April 2002
Tuesday, April 30, 2002
maintain1 v1.6
- maintain1 is an AppleScript Studio app which provides an easy interface for running some shell scripts. Version changes include a couple more buttons (ftp log and netinfo log) and fixed the findtext script a little (now you can search for something that starts with a period). [Version Tracker]
11:28:52 PM
DiceX v1.0.2
- DiceX is a dice-roller application built with AppleScript Studio, with options for number of dice, number of sides, a memory to save and restore values, and an optional bonus calculation. This version corrects for "save" and "restore" features available only to the latest AppleScript beta. [MacScripter.net]
9:38:58 PM
April 2002 Developer Tools Posted
- The April 2002 Developer Tools, now available to ADC online members, includes a new version of Project Builder with a flexible user interface. This long-time CodeWarrior user set it to the “Many Windows” configuration, and so far I’m pleased. [ranchero.com]
7:26:25 PM
eMail Alert! v3.0
- eMail Alert! makes keeping your mail in check easy and effective. By automatically scanning your e-mail accounts on a regular basis, it gives you fast notification when new messages arrive. eMail Alert! can play sounds, display alert dialogs, launch applications and AppleScripts, load URLs in your favorite web browser and much more. In fact, you can even read and reply to them - all without having to launch your regular e-mail software.
3:39:58 PM
Rumpus v2.1.1
- Rumpus is high-performance FTP server software that, when new files are uploaded to the server, can notify the administrator (or anyone else) by sending an e-mail or take other action by executing an AppleScript. Version changes include bug fixes, performance improvement and better CPU utilization under Mac OS X.
12:18:14 PM
Daydreamer v1.1
- Daydreamer can display the many webcam pictures to which URLs point and update them as often as you like. With AppleScript, you can create a new document, change the settings of an existing document or export the current picture. The AppleScript support is discussed in detail on the Daydreamer web site. [MacInTouch]
10:18:24 AM
TidBITS: Top Mac OS X Utilities: Alternative Controls
- In the current issue of TidBITS, Adam Engst looks at some Mac OS X utilities that give you more launching options than ever before. He discusses Apple's Script Menu and a few other utilities which can be integrated with AppleScript.
9:52:38 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Piero's FileScript Helper 2.1
9:19:57 AM
- maintain1 is an AppleScript Studio app which provides an easy interface for running some shell scripts. Version changes include a couple more buttons (ftp log and netinfo log) and fixed the findtext script a little (now you can search for something that starts with a period). [Version Tracker]
11:28:52 PM
DiceX v1.0.2
- DiceX is a dice-roller application built with AppleScript Studio, with options for number of dice, number of sides, a memory to save and restore values, and an optional bonus calculation. This version corrects for "save" and "restore" features available only to the latest AppleScript beta. [MacScripter.net]
9:38:58 PM
April 2002 Developer Tools Posted
- The April 2002 Developer Tools, now available to ADC online members, includes a new version of Project Builder with a flexible user interface. This long-time CodeWarrior user set it to the “Many Windows” configuration, and so far I’m pleased. [ranchero.com]
7:26:25 PM
eMail Alert! v3.0
- eMail Alert! makes keeping your mail in check easy and effective. By automatically scanning your e-mail accounts on a regular basis, it gives you fast notification when new messages arrive. eMail Alert! can play sounds, display alert dialogs, launch applications and AppleScripts, load URLs in your favorite web browser and much more. In fact, you can even read and reply to them - all without having to launch your regular e-mail software.
3:39:58 PM
Rumpus v2.1.1
- Rumpus is high-performance FTP server software that, when new files are uploaded to the server, can notify the administrator (or anyone else) by sending an e-mail or take other action by executing an AppleScript. Version changes include bug fixes, performance improvement and better CPU utilization under Mac OS X.
12:18:14 PM
Daydreamer v1.1
- Daydreamer can display the many webcam pictures to which URLs point and update them as often as you like. With AppleScript, you can create a new document, change the settings of an existing document or export the current picture. The AppleScript support is discussed in detail on the Daydreamer web site. [MacInTouch]
10:18:24 AM
TidBITS: Top Mac OS X Utilities: Alternative Controls
- In the current issue of TidBITS, Adam Engst looks at some Mac OS X utilities that give you more launching options than ever before. He discusses Apple's Script Menu and a few other utilities which can be integrated with AppleScript.
9:52:38 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Piero's FileScript Helper 2.1
9:19:57 AM
Monday, April 29, 2002
BTV v5.4.1
- BTV is an application for the Macintosh that allows you to easily view and capture video from any video input source. AppleScript support is implemented in BTV for many functions such as capturing video, capturing images, printing images, changing channels, adjusting the display settings and much more. [MacScripter.net]
9:50:43 PM
Apple Store Locator v1.1
- This is an AppleScript Studio application that allows one to find the location of an Apple store. An internet connection is not necessary to use the main feature but it helps if you want to visit the websites of the stores.
9:20:47 PM
HomeCalc X v1.1
- HomeCalc X is an AppleScript Studio application that calculates what your monthly mortgage rate would be given the mortgage length, property taxes, down payment, full mortgage amount and interest rate. [MacScripter.net]
9:12:08 PM
ranchero.com: Frontier Contextual Menu Plugin now Open Source
- The source code to the Frontier/Radio contextual menu plugin for OS X is now available. It’s released under the BSD license. This contextual menu plugin for OS X gives you a Frontier Scripts submenu. You can attach your own scripts and run them from the Finder and other applications that support contextual menus (such as BBEdit, Internet Explorer, and Eudora). [ranchero.com]
7:18:07 PM
Stone Studio 04-29-2002
- Stone Studio is an entire suite of Mac OS X native applications for design to web and design to print. [Version history]
5:04:50 PM
Fetch v4.0.2
- Fetch is a fully scriptable and recordable FTP client which features a thorough Apple Event Object Model along with support for the Anarchie and GetURL suites of Apple Events. This version includes dozens of bug fixes and new features.
4:50:22 PM
Hangman.app v0.9B
- Hangman.app is an implementation of the classic game, except for OSX. I'm guessing that this is an AppleScript Studio project.
1:22:25 PM
MacCentral: Home automation software gets updated
- "Sand Hill Engineering has released version 3.8.9 of XTension, the Mac-only home automation software. XTension uses AppleScript as its scripting language. It's fully scriptable, attachable and recordable. And you can control any other scriptable application from within it." [XTension version history]
1:11:19 PM
Radio Poster v1.1
- Well heck, it doesn't have an AppleScript dictionary but one can always hope! Radio Poster is a REALbasic application which posts messages to a Radio UserLand weblog. Feature request: Make it scriptable.
11:33:53 AM
Randomness v1.4
- "This AppleScript Studio program has three functions. The first is a name-picker; the user enters a list of names, and the program will draw one at random. Lists can be saved and loaded, as well. (This can be useful in a sweepstakes or raffle situation.) The second function generates random numbers within a specified range; and the third function generates a string of random numbers within a specified range." [Version Tracker]
11:27:16 AM
MacASP v0.95fc1
- MacASP is a new Macintosh web server-side scripting software, free to use with PWS (Personal Web Sharing) and MacHTTP, and compatible with all major Mac web servers. It includes OSA support (AppleScript).
11:23:47 AM
i-Sort v1.0
- This AppleScript based application sorts your files based on file types, creator codes and file extensions.
