GameMaker How do you make a jump state?

[hiro094]

[I am writing this using a translate.]
Hello,
I'm make 2D side scrolling action games.

GameMaker Studio 2: Melee Attacks Tutorial

I'd like to add a jump state to this video.
However, I'm also considering attacking while jumping.
In that case should I create a jump state and a jump attack state?
Or do you write the jump in Free State?

 

[Slyddar]

These days I just use an air state, which allows you to transition into the attack state. Then I run an animation script at the end of the step event, which allocates the correct attack sprite depending on if we are in the air or on the ground. A jump state is essentially just an air state, once you've allocated the jump movement speed.