❓ Jabali Editor FAQ

Have questions about the Jabali Desktop Editor? Here are answers to the most common issues and tips for troubleshooting.

You’ll sign in using your Discord account. Click “Sign in with Discord” when launching the app, and approve the authentication in your browser.

Make sure you’re logged into Discord in your default browser.
If the auth page doesn’t load, try restarting the app or your browser.
Some VPNs or browser privacy settings may block the login window — try disabling them temporarily.

📂 Game Access & Sync

Q: Where are my games from Discord/Web?

After signing in, click “My Games” from the dashboard. All games you’ve generated using Jabali on Discord or Web will be listed here.

Q: I don’t see my latest game. What should I do?

Click Refresh in the top-right corner to reload your library.

🧠 Co-Pilot

Q: What is Co-Pilot?

Co-Pilot is your in-editor AI assistant. You can ask it questions, edit content, or generate new assets using natural language.

Q: Can I use Co-Pilot to edit my game?

Yes! You can say things like:

“Rewrite this dialogue to be more sarcastic”
“Show me the background image for Scene 2”
“Generate a new name for my space knight character”

See Using Co-Pilot for full details.

📤 Uploading Files

Q: What files can I upload?

You can upload:

Assets: .png, .jpg, .mp3, .wav

Q: How do I upload custom artwork or sounds?

Open the Assets panel and use the Upload Asset button.

🕹️ Playtesting

Q: How do I test my game in the editor?

Click the Play button in the toolbar. You can preview from the start or jump to a specific scene.

Q: My playtest is stuck or not loading.

Try clicking Refresh, and make sure your scripts or scenes don’t have any errors.

🧱 Editing & Layout

Q: Where do I change scene structure or layout?

Use the Layouts tab to edit Godot .tscn scene files. For logic, use the Scripts tab.

Q: How do I change a character’s look or name?

Go to the Assets tab or Co-Pilot and request an edit:

“Change the character Nova’s outfit to a space uniform.”
“Rename this character to Commander Ray.”

🚀 Publishing & Exporting

Q: How do I publish my game?

Click Publish in the top-right of the Editor. Your game will be updated on Jabali and accessible via a shareable link.

Q: Can I export the game as a standalone file?

Not yet, but we are working on it.

💻 Performance & Compatibility

Q: What are the system requirements?

Windows: Windows 10 or later
Mac: macOS 12 or later
Memory: 4 GB RAM minimum
Storage: 500 MB free space

Q: The editor crashes or lags — what should I try?

Close unused tabs or scenes
Restart the app
Make sure your system meets minimum specs
If using many large assets, try reducing file sizes

🛠 Troubleshooting Checklist

🔄 Restart the Editor if anything seems stuck
💾 Make sure to publish frequently
🛑 Check your internet if syncing fails
📦 Use the Report button to submit a bug

📣 Still Need Help?

We’re here to help you build something amazing! 🛠️🎮