Timing how long an interaction takes.

All of the trigger JavaScript is saved into a file called user.js. I'll crack this and save tinkers when testing. You're right, publishing every time isn't fun

Didn't know that. Great tip!

I've extended Steve's code to add another variable that records elapsed seconds using the JavaScript Date() in addition to counting timer intervals.  There shouldn't be much difference in the two unless other Storyline JavaScipts block the timer interval here and there.  Maybe this would add up to something, maybe not, maybe accuracy doesn't matter in most situations.  But using Date() doesn't cost anything additional, and you will get more accurate results.

This demo shows both counting along.  You can simulate another JavaScript blocking the interval timer by clicking the "Busy" button once to view the cumulative difference.  

Steve, this is great! Thanks so much. Definitely s/b a verified answer IMHO.

I did change the Set function to when the timeline starts, and put it on the slide master. And the buttons are working. I'm contemplating making a Screenr on this at some point, with your permission, and of course referencing this thread and you, since all I did was copy and paste. But I'm thinking others might like to have this. It's beautiful! So clean. And cool that it will run between slides. Haven't looked at that part yet.

Sam, I haven't had a chance to look at yours yet. Tx for contributing.

Yeah!

Sure, thing Rebecca. I'm not sure how initializing the functions on each slide (declaring, really) will affect the slide to slide timer. Should be OK (since I think it's just declaring the functions) but I haven't tested it. If it mucks up, let me know. I'll make an adjustment that'll help.

"...If it mucks up, let me know..." Guess I'd best get my dibs in before SL911 begins . Tx again. Will post here if I ever get to this particular Screenr. Don't hold your breath.

Hi,

I tried the solution and I noticed the Timer Tics falls behind the Elapsed Seconds.  Anyone else had this happen?

Thanks!

Hi Sheri,

This thread is from January 2013 (hard to believe, we're in 2014!) so I'm not certain that they're still subscribed. You may want to try try sending them a PM regarding this specific solution shared, or start a new thread and share your .story file and if you modified any portions of the Javascript. 

Greetings, Laura!

I'm not sure if Berno is still subscribed to this discussion, but you could always use the Contact Me button on an ELH users' profile to reach out to them directly about the shared setup.

Wishing you success with your project, and we're here if you need anything else!

Yet again a historical answer has risen up to correct a current shortcoming of Storyline.  I'm so glad this was here!  Cross-linked to this thread.