11:15:58 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Drop LU 1.2 (OS X), Drop LU 1.2, Friendlier Claris It! for Entourage, Updates: CLU 2.1 (OS X), CLU 1.5
10:38:37 AM
- BTV is an application for the Macintosh that allows you to easily view and capture video from any video input source. AppleScript support is implemented in BTV for many functions such as capturing video, capturing images, printing images, changing channels, adjusting the display settings and much more. [MacScripter.net]
9:50:43 PM
Apple Store Locator v1.1
- This is an AppleScript Studio application that allows one to find the location of an Apple store. An internet connection is not necessary to use the main feature but it helps if you want to visit the websites of the stores.
9:20:47 PM
HomeCalc X v1.1
- HomeCalc X is an AppleScript Studio application that calculates what your monthly mortgage rate would be given the mortgage length, property taxes, down payment, full mortgage amount and interest rate. [MacScripter.net]
9:12:08 PM
ranchero.com: Frontier Contextual Menu Plugin now Open Source
- The source code to the Frontier/Radio contextual menu plugin for OS X is now available. It’s released under the BSD license. This contextual menu plugin for OS X gives you a Frontier Scripts submenu. You can attach your own scripts and run them from the Finder and other applications that support contextual menus (such as BBEdit, Internet Explorer, and Eudora). [ranchero.com]
7:18:07 PM
Stone Studio 04-29-2002
- Stone Studio is an entire suite of Mac OS X native applications for design to web and design to print. [Version history]
5:04:50 PM
Fetch v4.0.2
- Fetch is a fully scriptable and recordable FTP client which features a thorough Apple Event Object Model along with support for the Anarchie and GetURL suites of Apple Events. This version includes dozens of bug fixes and new features.
4:50:22 PM
Hangman.app v0.9B
- Hangman.app is an implementation of the classic game, except for OSX. I'm guessing that this is an AppleScript Studio project.
1:22:25 PM
MacCentral: Home automation software gets updated
- "Sand Hill Engineering has released version 3.8.9 of XTension, the Mac-only home automation software. XTension uses AppleScript as its scripting language. It's fully scriptable, attachable and recordable. And you can control any other scriptable application from within it." [XTension version history]
1:11:19 PM
Radio Poster v1.1
- Well heck, it doesn't have an AppleScript dictionary but one can always hope! Radio Poster is a REALbasic application which posts messages to a Radio UserLand weblog. Feature request: Make it scriptable.
11:33:53 AM
Randomness v1.4
- "This AppleScript Studio program has three functions. The first is a name-picker; the user enters a list of names, and the program will draw one at random. Lists can be saved and loaded, as well. (This can be useful in a sweepstakes or raffle situation.) The second function generates random numbers within a specified range; and the third function generates a string of random numbers within a specified range." [Version Tracker]
11:27:16 AM
MacASP v0.95fc1
- MacASP is a new Macintosh web server-side scripting software, free to use with PWS (Personal Web Sharing) and MacHTTP, and compatible with all major Mac web servers. It includes OSA support (AppleScript).
11:23:47 AM
i-Sort v1.0
- This AppleScript based application sorts your files based on file types, creator codes and file extensions.
11:15:58 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Drop LU 1.2 (OS X), Drop LU 1.2, Friendlier Claris It! for Entourage, Updates: CLU 2.1 (OS X), CLU 1.5
10:38:37 AM
Sunday, April 28, 2002
iPod2iTunes v0.9.9 Beta
- iPod2iTunes is a utility which allows you not only to copy but to synchronize tracks and playlists from your iPod(s) to your Mac(s). This version includes various bug fixes and enhancements.
4:55:33 PM
MacHTTP v2.5b9
- This beta release of MacHTTP, a scriptable web server, resets the expiration date and adds no new features.
1:25:03 PM
Palm4Fix v1.2.1
- This script fixes #1852402768 errors with Palm Desktop 4.0b1, 4.0b2, and 4.0 final for Mac OS 9.
1:11:56 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: File Searcher [for Hotline], Updates: Email Searcher v1.3 Demo, iTunes Library Manager v1.2
12:54:48 PM
(Entourage) Events2Web v1.21b4
- Events2Web is an AppleScript script which exports calendar events from Microsoft Entourage X (Office X) to a web site. Changes include support for an optional "header" image (an image and optional link that appear at the top of the calendar) and a bug fix concerning a cryptic error message with some repeating events.
8:08:05 AM
Tidy-It v0.4
- Tidy-It, an AppleScript Studio application, tidies up your desktop by gathering files based on file extension and placing them into new folders by types. This version adds .css, .xml, .xsl, .txt, .php, .doc, .xls, .swf, and .pkg to the list of recognized extensions. [Version Tracker]
7:59:42 AM
Screen Dump v1.4.8
- Screen Dump is a free, scriptable utility which takes snapshots of your desktop and uploads the picture to display on a web page. Version changes include upload progress in the status window, option to cancel upload and/or timer and a bug fix where not all preferences were saved correctly.
7:43:28 AM
- iPod2iTunes is a utility which allows you not only to copy but to synchronize tracks and playlists from your iPod(s) to your Mac(s). This version includes various bug fixes and enhancements.
4:55:33 PM
MacHTTP v2.5b9
- This beta release of MacHTTP, a scriptable web server, resets the expiration date and adds no new features.
1:25:03 PM
Palm4Fix v1.2.1
- This script fixes #1852402768 errors with Palm Desktop 4.0b1, 4.0b2, and 4.0 final for Mac OS 9.
1:11:56 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: File Searcher [for Hotline], Updates: Email Searcher v1.3 Demo, iTunes Library Manager v1.2
12:54:48 PM
(Entourage) Events2Web v1.21b4
- Events2Web is an AppleScript script which exports calendar events from Microsoft Entourage X (Office X) to a web site. Changes include support for an optional "header" image (an image and optional link that appear at the top of the calendar) and a bug fix concerning a cryptic error message with some repeating events.
8:08:05 AM
Tidy-It v0.4
- Tidy-It, an AppleScript Studio application, tidies up your desktop by gathering files based on file extension and placing them into new folders by types. This version adds .css, .xml, .xsl, .txt, .php, .doc, .xls, .swf, and .pkg to the list of recognized extensions. [Version Tracker]
7:59:42 AM
Screen Dump v1.4.8
- Screen Dump is a free, scriptable utility which takes snapshots of your desktop and uploads the picture to display on a web page. Version changes include upload progress in the status window, option to cancel upload and/or timer and a bug fix where not all preferences were saved correctly.
7:43:28 AM
Saturday, April 27, 2002
AppleScript Production: Publish from Email to Web in 5 Minutes with Entourage, BBEdit and Internet Explorer
- One of the strongest points of AppleScript is the interaction between various applications necessary to accomplish a task. A relatively simple set of scripts can be created that pass and process data through a complex series of actions in multiple programs in a streamlined fashion. In this production example, the task is to take information from an email in Entourage, process it in BBEdit and then upload to a database through Internet Explorer. This provides one-click publishing of information from email to web - almost.
