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I'm hiring NPCs
If in space <check whether Skunk only or docked to a capship - Snafu>, 'T' skips audio but drops us out the Sidebar. Can be quicker if using number shortcuts for hiring screen (Return-6), particularly if hiring Teladi due to their long audio
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If you're in the same zone as the ships in question, you may like to instigate reassignments via the map or left-clicking on ships. Especially if not in the same zone, the Property Menu works fine too. While the Skunk is in spaceplayer is flying the Skunk, pressing 'T' or 'F' will cancel the dialogue triggered by making an assignment. Then you can quickly select your next ship for assignment or move on to your next objective.
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