backgroundPixel

Type

property

Summary

Specifies which entry in the color table is used for an object's background color.

Syntax

set the backgroundPixel of <object> to <colorNumber>

Description

Use the backgroundPixel property to change the background color of an object when the bit depth of the screen is 8 bits (256 colors) or less.

The backgroundPixel property specifies which entry in the color table is used for an object's background color. It is similar to the backgroundColor property, but is specified as an entry in the current color table, rather than as a color reference.

The color table can be set by changing the colorMap property.

Examples

set the backgroundPixel of button 3 to field "Selected Color"

Value

Name	Type	Description
value		The backgroundPixel of an object is an integer between zero and (the screenColors - 1). It designates an entry in the current color table. By default, the backgroundPixel for all objects is empty.

Related

glossary: object, property, bit depth, bit, color reference, color table

keyword: integer

property: borderPixel, pixels, backgroundColor

Compatibility and Support

Introduced

LiveCode 1.0

OS

mac

windows

linux

ios

android

Platforms

desktop

server

mobile