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Running scripts by dragging and dropping
If you have a batch process that you repeat frequently, save it as a script, then drag that script
from your hard drive to the Fireworks icon on your desktop to run the batch process. The
Fireworks application launches and runs that script.
To run a script by dragging and dropping:
1. Save a script.
2. Do one of the following:
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Drag the script file icon onto the Fireworks desktop icon.
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Drag the script file icon into an open Fireworks document.
Extending Fireworks
Extending Fireworks has never been easier. Fireworks offers a variety of different ways you can
create custom commands that enhance its capabilities.
With the Extension Manager, you can install and manage extensions that augment the
functionality of Fireworks. Or you can write custom JavaScript code and use it as a custom
command in Fireworks. You can also use Flash SWF movies as custom commands in
Fireworks. You can paste color values directly from Flash actionscript into Fireworks color
boxes. In addition, the Fireworks History panel provides an easy-to-use interface that allows
you to create custom commands from a series of recorded tasks.
After you install an extension or create a custom command, Fireworks places it in the
Commands menu.
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Dragging multiple script files and multiple graphic files into Fireworks processes the
graphic files multiple times, once for each script.
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If stored as a SWF file in the Command Panels folder on your hard disk, commands are
available as panels in the Window menu. For more information, see
“About scripting with
Flash SWF files” on page 440 .