Prat: advanced chat in WoW Classic x5
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.ru
Prat is a modular add-on that makes Classic chat convenient and informative. Timestamps, line copying, cross-session history, name highlighting and clickable links turn the basic chat window into a full communication and raid-coordination tool.
What Prat adds
- Timestamps — see when a message arrived
- Line copy — pull coordinates, a link or trade terms
- Chat history — messages persist between logins
- Highlighting — your name and keywords stand out in the stream
- Filters and tabs — organize channels by topic, hide spam
Installation and setup
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download Prat for 1.12.1, unpack into Interface/AddOns/ |
| 2 | Enable Prat in the add-on selection menu |
| 3 | Right-click a chat tab → open Prat settings |
| 4 | Enable timestamps, history and the modules you want |
Make a separate tab for raid warnings and loot announcements — that way important messages won't get lost in the general and trade chat stream.
Raid coordination on x5
In a fast-paced raid on an accelerated server, chat is a working tool:
- Copy meeting coordinates and share them without errors
- Keep one tab for guild and raid, another for trade
- Highlight your name so you don't miss a call-out
- History helps you restore agreements after a relog
Build a comfortable interface with UI setup and learn the basic commands in chat slash commands.
Filters and channel order
Prat helps tame the message flood:
- Hide extra system lines and repetitive trade spam
- Split channels across tabs: guild, party, raid, trade
- Filter by keywords to catch the announcements you need
Don't disable raid warnings and combat system alerts — they're critical in dungeons. Filter only the noise, not the important notifications.
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FAQ
What does Prat do?
Prat extends WoW chat: it adds timestamps, line copying, message history between sessions, name highlighting, clickable links and flexible channel filters.
Can I copy text from chat with Prat?
Yes, Prat adds a copy function for chat lines — handy for pulling coordinates, an item link or trade terms from the chat window into your clipboard.
Does Prat save chat history?
Yes, Prat can keep message history between logins so you don't lose important conversations and announcements after a relog.
Does Prat load the interface?
Prat is modular: enable only the modules you need (timestamps, history, copy) and disable the rest — then the performance impact is minimal.