4:09:55 PM
Mac OS X Hints: Open a Terminal window at current Finder selection
- Tom Anthony: "Well, I finally got around to creating an Applescript that does it for me"
12:56:48 PM
Google Assistant v1.3
- Google Assistant puts a floating panel on your screen that can be used to search using Google with the "I'm feeling lucky" feature. This version makes the interface a lot smaller while adding features. [Download the AppleScript Studio source code]
11:34:59 AM
WWDC 2002 AppleScript Sessions
- We detailed most of these on April 4 but here's the complete list from Apple.
10:44:10 AM
OmniWeb 4.1b5 for Mac OS X
- OmniWeb is a full-featured native web browser for Mac OS X. Changes in this version include a bug fix which could cause a crash during file saving caused by trying to script the Finder.
10:12:12 AM
StimpSoft Products Live On
- In March 2002, software developer StimpSoft announced "StimpSoft™ is being put to bed." Fortunately, for the many fans of StimpSoft products, several developers have agreed to continue development on some of the abandoned programs. Albert, a little application that can launch AppleScript scripts by sending it an email, will now be developed by Dean Davis of Weatherman fame. Thanks go to John Schilling (StimpSoft) and the new developers for keeping these great applications alive!
9:50:44 AM
Palm4Fix v1.2
- This script is to fix #1852402768 errors with Palm Desktop 4.0b1, 4.0b2, and 4.0 final for Mac OS 9. This version includes several fixes and enhancements. [MacScripter.net]
12:29:20 AM
- One of the strongest points of AppleScript is the interaction between various applications necessary to accomplish a task. A relatively simple set of scripts can be created that pass and process data through a complex series of actions in multiple programs in a streamlined fashion. In this production example, the task is to take information from an email in Entourage, process it in BBEdit and then upload to a database through Internet Explorer. This provides one-click publishing of information from email to web - almost.
4:09:55 PM
Mac OS X Hints: Open a Terminal window at current Finder selection
- Tom Anthony: "Well, I finally got around to creating an Applescript that does it for me"
12:56:48 PM
Google Assistant v1.3
- Google Assistant puts a floating panel on your screen that can be used to search using Google with the "I'm feeling lucky" feature. This version makes the interface a lot smaller while adding features. [Download the AppleScript Studio source code]
11:34:59 AM
WWDC 2002 AppleScript Sessions
- We detailed most of these on April 4 but here's the complete list from Apple.
10:44:10 AM
OmniWeb 4.1b5 for Mac OS X
- OmniWeb is a full-featured native web browser for Mac OS X. Changes in this version include a bug fix which could cause a crash during file saving caused by trying to script the Finder.
10:12:12 AM
StimpSoft Products Live On
- In March 2002, software developer StimpSoft announced "StimpSoft™ is being put to bed." Fortunately, for the many fans of StimpSoft products, several developers have agreed to continue development on some of the abandoned programs. Albert, a little application that can launch AppleScript scripts by sending it an email, will now be developed by Dean Davis of Weatherman fame. Thanks go to John Schilling (StimpSoft) and the new developers for keeping these great applications alive!
9:50:44 AM
Palm4Fix v1.2
- This script is to fix #1852402768 errors with Palm Desktop 4.0b1, 4.0b2, and 4.0 final for Mac OS 9. This version includes several fixes and enhancements. [MacScripter.net]
12:29:20 AM
Friday, April 26, 2002
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Piero's FileScript Helper 2.0.1, CLU 1.42, CLU 2.04, Outlook Email Archive 2.6, Change Startup Disk 1.07
10:13:09 AM
- Updates: Piero's FileScript Helper 2.0.1, CLU 1.42, CLU 2.04, Outlook Email Archive 2.6, Change Startup Disk 1.07
10:13:09 AM
Thursday, April 25, 2002
OmniOutliner v2.0b3
- OmniOutliner is the premier tool for outlining and organizing your thoughts on Mac OS X. Its simple and easy-to-use interface make it a very handy companion for tasks ranging from to-do lists to software project planning. The huge list of changes in this version includes a Scripts menu for AppleScripts and the ability to add scripts to the toolbar.
10:48:11 PM
Applescript, BBEdit, PHP, MySQL and Flash MX Working Together as a Development Environment on Mac OS X
- Jesse Shanks: "Developing the Flash movie trivia contest for digitallyOBSESSED.com utilized a wide range of capabilities, including such programs and technologies as Flash MX, AppleScript, BBEdit, PHP and MySQL running with the Apache web server on OS X, that go a long way to show how Mac OS is becoming the premiere development platform on the planet."
9:24:07 PM
CLU (was Comment, Lock and Unlock)
- Comment/Lock/Unlock renamed to CLU. This AppleScript application makes it possible to select a folder, set the comment of files and folders (nested files and folders are included) and lock or unlock every file (and folder in OS X) in the selected folder (nested files are included). Version 1.4 is the latest release for OS 9 while v2.0 is available for OS X.
7:33:27 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Drop 'n Mail v1.01 (was "DropMail Attachments"), CLU v1.4, CLU X v2.03
3:08:28 PM
unScripted: AppleScript S.O.S.
- In this issue of unScripted, T.J. provides a great starting point for those of us who need help with AppleScript. These resources are invaluable and provide help for experienced and inexperienced scripters alike, so don't be afraid to join in!
12:52:29 PM
MacCentral: AppleScript Pro Sessions adds to guest roster
- Ethan Wilde, author of "AppleScript for Applications" and "AppleScript for the Internet", will drop by on Monday and sign copies of his books. Peter Boctor, the engineer responsible for scripting in Adobe InDesign, will also be attending.
11:04:16 AM
- OmniOutliner is the premier tool for outlining and organizing your thoughts on Mac OS X. Its simple and easy-to-use interface make it a very handy companion for tasks ranging from to-do lists to software project planning. The huge list of changes in this version includes a Scripts menu for AppleScripts and the ability to add scripts to the toolbar.
10:48:11 PM
Applescript, BBEdit, PHP, MySQL and Flash MX Working Together as a Development Environment on Mac OS X
- Jesse Shanks: "Developing the Flash movie trivia contest for digitallyOBSESSED.com utilized a wide range of capabilities, including such programs and technologies as Flash MX, AppleScript, BBEdit, PHP and MySQL running with the Apache web server on OS X, that go a long way to show how Mac OS is becoming the premiere development platform on the planet."
9:24:07 PM
CLU (was Comment, Lock and Unlock)
- Comment/Lock/Unlock renamed to CLU. This AppleScript application makes it possible to select a folder, set the comment of files and folders (nested files and folders are included) and lock or unlock every file (and folder in OS X) in the selected folder (nested files are included). Version 1.4 is the latest release for OS 9 while v2.0 is available for OS X.
7:33:27 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Drop 'n Mail v1.01 (was "DropMail Attachments"), CLU v1.4, CLU X v2.03
3:08:28 PM
unScripted: AppleScript S.O.S.
- In this issue of unScripted, T.J. provides a great starting point for those of us who need help with AppleScript. These resources are invaluable and provide help for experienced and inexperienced scripters alike, so don't be afraid to join in!
12:52:29 PM
MacCentral: AppleScript Pro Sessions adds to guest roster
- Ethan Wilde, author of "AppleScript for Applications" and "AppleScript for the Internet", will drop by on Monday and sign copies of his books. Peter Boctor, the engineer responsible for scripting in Adobe InDesign, will also be attending.
