How do I FreeImage()?

Wayward

(Posted 2004) [#1]

BlitzMax doesn't have a FreeImage() function like the old Blitz, so what is the correct way to free images?

Michael Reitzenstein

(Posted 2004) [#2]

If you're using integer handles eg:

RandomImage = LoadImage( <path> )

Then you need to use "Release RandomImage". If you're using explicit references, eg:

RandomImage:TImage = LoadImage( <path> )

When there are no more references to the loaded image, it will be freed automatically. Therefore,

RandomImage:TImage = LoadImage( <path> )
DrawImage RandomImage, 0, 0
RandomImage = Null

Will free the loaded image.

Wayward

(Posted 2004) [#3]

Thanks, Michael, for the very clear answer.

Murilo

(Posted 2004) [#4]