EVE Fitting Tool: Difference between revisions

On this screen, you will need to input your character's API key which can be obtained here: [http://www.eveonline.com/API http://www.eveonline.com/api]. When you have input the information, click 'Connect' which will pop up another window to select the character information you wish to import from your account. You can also click the option to save that character selection which will allow you to use the 'Quick import' button to update your character in the future.

One other useful thing to know is that you can modify your character's skill levels manually. This is very helpful if you want to compare your ship stats with your current skill level versus any future changes.  

From here, you will want to familiarize yourself with the display. You can select the character you want to work with in the drop down box at the top. Mousing over the various icons in each section will display specific information. For example, mousing over the question mark will display the ships information and bonuses.

You can also search for specific types by typing the name in the search window at the top. In certain categories you can also show faction or other specific modules by clicking the buttons at the bottom of the window.

To load a module, click and drag the module into the appropriate slot on the ship window. When a module is loaded you will notice that it will change various stats on the right side of the ship window. You can also change the status of the module by clicking the icon to the left of the module itself.

Clicking 'Show Module Info' will pop up a window that will display the various stats and requirements to fit the module.

You will also notice that it gives the price for the module itself. As you load a module onto the ship, it will automatically pull the average price information from the EVE-Central database if you are on an active internet connection. As you fit more and more modules, the ship window will calculate the estimated total cost for that fitting in the bottom right. Keep in mind that not all modules have price data loaded on the EVE-Central site and it may not be completely accurate depending on the region you are in.

Some ships also have the ability to carry drones. If you wish to add those to the fitting, click the 'Drones' button at the bottom right of the ship window. From here you simply click and drag the drones you wish to fit. To put them online, click the check box.

Once you have finished creating a fitting, you have a couple of options. If you wish to work with the same ship, you can click the arrow down icon next to the 'Current Setup' drop down menu to manage the setups. It also features options to export the setup to various formats. If you are finished working with that ship type, click the X in the top right of the ship window to close it and save your setup. You have successfully created your first setup!

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