Automated Workflows worked closely with Valspar to develop and deliver a suite of custom software utilities that help designers quickly and accurately organize and visualize colors for the web and print. As a result, Valspar’s designers are now able to keep up with growing partner demand, while continuing to devote time and attention to creativity and color. [Learn how Valspar uses automation...]
Send Keynote 6.2 Presenter Notes to Evernote with AppleScript
A while back, I wrote an article for TUAW that demonstrated how to send presenter notes from a Keynote presentation to Evernote. This week, Apple released Keynote 6.2, and it contains some updated terminology. Here's an updated version of the script, which works with Keynote 6.2.
NOTE: You can download an example presentation containing presenter notes here. You can download the completed AppleScript here.
AppleScript Support Expanded in iWork Update
Apple's latest iWork update provides significant AppleScript improvements across the board. More thoughts to come on this soon. In the meantime, for lots of scripting goodness, visit iworkautomation.com.
AppleScript and iWork… it’s baack. Numbers 3.1 supports AppleScript again.
More thoughts to come on this soon.
MacVoices Interview > Ben Waldie Clarifies the Situation with AppleScript and Mavericks
Ben Waldie helps cut through the controversy surrounding OS X Mavericks, the iWork suite and get to just the facts. There has been concern about the current lack of support in Mavericks, and also in Numbers, Pages and Keynote. Ben calms the waters a bit, explaining what is missing, what still works, and what his expectations are for scripting in both Mavericks and iOS 7 going forward.
AppleScript Support Returning to iWork Soon
My recent Macworld article discussed the state of AppleScript in OS X, focusing heavily on scripting changes in iWork '13. Well, today, Apple posted a tech note discussing features and compatibility with iWork. In it, they explain that productivity features, including AppleScript support, will begin returning soon. For more, visit...
Apple promises to restore some iWork features within six months
Macworld Article > The state of AppleScript: Let’s not panic … yet
It’s that time again. A new version of OS X is out, and with it come the recurring cries of AppleScript’s demise. But let’s try to remain calm: Recent Internet rumors that the sky is falling may be slightly exaggerated. Nobody knows for sure what the future holds, but personally, I don’t think AppleScript is going anywhere just yet.
[Read more on Macworld.com...]
MacTech Article > Workflow Quick Tips > Productivity App Pick: File Juicer
I develop custom automation solutions for lots of clients, but I don’t like reinventing the wheel. If there’s an existing tool that works well and reduces development time, I tend to use it. File Juicer, from Echo One (http://echoone.com), is one such tool, which I’ve used with great success in numerous client projects.
[Read the full article in MacTech magazine's September 2013 issue, available in print and in the MacTech iPad Newsstand app]
Automation Changes in Mavericks – Official Tech Links
Lots of AppleScript and Automator changes were introduced with OS X 10.9 Mavericks. Here are links to official Apple technical resources that discuss some of them...
- AppleScript Release Notes (Updated for OS X 10.9 Mavericks)
- AppleScript Language Guide (Updated for OS X 10.9 Mavericks)
- Technical Q&A QA1802 (Adopting Scripting Targets for Composing Mail)
- OS X: Using AppleScript with Accessibility and Security features in Mavericks
- WWDC 2013: Session 416: Introducing AppleScript Libraries
- WWDC 2013: Session 417: Automation Update
For a general overview of the automation changes in Mavericks, visit macosxautomation.com (not hosted by Apple Inc.).
AppleScript Easter Egg: Nothing to see here; move along.
In honor of AppleScript's 20th birthday (it was introduced at WWDC 1993), here's a little Easter Egg to share.
1. Create an empty text file.
2. Change the extension of the text file to .sdef (an AppleScript terminology file)
3. Drag the .sdef file onto AppleScript Editor
AppleScript Editor displays an empty dictionary window, stating "Nothing to see here; move along."