11:04:16 AM
Wednesday, April 24, 2002
AlgeKalk v1.0
- "AlgeKalk, exclusively for Mac OS X, is a convenient, free way to perform operations often used in algebra on your numbers. Unlike handheld calculators, AlgeKalk gives you the result of your operation in a form you can use, like converting decimals to fractions. AlgeKalk can handle huge numbers, and is also extensively AppleScript-able."
10:48:53 PM
Give Credit Where Credit Is Due
- In the Mac and AppleScript world, help is usually no further than a mailing list or web site away. This is one of the great things about Mac users and AppleScripters. It's unfortunate when someone takes one of your ideas, or offers of help, and doesn't give credit where credit is due. It seems, after all, like such a small price to pay. Fortunately, this doesn't happen often but it's happening now, to me, and I no likey. This won't stop me from helping others, and I'm not in it for the glory, but it's not right when someone presents the ideas of others as their own. It's rather sad and pathetic.
3:01:42 PM
Tech Superpowers: AppleScript Workshop, May 13-14, 2002 - Boston, MA
- "Our AppleScript Hands-On Workshop is for anyone interested in understanding and learning how to use Apple Macintosh's powerful built-in automation software. We will show you how to use AppleScript's new capabilities recently introduced in Mac OS X." [Download detailed course outline pdf]
7:35:25 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Rogue 2.2, New: DropMail Attachments v1.0, Folders, Sub-Folders and Disks v1.0
7:13:42 AM
- "AlgeKalk, exclusively for Mac OS X, is a convenient, free way to perform operations often used in algebra on your numbers. Unlike handheld calculators, AlgeKalk gives you the result of your operation in a form you can use, like converting decimals to fractions. AlgeKalk can handle huge numbers, and is also extensively AppleScript-able."
10:48:53 PM
Give Credit Where Credit Is Due
- In the Mac and AppleScript world, help is usually no further than a mailing list or web site away. This is one of the great things about Mac users and AppleScripters. It's unfortunate when someone takes one of your ideas, or offers of help, and doesn't give credit where credit is due. It seems, after all, like such a small price to pay. Fortunately, this doesn't happen often but it's happening now, to me, and I no likey. This won't stop me from helping others, and I'm not in it for the glory, but it's not right when someone presents the ideas of others as their own. It's rather sad and pathetic.
3:01:42 PM
Tech Superpowers: AppleScript Workshop, May 13-14, 2002 - Boston, MA
- "Our AppleScript Hands-On Workshop is for anyone interested in understanding and learning how to use Apple Macintosh's powerful built-in automation software. We will show you how to use AppleScript's new capabilities recently introduced in Mac OS X." [Download detailed course outline pdf]
7:35:25 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Rogue 2.2, New: DropMail Attachments v1.0, Folders, Sub-Folders and Disks v1.0
7:13:42 AM
Tuesday, April 23, 2002
Studio Log: Creating a New AppleScript Template in BBEdit
- Create a script that will generate a new script template with predefined settings using a combination of scripts and BBEdit's predefined glossary substitutions.
5:17:52 PM
macgix Web Site Redesigned
- macgix offers shareware, freeware, technical services (in Cologne, Germany) and software development using FaceSpan, AppleScript Studio and AppleScript. For some reason, I really like the color scheme of the new design.
4:34:08 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Delete Extra Paras QX 1.0
3:32:51 PM
Comment/Lock/Unlock v1.3
- Today's second update adds error messages and optimized code.
3:15:15 PM
Drop Drawers X v1.5.9
- Drop Drawers is a user-interface enhancement which provides floating pull-out, snap-shut drawers on the sides of your screen to store text, URLs, aliases, scripts, pictures, sounds, movies and anything else. An AppleScript editor and compiler are built-in and stored scripts can accept parameters. Drop Drawers 1.5.9 adds full compatibility with OS X 10.1.4, the ability to have drawers with no tabs, an option not to take keyboard focus when in the background, rearranged drawer menus and many other minor fixes and improvements.
11:46:28 AM
Comment/Lock/Unlock v1.2
- This script makes it possible to select a folder, set the comment, and lock or unlock every file in the selected folder. Version changes: Supports nested folders and files, allows any kind of character in the comment and it's now possible to comment the folders.
10:58:56 AM
- Create a script that will generate a new script template with predefined settings using a combination of scripts and BBEdit's predefined glossary substitutions.
5:17:52 PM
macgix Web Site Redesigned
- macgix offers shareware, freeware, technical services (in Cologne, Germany) and software development using FaceSpan, AppleScript Studio and AppleScript. For some reason, I really like the color scheme of the new design.
4:34:08 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Delete Extra Paras QX 1.0
3:32:51 PM
Comment/Lock/Unlock v1.3
- Today's second update adds error messages and optimized code.
3:15:15 PM
Drop Drawers X v1.5.9
- Drop Drawers is a user-interface enhancement which provides floating pull-out, snap-shut drawers on the sides of your screen to store text, URLs, aliases, scripts, pictures, sounds, movies and anything else. An AppleScript editor and compiler are built-in and stored scripts can accept parameters. Drop Drawers 1.5.9 adds full compatibility with OS X 10.1.4, the ability to have drawers with no tabs, an option not to take keyboard focus when in the background, rearranged drawer menus and many other minor fixes and improvements.
11:46:28 AM
Comment/Lock/Unlock v1.2
- This script makes it possible to select a folder, set the comment, and lock or unlock every file in the selected folder. Version changes: Supports nested folders and files, allows any kind of character in the comment and it's now possible to comment the folders.
10:58:56 AM
Monday, April 22, 2002
Eudora Internet Mail Server (EIMS) v3.1.2
- EIMS is a scriptable, standards based Internet mail server. This version includes several bug fixes.
7:58:09 PM
ListSTAR v2.2.3
- ListSTAR is a powerful and flexible automated email processor used to create and maintain Internet mailing lists, automated email response systems, and direct mailing lists on the Internet or a local email network. Changes in this version include fixing a bug in the Email Administration script. [MacScripter.net]
7:18:43 PM
HTML Converter v1.4
- HTML Converter is an AppleScript-compatible, free utility for converting special characters into their HTML character code equivalents in HTML, PHP and ASP files. Version changes include updated AppleScript scripts included with package. [MacScripter.net]
7:14:53 PM
Tex-Edit Plus v4.2.2 for OS X
- Tex-Edit Plus is a scriptable, styled text editor that fills the gap between Apple's bare-bones SimpleText and a full-featured word processor. [Version changes]
7:06:12 PM
iListen v1.2.1
- iListen is speech recognition software which lets you dictate into virtually any Mac application. It also allows you to create complex AppleScript scripts which can be voice activated. Version changes include: iListen now correctly imports compiled AppleScripts.
5:56:03 PM
instant player v1.05
- instant player is a simple Apple Event driven soundfile player. Version changes: 24 and 32 bit WAVE soundfile support has been added. instant player now only triggers playback when the Finder is the foreground application.
5:45:52 PM
HotApp v1.3
- HotApp is a utility application that lets you assign any hot key to activate or run an OS X application. This makes it possible to trigger an AppleScript script from a key combination.
3:09:36 PM
SCRIPTit v1.0.2
- "SCRIPTit is an interface enhancement plug-in for FileMaker Pro that uses the power of XML for defining script events and dynamic popup menus." Version history could not be found on web site.
