HexChat Frequently Asked Questions ================================== Using HexChat. -------------- ### How do I autoconnect and join a channel when HexChat loads? In the Network list select the Network you want to auto-connect to and click Edit and turn ON the "Auto connect to this network at startup" checkbox. List channels in the favorites list to join them on connect. ### Why does HexChat join channels before identifying? When using the nickserv password HexChat waits a short time before joining. To change this value (which is in seconds) by running: > /set irc\_join\_delay number The other option is SASL which is network dependant and can be enabled in the Network list (2.9.4+). ### How do I connect through a proxy? Go to the menus, *Settings* -> *Preferences* -> *Network Setup* and fill in the requested information there. Authentication (using a username and password) is only supported for HTTP and Socks5. ### How do I show @ and + in front of nicknames that are Op and Voice when they talk? To display @ and + characters next to nicknames as they talk, do the following: In the menus, open up Settings -> Text Events. Find the *Channel Message* event in the list. The $3 code can be inserted to print the user's mode-character (e.g. @ or +). For example, you might want to change the default: > %C18%H<%H$4$1%H>%H%O$t$2 To > %C18%H<%H$4$3$1%H>%H%O$t$2 Don't forget to **press Enter**, so the changes take effect in the list at the top of the window. ### How do I change the Op and Voice userlist icons and Tree View icons? You can override the default icons by placing PNG files with the names listed below in the specified directory. #### Files **userlist:** > - op.png > - hop.png > - voice.png > - red.png *(1 level above op)* > - purple.png *(2 levels above op)* **channeltree:** > - server.png > - channel.png > - dialog.png > - util.png *(Channel List, DCC, etc (if enabled as tabs))* **tray:** > - message.png > - highlight.png > - fileoffer.png > - hexchat.png #### Locations You will need to create the directory. * Unix/Linux > ~/.config/hexchat/icons * Windows > %APPDATA%\\HexChat\\icons You can hide either of them in Preferences. ### How do I set different ban types? 1. Right click the nickname in the userlist, and choose a ban type from the "Kick/Ban" submenu. 2. You can also do it manually: > /ban nick bantype where the bantype is a number from 0 to 3. 3. Or set the default with: > /set irc\_ban\_type bantype sets the default ban type to use for all bans. The different types are: > > - 0 = \*!*@*.host > - 1 = \*!*@domain > - 2 = \*!*user@*.host > - 3 = \*!*user@domain ### Why does the timestamp overlap some nicknames? Some networks allow very long nicknames (up to 32 letters). It can be annoying to have the separator bar move too far to the right, just for one long nick. Therefore, it has a set limit for the distance it will move to the right. If you use a large font, you may need to adjust this distance. It is set in pixels, for example: > /set text\_max\_indent 320 Once you adjust this setting high enough, overlapping timestamps and nicknames should not occur. The adjustment will not take effect immediately, a restart may be needed. ### How do I turn on Conference mode where I will not see join or part messages? Right-click on the tab you want to change. In the submenu of the channel name, there's a toggle-item "Show join/part messages", simply turn this off. If you want to turn this option on globally go to *Preferences* -> *Advanced* Then all channels you join **after** setting this will start with "Show join/part messages" turned off. ### Why doesn't DCC send work behind a router (IPNat/ADSL)? If you are behind a IP-NAT or ADSL router, you will most likely have an address like 192.168.0.1. This address is not usable on the Internet, and must be translated. When offering a DCC file, HexChat will tell the receiver your address. If it says 192.168.0.1, the receiver will not be able to connect. One way to make it send your "real" address is to enable the "Get my IP from IRC Server" option in HexChat. This option is available in Preferences -> File Transfers. When you turn it ON, you will have to re-login to the server before it'll take effect. You will also need to forward some ports for use in DCC send. You may pick almost any port range you wish, for example, in HexChat set: > First DCC send port: 4990 > Last DCC send port: 5000 This will allow you to send up to ten files at the same time, which should be plenty for most people. Lastly, configure your router/modem to forward ports 4990-5000 to your PC's address. You'll have to consult your rou