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I was wondering - can you set the 'range' on number objects ( like on slider objects?) I tried a [range 0 100( to a number, but that doesn't work.
there are actually two different number box object the one you get with <ctrl>3 is the older one it's range can be set with a right click and choosing the properties dialog. if you create a [nbx] object on the canvas you get the newer number box that has more options and understands a range message.
HTH
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