quicksilver/plug-ins/calculator_plug-in.txt · Last modified: 2010/07/14 03:19 (external edit)


Quicksilver Manual > Plug-ins > Calculator Plug-in

About

This module adds an action to text objects called Calculate. This action pipes the text object through /usr/bin/bc (a math program) and the output is selected as the direct object again. /usr/bin/bc accepts standard mathematical operators, following order of operators. For more information, run man bc in the Terminal.

Usage and Detailed Documentation

Type a math expression into Quicksilver in text mode and select the 'Calculate' action. For more information open the plug-in pref pane in Quicksilver. Hint: While an equal sign prefixing the expression is not required, doing so selects the 'Calculate' action by default.

Requirements

  • Quicksilver
  • /usr/bin/bc (this should be installed by default)

Known Issues

  • None

Credits

Written by Kevin Ballard .

Disclaimer

This add-on may be freely distributed. It is not guaranteed to work (though it has been extensively tested), and you use it at your own risk. Post suggestions in the forums.