1:13:50 PM
Valentina v1.9
- Valentina is a scriptable visual database browser and editor. [Version changes]
12:44:53 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Delete Without Read... - Updates: Piero's FileScript Helper v2.0, OSXCOPY v0.62 , Cronathon v1.03, Change Startup Disk v1.06
1:41:51 AM
Comment/Lock/Unlock v1.0
- This script makes it possible for you to select a folder, set the comment, and lock or unlock every file in the selected folder. [Version Tracker]
1:31:42 AM
Palm Desktop 4 - Error Fix v1.1
- This script fixes error #1852402768 for Palm Desktop 4 users. Version changes: Fixed bugs and created an "auto" version that doesn't contain dialogs (other than errors).
1:26:12 AM
- EIMS is a scriptable, standards based Internet mail server. This version includes several bug fixes.
7:58:09 PM
ListSTAR v2.2.3
- ListSTAR is a powerful and flexible automated email processor used to create and maintain Internet mailing lists, automated email response systems, and direct mailing lists on the Internet or a local email network. Changes in this version include fixing a bug in the Email Administration script. [MacScripter.net]
7:18:43 PM
HTML Converter v1.4
- HTML Converter is an AppleScript-compatible, free utility for converting special characters into their HTML character code equivalents in HTML, PHP and ASP files. Version changes include updated AppleScript scripts included with package. [MacScripter.net]
7:14:53 PM
Tex-Edit Plus v4.2.2 for OS X
- Tex-Edit Plus is a scriptable, styled text editor that fills the gap between Apple's bare-bones SimpleText and a full-featured word processor. [Version changes]
7:06:12 PM
iListen v1.2.1
- iListen is speech recognition software which lets you dictate into virtually any Mac application. It also allows you to create complex AppleScript scripts which can be voice activated. Version changes include: iListen now correctly imports compiled AppleScripts.
5:56:03 PM
instant player v1.05
- instant player is a simple Apple Event driven soundfile player. Version changes: 24 and 32 bit WAVE soundfile support has been added. instant player now only triggers playback when the Finder is the foreground application.
5:45:52 PM
HotApp v1.3
- HotApp is a utility application that lets you assign any hot key to activate or run an OS X application. This makes it possible to trigger an AppleScript script from a key combination.
3:09:36 PM
SCRIPTit v1.0.2
- "SCRIPTit is an interface enhancement plug-in for FileMaker Pro that uses the power of XML for defining script events and dynamic popup menus." Version history could not be found on web site.
1:13:50 PM
Valentina v1.9
- Valentina is a scriptable visual database browser and editor. [Version changes]
12:44:53 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Delete Without Read... - Updates: Piero's FileScript Helper v2.0, OSXCOPY v0.62 , Cronathon v1.03, Change Startup Disk v1.06
1:41:51 AM
Comment/Lock/Unlock v1.0
- This script makes it possible for you to select a folder, set the comment, and lock or unlock every file in the selected folder. [Version Tracker]
1:31:42 AM
Palm Desktop 4 - Error Fix v1.1
- This script fixes error #1852402768 for Palm Desktop 4 users. Version changes: Fixed bugs and created an "auto" version that doesn't contain dialogs (other than errors).
1:26:12 AM
Sunday, April 21, 2002
Web Jumper v1.3
- Quick fix. This version addresses a bug which was introduced in Web Jumper v1.2, which was released earlier today.
3:23:10 PM
Web Jumper 1.2
- Web Jumper, an AppleScript Studio application for OS X, provides a handy window into which a user can enter search criteria for one of several popular search engines. The results are then displayed in the user's browser. This version includes bug fixes, 9 additional search engines and other enhancements. The author has also released the source code for Web Jumper v1.0.
12:08:46 PM
Rescue-O-Mat v0.9b
- Rescue-O-Mat allows you to move your MP3 archives to other hard drives or partititions without losing your user playlists in iTunes. [Source Code]
7:58:04 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Auto Google Search
5:23:00 AM
acgi dispatcher for Mac OS X v1.0
- Running as a background process on OS X with Apache, this program allows you to use traditional AppleScript scripts or other programs that ran as acgi programs under OS9. Dispatcher will send events to applications running in the classic environment as well as OS X native scripts and applets.
4:24:36 AM
- Quick fix. This version addresses a bug which was introduced in Web Jumper v1.2, which was released earlier today.
3:23:10 PM
Web Jumper 1.2
- Web Jumper, an AppleScript Studio application for OS X, provides a handy window into which a user can enter search criteria for one of several popular search engines. The results are then displayed in the user's browser. This version includes bug fixes, 9 additional search engines and other enhancements. The author has also released the source code for Web Jumper v1.0.
12:08:46 PM
Rescue-O-Mat v0.9b
- Rescue-O-Mat allows you to move your MP3 archives to other hard drives or partititions without losing your user playlists in iTunes. [Source Code]
7:58:04 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Auto Google Search
5:23:00 AM
acgi dispatcher for Mac OS X v1.0
- Running as a background process on OS X with Apache, this program allows you to use traditional AppleScript scripts or other programs that ran as acgi programs under OS9. Dispatcher will send events to applications running in the classic environment as well as OS X native scripts and applets.
4:24:36 AM
Saturday, April 20, 2002
Studio Log: Make BBEdit into an AppleScript Development Environment
- With a little work, a scripter can add many powerful AppleScript development tools to BBEdit that build on each other in a completely customizable environment, utilize the special capabilities of the editor and tap into the resources of other applications. Sounds a lot like the Macintosh way to me. [Studio Log]
10:59:35 PM
Entourage Email Archive X v1.0b3
- Entourage Email Archive X (EEA X) is an AppleScript based utility for archiving emails and attachments received or sent using Microsoft Entourage X in Mac OS X. [Version history]
12:52:51 PM
MacScripter.net: RagTime 5.6.1 due next week
- Bill Cheeseman calls RagTime "an extraordinarily powerful application, with one of the best AppleScript implementations I have ever seen."
11:26:31 AM
maintain1 v1.5
- An AppleScript Studio app which provides an easy interface for running some shell scripts. Version changes: improved installer.
10:29:02 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: What You Hear Is What You Send v0.6 - Updates: Cronathon v1.02
2:16:42 AM
- With a little work, a scripter can add many powerful AppleScript development tools to BBEdit that build on each other in a completely customizable environment, utilize the special capabilities of the editor and tap into the resources of other applications. Sounds a lot like the Macintosh way to me. [Studio Log]
10:59:35 PM
Entourage Email Archive X v1.0b3
- Entourage Email Archive X (EEA X) is an AppleScript based utility for archiving emails and attachments received or sent using Microsoft Entourage X in Mac OS X. [Version history]
12:52:51 PM
MacScripter.net: RagTime 5.6.1 due next week
- Bill Cheeseman calls RagTime "an extraordinarily powerful application, with one of the best AppleScript implementations I have ever seen."
11:26:31 AM
maintain1 v1.5
- An AppleScript Studio app which provides an easy interface for running some shell scripts. Version changes: improved installer.
10:29:02 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: What You Hear Is What You Send v0.6 - Updates: Cronathon v1.02
2:16:42 AM
Friday, April 19, 2002
Rogue v2.1
- Rogue is a suite of Ircle scripts that provides quiet automation of IRC tasks. [Version History]
8:29:37 PM
Sweetwater Software Labs: Musician's iPod Tools
- They say: "A suite of programs designed to help musicians store actual data in their iPods." Script Spy says: "Hey! These are AppleScript scripts!"
