In setting up a new character, I noticed that some of the configuration settings aren't what I'd call "optimal". There aren't many config settings at all, so this entry should be short, and should be nothing to fear for those who are afraid of "configuring" things.
The configuration icon is the wrench tool to the right of the LOG OUT button at the bottom right of the Runescape screen. Click on that icon and you should see the few things that can be altered:
Screen BrightnessI always like to have my games on V-Bright. Probably because my monitors always seem dark.
Mouse ButtonIf you only have a one-button mouse, you can let the game know here. Otherwise, just leave it as it is, at two-button.
Chat EffectsIf you don't like to see people talking in color or in 'wavey' format, you can shut off the Chat Effects. Personally, I like the color etc, so I keep my chat effects on.
Split Private-chatI personally like to keep my public and private chats seperate on the screen, especially when the chats scroll off quickly in the public chat as it is. I change Split Private-chat from Off to On, so then my private chats appear above the public chats area instead, and aren't scrolled off by my activities.
Accept AidThis gives "permission" for other players to teleport you from your current location to wherever their teleports allow them to teleport others. It's more important to have this configured when you're a PK player, but if you have someone being annoying and teleporting you to where you're lost, you can shut off their power with this configuration
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