grid square. It is possible for text and user graphics to be placed anywhere on the screen (Not aligned with the grid). This grid can be turned on or off using the Toggle screen grid button or pressing <code>Shift + G</code>.
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== Building a simple railway ==
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Open the "Add or remove track elements" menu using the first of the buttons. This will show you all available track element types. Selecting a track element, then left clicking on the grid below will place the track element, and right clicking on the grid will remove it.
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Using a few track element types, try copying the following railway:
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[[File:Building Tutorial 1.png|400px|frameless|Example Railway]]
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The two elements on either end are continuations. These are elements which allow trains to enter and exit the map.
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[[File:Railway Completion Successful.png|300px|thumb|Successful completion of railway.]]
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When you are happy with your railway, and want to check it for errors, you can "complete" it by pressing the button with a green tick and question mark. If all is well then you should get a "Successful Completion" message come up ''(pictured)''. If not, then you will be told what is broken with the railway. Completing the railway successfully is an important step in building your railway.
    
[[Category:Railway Creation Tutorials]]
 
[[Category:Railway Creation Tutorials]]
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