Fonts
There are 3 different fonts you can change with BallScore. Click the appropriate button to change the font you want.
Player name fontThis is the name of all players shown on the scoresheet.
Play description fontThis is the play description shown at the top of a cell: 1B,2B,BB,63, etc.
Runner description fontThis is the description of how a runner advances around the bases: SB,CS,WP,PB,etc.
Always use RLM fontCheck this button to use the bold Roster and Lineup Manager font in other BallScore dialogs. This bold font is sometimes easier to see on laptop computers.
Cursor options
Use full field display in scoring cellsCheck this box to display the outfield wall in addition to the infield diamond.
Use round cursor Use cross-hair cursorCheck either of these boxes for a different cell cursor that may improve visibility on some systems. The round cursor has a bulls-eye appearance and cannot show cross-hairs.
Cursor border width New Batter Marker widthSelect the width in pixels for either the cell cursor or NBM's. Again a higher value may improve visibility on certain systems.
Use cell alarm systemWhen this box is checked the cursor will be a bright yellow color with a cross-hair whenever the cursor is not on the next cell that should be scored.
Cell options
Scoring cell width - The width of each scoring cell in pixels Lineup cell width - The width of the player name slots on the scoresheetWhen changing the scoring cell width you will more than likely have to select a different font size.
This chart will show you how many cells will show at different resolutions using the Normal Lineup cell width.
If using the Narrow Lineup cell width then add 1 inning.
If using the Wide Lineup cell width then subtract 1 inning.
800x600 resolution
Cell size
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78 pixels = 7 innings X 4 players
72 pixels = 8 innings X 5 players
66 pixels = 9 innings X 5 players
60 pixels = 10 innings X 6 players
54 pixels = 11 innings X 7 players
48 pixels = 13 innings X 7 players
42 pixels = 16 innings X 9 players
1024x768 resolution
Cell size
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78 pixels = 10 innings X 7 players
72 pixels = 11 innings X 7 players
66 pixels = 12 innings X 8 players
60 pixels = 14 innings X 9 players
54 pixels = 15 innings X 10 players
48 pixels = 18 innings X 11 players
42 pixels = 21 innings X 13 players
Lineup cell width-----------------
Narrow = 2 X Scoring cell width
Normal = 3 X Scoring cell width
Wide = 4 X Scoring cell width
Note: Whenever a new setting is selected it won't show until the next time you start BallScore
Sticky Notes
You can choose to view certain sticky notes on the right side of the scoresheet that show alarms or other information you may need. Each sticky note is described below.
Cell Alarm SystemThis sticky note should always be turned on to alert you that the cursor in not on the next batter to be scored. The Use Cell Alarm System above should also be turned on.
Batters facedUse this sticky note if you use a Batters Faced limit with your starting pitcher.
Balance InformationThis sticky note should always be turned on to alert you as soon as either scoresheet goes out of balance. This will allow you to find the problem right away and correct it. Use the backspace key to undo the last play and try another way of scoring the play.
Pitch CountThis sticky note will allow you to easily view the starting pitchers pitch count. A pitch count threshold can also be set on the Innings/Count tab. This note is usually green but will turn yellow when a pitch count is within 10 pitches of the threshold. When the pitch count reaches the threshold this note will turn red.