Publisher's Synopsis
AppleScript is Apple's intuitive and easy-to-use scripting language that lets users automate and control the actions of the Mac OS and Mac applications. Using AppleScript, anybody can streamline frequent tasks, such as logging on to the Internet, emptying the Trash, or formatting a graphics file. Businesses and corporations use AppleScript in their daily workflow to streamline repetitive tasks, retrieve files, and schedule backups. It's powerful, easy to use, and absolutely free.
Written by one of the country's leading AppleScript programmers, AppleScript for Applications: Visual QuickStart Guide offers extensive discussion of the latest versions of AppleScript for Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X plus plenty of insider tips and tricks. This book includes complete scripts for popular Mac apps such as FileMaker Pro, Word, Photoshop, and QuarkXPress plus a companion Web site for downloads and helpful links.
