Shared Token Question

[SailorLovins]

As the DM, how can I allow players to view and "assign" tokens they want to use for their character creation? I have...tons but can't seem to share with players. Furthermore, is there a utility that is out there that easily converts graphic files into usable tokens?

[Talyn]

You can share tokens, but you'd be wise to not do so. The majority of "why are my players crashing out of FG?" forum threads are because the players are running out of memory, usually due to too many images and tokens being shared. The intent is for the GM to set tokens. I have seen some GMs take a screenshot of their token images and let players choose that way.

As for creating tokens, I use TokenStamp as its simple and all done online so I don't have to install Java. There's also TokenTool which is an application you install on your computer, which requires Java to run.

[LordEntrails]

Also, be aware of the differences between "tokens" and "portraits" in FG. It is subtle, but important.

[SailorLovins]

Thank you for the tips! Ill be doing that screenshot method you were talking about. Ill do well to remember memory in all things I do on my tables.