Text Editor and Tab is not loading in Script Editor

Scripting
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Hi,

I have installed Rhino 8 on my new machine and trying to use Code Editor.
However, it not loading properly that the Text editor part of the Code Editor is not active (completely empty) thus its not possible to type anything. Hovering over, right-mouse click on this particular area doesn’t do anything.
Also the tab is not visible so I cannot make a new file, also the Save active script is inactive, but the Toggle browser side panel and Toggle console tray is working okay.

When I load older python component, some LBHB in this case, I am see the text editor and all the texts in the text editor area and able to type.

I want to make it easier to understand by uploading some screenshots but its not possible due to a strict policy of my comp rule.

Here is the version info:

Grasshopper
Version Friday, 12 July, 2024 18:12
Build 1.0.0008

Rhino
Version 8 SR9
(8.9.24194.18121, 2024-07-12)
Commercial

I am wondering if its related to my comp some security programs or its just a version issue.

Thank you very much

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The text editor being invisible is usually an issue with the graphics card driver. Would it be something you or IT can update on your system to test?

I would appreciate if you can run a few more tests for me as well:

  • Run ScriptEditor command and open a new script. I am assuming the text editor control is gonna be blank here as well
  • Create a new script component and open the editor for that as well.
  • Then run RhinoCodeLogs and save all the contents and DM me. The contents help me see if there are any issues opening the text editor control

Thank you!

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Interestingly ScriptEditor of Rhino shows “New file” and “Tabs” visible which are not available on the Grasshoper Script Editor. However, its all blank that as you suggested.

I am sending you the RhinoCodeLogs via DM now.

Thank you for your assistance.

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I looked at the logs and seems like editor is opening fine. This must be a display issue. Would you be able to update the graphics card driver and test? It would also be handy if I can get a report of SystemInfo command for your Rhino

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I have updated my GPU driver to the latest and unfortunately it still shows the same blank.

Since my GPU has been updated, I am sending the RhinoCodeLogs and SystemInfo in DM.

Thank you very much.

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Are still having these problems in 8.10 today?

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Both the Nividia and the Intel driver need to be updated. From the System info it looks like Nvidia is up to date, but the intel is a year old?

The problem is a display problem in a web based control used to display text.

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I have updated my rhino into 8 SR10 (8.10.24219.11001) and still having the same issue.

This indeed might be the problem. I’ve thought I had one of the latest version on my new machine since I’ve received it very recently from Dell. Since the windows update is also not working at my comp environment, I’ll try to update it manually and let you know.

Thank you very much~

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I have just updated my driver for Nvidia and sent you my SystemInfo and RhinoCodeLogs via DM.
I hope it helps to find out any problem from my side.

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Hi @amaraa
I am not sure if this problem is still happening for you but, there are a few more things we usually suggest to try:

  • Run rhino in safemode (search rhino 8 in safe mode in start menu). Run ScriptEditor and say Yes to loading the plugin. Check if problem still happens
  • Use with single monitor. Check if problem still happens
  • Clean install of Nvidia driver. Check if problem still happens
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Clean installing the display driver solved the issue.
Thank you very much for your suggestions.

Things tried chronically:

  • Single monitor usage
  • Safe mode Rhino in Single monitor
  • Complete uninstall of Nvidia driver
  • Rhino Commercial and Safe mode without Nvidia driver
  • Installing Nvidia Driver
  • Rhino Commercial and Safe mode with new Nvidia driver
  • Complete uninstall of Intel Driver
  • Rhino in Windows Safe Mode and Script Editor appeared (WORKED!!)
  • Windows Normal Mode Rhino Script editor loaded

I was pleasantly surprised when the Script Editor finally loaded on the screen—it was a great way to start my Monday! Once again, thank you so much for your support.

Kind regards,
Amaraa~

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