How do I get a buffs name?

[Shronk]

Hi there.

I am working on a small mod to show the active buffnames and the time left.

So, I'm able to get the time left. However, it doesn't seem that I can find a way to get the buffs name

Now, I'm certain that it's possible, as there are mods out there that show the buffname.

I hope someone can(and will) help me.

[kaylen]

You can't get at it directly, you have to parse it out of a tooltip.

[Shronk]

and how am I able to get information out of a tooltip? Couldn't find any information :/

[Cladhaire]

http://www.wowwiki.com/UIOBJECT_GameTooltip

That'll help you a bit.

[Shronk]

ok, thanks for your help.

I'll have to look at it and then try things out.