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milliseconds

Syntax

    the milliseconds

Description

System property; returns the current time in milliseconds (1/1000 of a second). Counting begins from the time the computer is started.

Example

This statement converts milliseconds to seconds and minutes by dividing the number of milliseconds by 1000 and dividing that result by 60, and then sets the variable `currentMinutes` to the result:

    currentSeconds = milliseconds/1000
    currentMinutes = currentseconds/60

The resolution accuracy of the count is machine and operating system dependent.

Example

This handler counts the milliseconds and posts an alert if you've been working too long.

    on idle
    	if the milliseconds > 1000 * 60 * 60 * 4 then
    		alert "Take a break"
    	end if
    end

See also

`ticks`, `time()`, `timer`