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      Mac OS X Automator

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      May 28, 2012
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        1Mac OS X Automator

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        Automators interface is simple to understand. Select an action from the left hand side, choosing from the available categories, and drag it across the to the right.

        2Mac OS X Automator – Keyword search

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        As well as displaying Actions according to their kind, you can also choose according to keyword. The keywords are contextually sensitive, so that for example, if you choose Photo and Send you can see all actions concerning sending an image file.

        3Mac OS X Automator – Linking Actions

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        When linking together Actions, you need to have input and output matching for each step. In this case, we have a problem, as one step is expecting an image from an Action which outputs a general file. The problem is highlighted by Automator in red.

        4Mac OS X Automator – Finder contextual menu

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        Automator is integrated into the Finders contextual menu system, so that you can send a batch of files to it for further processing from any Finder window.

        5Mac OS X Automator – Modifying files

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        For any operation which changes the name or contents of a file, Automator gives a warning and offers to insert an additional Action creating copies of the file before you work on it.

        6Mac OS X Automator – Saving workflows

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        Once youve completed your script (which Apple refers to as a Workflow) you can save it as a standalone application, similar to a drag-and-drop enabled applet in AppleScript.

        7Mac OS X Automator – Scheduled tasks

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        Although the integration of shell scripts delivers plenty of potential power for administrators and advanced users, some Workflows can be very simple. This two-step script checks for anyone in your Address Book who has a birthday today, and sends them a b

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