How to load test modules¶

If a chirp developer tells you to load a module to test, follow these instructions.

NOTE: Loading a module can cause data corruption and or execute code on your system. Only load modules from trusted sources and use extreme care when using this functionality!

Enable Developer Mode¶

In the Help menu, select Enable Developer Mode so that it is checked.

You will see the following notice:

NOTE: You must exit and restart CHIRP at this point for Developer Mode to be fully active.

Load the module¶

With Developer Mode enabled, a new entry in the File menu named Load Module will be present. Select this and then choose the module file to be loaded.

NOTE: The module is only loaded while CHIRP is running. If you exit CHIRP and restart, you will need to load the module again for the changes to be active.

Reproduce the issue¶

Once the module is loaded, test the behavior in question, reproduce the issue, etc. Then before you exit CHIRP capture a debug log. See How_to_report_issues for details about capturing a debug log.

Finishing up¶

Once you are done testing the new module, it is recommended that you put CHIRP back to normal by going back to the Help menu an uncheck Developer Mode.