6:59:53 PM
Bill Cheesman: New AppleScript Studio article in MacTech Magazine
- Bill Cheeseman, AppleScript guru and caretaker of The AppleScript Sourcebook, authors another AppleScript Studio article for MacTech Magazine.
6:31:52 PM
maintain1 v1.4
- This AppleScript Studio application offers an easy interface for running shell scripts. Version changes include: Added button to view all the ports, changed the script that runs all the cron items so you can run them as many times as you want.
3:56:24 PM
Drag'nBack v4.2
- "Drag'nBack is an easy-to-use, full-featured backup program for all Mac OS compatible computers." The download includes two editable AppleScript scripts which demonstrate scheduled backups. Version changes include 30% speed improvement over version 4.1, no more limit of number of nested folders and option to securely delete sensitive document files.
3:27:27 PM
Cronathon v1.01
- An Applescript to run the 3 'cleanup' Cron tasks. This version removed having to open the terminal to run the cron tasks.
1:49:47 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: (Entourage) Events2Web 1.2, Piero's FileScript Helper 1.2.2, Rogue 2.1 - New: OSXCOPY v0.61, Cronathon v1.01
1:39:17 AM
Charts-O-Mat v2.0
- Charts-O-Mat monitors iTunes 2 to create your personal hit list on Mac OS X. This version brings HTML-export of charts, a new preference panel, full keyboard control with easy shortcuts and a new numeric system to count the plays.
1:24:14 AM
monoLog v1.1.4b2 (was iLog)
- monoLog is a powerful and flexible logging tool that gives you a central point of control for monitoring system activity. For complete control, all of monoLog's settings can be set with AppleScript. You can increase reporting before critical activity periods, then decrease it during normal operations. And of course you can send messages to be logged from your scripts. monoLog can also execute filter triggered AppleScript scripts.
1:13:22 AM
- Rogue is a suite of Ircle scripts that provides quiet automation of IRC tasks. [Version History]
8:29:37 PM
Sweetwater Software Labs: Musician's iPod Tools
- They say: "A suite of programs designed to help musicians store actual data in their iPods." Script Spy says: "Hey! These are AppleScript scripts!"
6:59:53 PM
Bill Cheesman: New AppleScript Studio article in MacTech Magazine
- Bill Cheeseman, AppleScript guru and caretaker of The AppleScript Sourcebook, authors another AppleScript Studio article for MacTech Magazine.
6:31:52 PM
maintain1 v1.4
- This AppleScript Studio application offers an easy interface for running shell scripts. Version changes include: Added button to view all the ports, changed the script that runs all the cron items so you can run them as many times as you want.
3:56:24 PM
Drag'nBack v4.2
- "Drag'nBack is an easy-to-use, full-featured backup program for all Mac OS compatible computers." The download includes two editable AppleScript scripts which demonstrate scheduled backups. Version changes include 30% speed improvement over version 4.1, no more limit of number of nested folders and option to securely delete sensitive document files.
3:27:27 PM
Cronathon v1.01
- An Applescript to run the 3 'cleanup' Cron tasks. This version removed having to open the terminal to run the cron tasks.
1:49:47 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: (Entourage) Events2Web 1.2, Piero's FileScript Helper 1.2.2, Rogue 2.1 - New: OSXCOPY v0.61, Cronathon v1.01
1:39:17 AM
Charts-O-Mat v2.0
- Charts-O-Mat monitors iTunes 2 to create your personal hit list on Mac OS X. This version brings HTML-export of charts, a new preference panel, full keyboard control with easy shortcuts and a new numeric system to count the plays.
1:24:14 AM
monoLog v1.1.4b2 (was iLog)
- monoLog is a powerful and flexible logging tool that gives you a central point of control for monitoring system activity. For complete control, all of monoLog's settings can be set with AppleScript. You can increase reporting before critical activity periods, then decrease it during normal operations. And of course you can send messages to be logged from your scripts. monoLog can also execute filter triggered AppleScript scripts.
1:13:22 AM
Thursday, April 18, 2002
24U Email OSAX 2.0
- 24U Email OSAX allows you to send e-mails messages directly from your scripts (e.g CGI, Folder Action, database) quickly and easily, without need of any additional aplication. Available for OS X and pre-OS X systems.
3:53:04 PM
RezBrowser
- Peter Chapman’s RezBrowser tool runs in Radio UserLand and allows one to browse the contents of resource forks. [ranchero.com]
3:28:18 PM
AppleScript Update Coming Soon
- According to a member of the AppleScript development team, "AppleScript 1.8.2 and AppleScriptKit 1.1 (for Studio apps) will be available in the April 2002 Developer Tools. We're looking into how to get them out in a form for people who don't want the developer tools."
3:04:36 PM
Adobe: Scripting Support is not compatible with Main Event PhotoScripter
- "To ensure that Scripting Support operates correctly, you must uninstall PhotoScripter first by removing the PhotoScripter plug-in from the Photoshop Plug-Ins folder."
11:23:19 AM
MacFixIt: osxcopy_v61 backup script
- A MacFixIt reader offers feedback regarding the recently released osxcopy_v61 backup script.
11:02:08 AM
MacFixIt: Photoshop 7 scripting plug-in
- A MacFixIt reader offers workaround for problems with the new Photoshop 7 scripting plug-in.
10:59:15 AM
- 24U Email OSAX allows you to send e-mails messages directly from your scripts (e.g CGI, Folder Action, database) quickly and easily, without need of any additional aplication. Available for OS X and pre-OS X systems.
3:53:04 PM
RezBrowser
- Peter Chapman’s RezBrowser tool runs in Radio UserLand and allows one to browse the contents of resource forks. [ranchero.com]
3:28:18 PM
AppleScript Update Coming Soon
- According to a member of the AppleScript development team, "AppleScript 1.8.2 and AppleScriptKit 1.1 (for Studio apps) will be available in the April 2002 Developer Tools. We're looking into how to get them out in a form for people who don't want the developer tools."
3:04:36 PM
Adobe: Scripting Support is not compatible with Main Event PhotoScripter
- "To ensure that Scripting Support operates correctly, you must uninstall PhotoScripter first by removing the PhotoScripter plug-in from the Photoshop Plug-Ins folder."
11:23:19 AM
MacFixIt: osxcopy_v61 backup script
- A MacFixIt reader offers feedback regarding the recently released osxcopy_v61 backup script.
11:02:08 AM
MacFixIt: Photoshop 7 scripting plug-in
- A MacFixIt reader offers workaround for problems with the new Photoshop 7 scripting plug-in.
10:59:15 AM
Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Mac OS 10.1.4 Update: No Changes to AppleScript
- According to Knowledge Base Document #120114, the Mac OS 10.1.4 update contains no changes to AppleScript.
10:22:59 PM
Cronathon v1.0
- This free AppleScript allows you to run three 'cleanup' Cron tasks at once, or run the daily cron task only.
6:56:57 PM
Google Assistant v1.0
- Google Assistant is an application written in AppleScript Studio for Mac OS X. It started out as a solution for OmniWeb users, but then became a complete project.
