Turtle (ComputerCraft)

Turtle
Name	Turtle
Source Mod	ComputerCraft
ID Name	ComputerCraft:CC-Turtle
Type	Block
Stackable	Yes (64)
Blast Resistance	12.5
Hardness	2.5
Solid	Yes
Transparent	No
Affected by Gravity	No
Emits Light	No
Flammable	No
Required Tool

The Turtle is a block added by the ComputerCraft mod. It is essentially a robot with the ability to move around, detect, place blocks and pick-up or drop items. The programs it run are stored in its internal memory or on a Floppy Disk. The Turtle can be equipped with peripherals and tools, which will make it into an utility machine such as the Mining Turtle. The Turtle is submersible and Lava proof, this makes it particularly useful for retrieving valuable resources where lava pools can prevent access. The Turtle doesn't keep the chunk loaded, this means that the Player has to stay within the same chunk as the Turtle or use a Dimensional Anchor or Chunk Loader. Leaving the chunk or shutting down the game (or a server reboot) while a Turtle is running will cause it to forget its task.

The Turtle's programming is written in Lua an easy to learn code language, given some interest and a good resource. Turtle actions are defined by its API, a set of specific action commands to put the turtle in motion. Simple programs may be written to make the Turtle execute a task such as building stairs, bridges or structures, etc.

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Getting Started

Upon placing the Turtle, access its User interface by 'Right-clicking' it. The command prompt window is where the Player types commands and edit programs. It is recommended to name the Turtle using the command: label set name. With the label set, the name displays above the Turtle (while pointing at it), this means that it can be removed safely and retain its memory and fuel. A folder is created in the game folder, containing any files edited with the Turtle.

On the right of the Players inventory is a 4 by 4 grid , which is the Turtle inventory, where it stores the items harvested and picked up. Items to be placed or equipped by the Turtle are also placed in this inventory. At any time the Player may type: help for a list of help subjects. Adding the name of a program or command will give a summary of its use.

Built-in Command and Programs

To view a list of built-in commands and programs, at the prompt type: programs. To run a program, simply type the name of the program or command followed by any parameters it requires. The Turtle can be programmed to execute a task automatically upon starting the game, at the prompt enter this simple code:

 edit startup
 shell.run "nameOfTask"

where nameOfTask is one of the built-in programs, commands or a Player writen task. Press the Control key (Ctrl) and choose Save (using arrow keys) then Ctrl again to Exit

Equipment

Installing a tool, weapon or peripheral can be done in a crafting grid, or with the command: turtle.equipRight() and turtle.equipLeft() as applicable. If a peripheral or tool is already equipped on the given side it will be swapped and returned to the Turtle's inventory. The programming commands enhances the Turtle's efficiency and autonomy, allowing it to swap the implement needed on the go to complete the diverse tasks assigned through programming.

Fuel

Turtles require fuel. They accept combustible items (any item that burns in a vanilla furnace) and numerous items that store MJ or EU. The command to refuel a turtle is turtle.refuel(). For example turtle.refuel(64) will refuel the turtle with 64 items. The command refuel all may also be used to tell the turtle to consume all the fuel in its inventory . The fuel values for combustible items is burn time × 5 / 100, where burn time is the number of ticks a fuel burns in a normal furnace. Some examples of fuel values for items are shown below:

Item	Distance	Mod
Scrap	17m	IndustrialCraft2
Coalfuel Cell	1,520m	IndustrialCraft2
Scaffold	15m	IndustrialCraft2
Peat	80m	Forestry
Wooden Tools	10m	Vanilla
Lava Bucket	1,000m	Vanilla
Blaze Rod	120m	Vanilla
Wood	15m	Vanilla
Stick	5m	Vanilla
Coal  •  Charcoal	80m	Vanilla
Mushroom  •  Mushroom	15m	Vanilla
Coal Coke	160m	Railcraft

Fuel Mode

An optional unlimited fuel setting is available by setting the line turtleNeedsFuel=true to false in the config/ComputerCraft.cfg file. In this mode, Turtles use their internal Redstone Engine, and as such, they do not need to be re-charged, or receive any other form of external power. This is because Redstone continuously emits low levels of energy, and the Turtle's engine is very efficient.

Floppy Disk

A Turtle's memory data can be transferred and stored on a Floppy Disk using a Disk Drive placed beside it. However, if the Turtle is equipped with a Wireless Modem, the Disk Drive (or other peripherals) must be placed on the opposite side.

Usage

Turtle (ComputerCraft) can be used to create the following items:

•  Digging Turtle
•  Farming Turtle
•  Felling Turtle
•  Magnet Turtle
•  Melee Turtle
•  Mining Turtle
•  Wireless Turtle

Tutorial and Resource

• Short tutorial
• Turtle Basics
• Forum

See Also

The following items may also be of interest:

•  Advanced Turtle