sound
Type
function
Summary
Returns the name of the audio clip or sound file that is currently playing.
Syntax
the sound
sound()
Description
Use the sound function to synchronize other actions with sounds.
On desktop the sound function returns 'done' if no audio clip is playing. If an audio clip is playing the name of the audio clip is returned.
On iOS the sound function returns 'done' if there is no sound currently playing. If a sound is currently being played its filename is returned.
Sounds played with the beep command do not affect the value returned by the sound function.
Examples
the sound
wait until the sound is done
Value
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
return | The sound function returns a string. |
Related
property: soundChannel
Compatibility and Support
Introduced
LiveCode 1.0
OS
mac
windows
linux
ios
android
Platforms
desktop
server
mobile
mobile