1:38:50 PM
Studio Log: Applescripts: Three Scripts for Big Cat Context Menu Plug-in
- Three scripts for the Big Cat Plug-in from Ranchero.com http://ranchero.com/software/bigcat/. This context menu addition has become an essential tool here at Studio Log. Send Selections to Entourage X notes or a new outgoing message and Convert Linebreaks to BR tags in BBEdit.
1:23:15 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Mail Pictures (EA X) 0.2e
11:46:32 AM
screen dump 1.4.8
- A simple, slightly scriptable utility to take snapshots of your desktop and upload the picture to display on a webpage. Changes: Added upload progress to the status window. Added option to cancel upload and/or timer with Escape key or Command-period. Fixed a bug where not all preferences where saved correctly.
9:17:12 AM
multiDock v1.2.1
- multiDock, written with RealBasic and AppleScript, allows the user to clone the Dock in use any number of times and switch between these multiple Docks. This version fixes a bug causing the Dock to disappear and adds Spanish localization. [MacScripter.net]
12:51:23 AM
- According to Knowledge Base Document #120114, the Mac OS 10.1.4 update contains no changes to AppleScript.
10:22:59 PM
Cronathon v1.0
- This free AppleScript allows you to run three 'cleanup' Cron tasks at once, or run the daily cron task only.
6:56:57 PM
Google Assistant v1.0
- Google Assistant is an application written in AppleScript Studio for Mac OS X. It started out as a solution for OmniWeb users, but then became a complete project.
1:38:50 PM
Studio Log: Applescripts: Three Scripts for Big Cat Context Menu Plug-in
- Three scripts for the Big Cat Plug-in from Ranchero.com http://ranchero.com/software/bigcat/. This context menu addition has become an essential tool here at Studio Log. Send Selections to Entourage X notes or a new outgoing message and Convert Linebreaks to BR tags in BBEdit.
1:23:15 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- New: Mail Pictures (EA X) 0.2e
11:46:32 AM
screen dump 1.4.8
- A simple, slightly scriptable utility to take snapshots of your desktop and upload the picture to display on a webpage. Changes: Added upload progress to the status window. Added option to cancel upload and/or timer with Escape key or Command-period. Fixed a bug where not all preferences where saved correctly.
9:17:12 AM
multiDock v1.2.1
- multiDock, written with RealBasic and AppleScript, allows the user to clone the Dock in use any number of times and switch between these multiple Docks. This version fixes a bug causing the Dock to disappear and adds Spanish localization. [MacScripter.net]
12:51:23 AM
Tuesday, April 16, 2002
Studio Log: AppleScript Snips: Make Shell and Perl script files executable
- A script that can be used to make Shell and Perl script files executable. Two versions of the script are provided. The first script runs from the Script Menu. The second script is written for the BBEdit Scripts menu.
10:33:38 PM
Applescript Web Publishing System (AWPS) v0.5
- AWPS is a template-based webpage rendering system. The control logic (standard AppleScript) is kept completely separate to the html templates, making design and editing a snap. In addition to the update, the first AWPS tutorial has been made available. [MacScripter.net]
9:39:28 PM
Microsoft Internet Explorer v5.1.4
- Resolves all security vulnerabilities in previous versions of Internet Explorer 5. This includes vulnerabilities that might have caused Internet Explorer to stop responding or caused a memory problem that compromised the security of the computer.(Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-019)
8:18:51 PM
Eudora v5.1.1 b22
- The latest beta version of this popular, scriptable email client for OS 8.1-9. (Release Notes )
7:01:52 PM
Eudora v5.1b23
- The latest beta version of this popular, scriptable email client for OS X. (Release Notes)
6:53:05 PM
PageSpinner v4.0.1
- PageSpinner is a scriptable, easy to use professional HTML editor for Mac OS. Changes in this version include a new Text Tools menu with support for AppleScript-based tools and helper applications.
6:47:47 PM
Microsoft Office X v10.0.3
- Network Security Updater. This update allows you to run Microsoft Office v. X files and any standalone programs of Office v. X for Mac more securely on a network. (Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-002)
6:42:23 PM
Microsoft Office 2001 URL Security Updater
- This updater addresses a security vulnerability that could be exploited to run malicious code on your computer. (Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-019)
6:35:47 PM
Microsoft Outlook Express 5.0.4
- Resolves all security vulnerabilities in previous versions of Outlook Express 5. This includes vulnerabilities that might have caused Outlook Express to stop responding or caused a memory problem that compromised the security of the computer. (Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-019)
6:31:35 PM
Mac Net Journal: MailSmith 1.5.1 - Now we're talking
- I have downloaded and am planning to spend some time over the next day or two to evaluate MailSmith 1.5.1 - the e-mail client from Bare Bones Software. From first glance, it appears to offer all of the power and flexibility of Eudora under OS X, but with a much more compact and attractive user interface. The user interface still needs improvements - the windows are large and too clunky, for instance - but I suspect that the marriage of a decent user interface with the intelligent filtering and search capabilities that you would expect from the makers of the fine BBEdit text editor.
- A script that can be used to make Shell and Perl script files executable. Two versions of the script are provided. The first script runs from the Script Menu. The second script is written for the BBEdit Scripts menu.
10:33:38 PM
Applescript Web Publishing System (AWPS) v0.5
- AWPS is a template-based webpage rendering system. The control logic (standard AppleScript) is kept completely separate to the html templates, making design and editing a snap. In addition to the update, the first AWPS tutorial has been made available. [MacScripter.net]
9:39:28 PM
Microsoft Internet Explorer v5.1.4
- Resolves all security vulnerabilities in previous versions of Internet Explorer 5. This includes vulnerabilities that might have caused Internet Explorer to stop responding or caused a memory problem that compromised the security of the computer.(Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-019)
8:18:51 PM
Eudora v5.1.1 b22
- The latest beta version of this popular, scriptable email client for OS 8.1-9. (Release Notes )
7:01:52 PM
Eudora v5.1b23
- The latest beta version of this popular, scriptable email client for OS X. (Release Notes)
6:53:05 PM
PageSpinner v4.0.1
- PageSpinner is a scriptable, easy to use professional HTML editor for Mac OS. Changes in this version include a new Text Tools menu with support for AppleScript-based tools and helper applications.
6:47:47 PM
Microsoft Office X v10.0.3
- Network Security Updater. This update allows you to run Microsoft Office v. X files and any standalone programs of Office v. X for Mac more securely on a network. (Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-002)
6:42:23 PM
Microsoft Office 2001 URL Security Updater
- This updater addresses a security vulnerability that could be exploited to run malicious code on your computer. (Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-019)
6:35:47 PM
Microsoft Outlook Express 5.0.4
- Resolves all security vulnerabilities in previous versions of Outlook Express 5. This includes vulnerabilities that might have caused Outlook Express to stop responding or caused a memory problem that compromised the security of the computer. (Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-019)
6:31:35 PM
Mac Net Journal: MailSmith 1.5.1 - Now we're talking
- I have downloaded and am planning to spend some time over the next day or two to evaluate MailSmith 1.5.1 - the e-mail client from Bare Bones Software. From first glance, it appears to offer all of the power and flexibility of Eudora under OS X, but with a much more compact and attractive user interface. The user interface still needs improvements - the windows are large and too clunky, for instance - but I suspect that the marriage of a decent user interface with the intelligent filtering and search capabilities that you would expect from the makers of the fine BBEdit text editor.
