I agree. Clrmamepro is probably the least intuitive application I've ever used.
However, since it does the job (once you figure it out), and I'm not in a position to write my own competing application, I just live with it.
I think that if I was going to design a competing app, I'd probably go with a "wizard" type GUI (like an installer) that walks you through each step, asks you questions, and branches to new screens depending on which choices you make. At any point, you can hit "back" or "next" if you change your mind.
For "power users", a wizard style interface gets in the way, but since the majority of users are likely NOT power users, catering to the lowest common denominator ensures a LOT less "support" issues to deal with.
GroovyMAME support forum on BYOAC
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