Still digging... [Mac Net Journal]
[Good golly Miss Molly! This upgrade covers a lot of ground which isn't indicated by the tiny increment in the version number.]
6:18:37 PM
F-Script 1.2 released
- It’s an open source “lightweight object-oriented scripting layer specifically designed for Mac OS X object system (i.e. Cocoa). F-Script provides scripting and interactive access to Cocoa frameworks and custom Objective-C objects.” [ranchero.com]
3:12:58 PM
ChronoSync v1.0.3
- ChronoSync is a data management application that efficiently synchronizes files and folders. AppleScripts can be used to automate the process even further. This version adds numerous features and bug fixes.
3:06:23 PM
Boston AppleScript User Group News
- The meeting will be postponed until Thursday, May 9 and will be held at Tech Superpowers of 252 Newbury St., 4th Floor, Boston. | Tech Superpowers will be holding AppleScript training. | A senior script developer shows an automated system of AppleScript development that he created for AppleScript, JavaScript, Perl, and Unix Shell scripting languages.
9:51:00 AM
Adobe: Photoshop 7.0 Scripting plug-in v1.0
- Automate repetitive tasks and key workflows using rich scripting support. Write scripts using JavaScript or AppleScript.
9:16:46 AM
Monday, April 15, 2002
PowerKey Pro
- This brings the features of Rebound! and Kick-off! to PowerKey.
6:25:58 PM
Valentina v1.9b12
- Unpublished changes for the latest beta of this scriptable database solution.
5:44:42 PM
OSX backup script
- [MacMerc.com]
4:40:44 PM
Key Xing v2.1 for Mac OS X
- Keyboard launcher can launch any type of file, program, or folder, execute system actions such as Sleep or Hide Others, execute compiled AppleScripts and much more. This version includes various enhancements and bug fixes.
3:25:17 PM
Server Sentinel v2.1.2
- Checks your servers at specified intervals, and then run events if a server check fails like e-mailing or paging you, running AppleScripts, opening applications locally or over networks, resetting crashed computers, and much more.
3:04:00 PM
Style v1.9.1
- Style is a fully scriptable text editor for the Macintosh that picks up where SimpleText leaves off. This release includes an enhanced WASTE text engine and better RTF roundtripping.
2:55:23 PM
MacFixIt: AppleScript install glitch with International English CDs?
- A MacFixIt reader discovers that the latest release version of AppleScript is not installed with the International English CDs bundled with recent hardware.
2:42:15 PM
Apple Computer: Toolbar Scripts for Mac OS X 10.1
- A collection of AppleScript applets and droplets designed to take advantage of the OS X toolbar and to make your use of the Mac OS more productive. There are scripts for Navigation, Window Management, Window Contents, Images, Digital Cameras and ColorSync.
2:30:15 PM
TECSoft AppleScript Training at Apple Computer UK
- The agenda includes "Workflow Automation with AppleScript", which lasts for two days and covers AppleScript basics and scripting FileMaker Pro, Canto Cumulus, and QuarkXPress. An optional one day class, which emphasizes more in-depth learning and advanced AppleScript techniques, is also available. Classes are scheduled for May 29-31, 2002.
2:20:59 PM
Mailsmith v1.5.1
- Mailsmith is a highly scriptable email program from Bare Bones Software, makers of BBEdit. Check the release notes for changes in this version and the scripts page for a collection of scripts for use with Mailsmith.
11:09:00 AM
iPod2iTunes v0.9.2 Beta
- Copies and synchronizes tracks and playlists from your iPod(s) to your Mac(s). This version includes user interface enhancements and addresses an issue with disk names.
10:59:10 AM
Tex-Edit Plus v4.2.1 for OS X
- Tex-Edit Plus is a scriptable, styled text editor that fills the gap between Apple's bare-bones SimpleText and a full-featured word processor. Among the changes in this version, Tex-Edit Plus has been thoroughly re-written to take advantage of OS X (Carbon Events, nib files, etc.) and it offers Scripts Menu with new Quick Script shortcut item. [MacScripter.net]
10:49:44 AM
Keyboard Maestro v1.0.4
- Keyboard Maestro performs many different tasks simply by pressing a few keys. It can switch applications, insert commonly used graphics, run AppleScript scripts and hide windows. (Version History)
10:36:20 AM
WebMiner v2.0
- Brings the power of the World Wide Web to AppleScript. With WebMiner, your scripts can open web pages, download content, submit forms and retrieve results. WebMiner 2 introduces powerful new features including SSL support, cookie support, an expanded AppleScript dictionary, and native MacOS X support. [MacScripter.net]
10:20:00 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Piero's MergePDF 1.0.2, Change Startup Disk 1.05
10:13:40 AM
- This brings the features of Rebound! and Kick-off! to PowerKey.
6:25:58 PM
Valentina v1.9b12
- Unpublished changes for the latest beta of this scriptable database solution.
5:44:42 PM
OSX backup script
- [MacMerc.com]
4:40:44 PM
Key Xing v2.1 for Mac OS X
- Keyboard launcher can launch any type of file, program, or folder, execute system actions such as Sleep or Hide Others, execute compiled AppleScripts and much more. This version includes various enhancements and bug fixes.
3:25:17 PM
Server Sentinel v2.1.2
- Checks your servers at specified intervals, and then run events if a server check fails like e-mailing or paging you, running AppleScripts, opening applications locally or over networks, resetting crashed computers, and much more.
3:04:00 PM
Style v1.9.1
- Style is a fully scriptable text editor for the Macintosh that picks up where SimpleText leaves off. This release includes an enhanced WASTE text engine and better RTF roundtripping.
2:55:23 PM
MacFixIt: AppleScript install glitch with International English CDs?
- A MacFixIt reader discovers that the latest release version of AppleScript is not installed with the International English CDs bundled with recent hardware.
2:42:15 PM
Apple Computer: Toolbar Scripts for Mac OS X 10.1
- A collection of AppleScript applets and droplets designed to take advantage of the OS X toolbar and to make your use of the Mac OS more productive. There are scripts for Navigation, Window Management, Window Contents, Images, Digital Cameras and ColorSync.
2:30:15 PM
TECSoft AppleScript Training at Apple Computer UK
- The agenda includes "Workflow Automation with AppleScript", which lasts for two days and covers AppleScript basics and scripting FileMaker Pro, Canto Cumulus, and QuarkXPress. An optional one day class, which emphasizes more in-depth learning and advanced AppleScript techniques, is also available. Classes are scheduled for May 29-31, 2002.
2:20:59 PM
Mailsmith v1.5.1
- Mailsmith is a highly scriptable email program from Bare Bones Software, makers of BBEdit. Check the release notes for changes in this version and the scripts page for a collection of scripts for use with Mailsmith.
11:09:00 AM
iPod2iTunes v0.9.2 Beta
- Copies and synchronizes tracks and playlists from your iPod(s) to your Mac(s). This version includes user interface enhancements and addresses an issue with disk names.
10:59:10 AM
Tex-Edit Plus v4.2.1 for OS X
- Tex-Edit Plus is a scriptable, styled text editor that fills the gap between Apple's bare-bones SimpleText and a full-featured word processor. Among the changes in this version, Tex-Edit Plus has been thoroughly re-written to take advantage of OS X (Carbon Events, nib files, etc.) and it offers Scripts Menu with new Quick Script shortcut item. [MacScripter.net]
10:49:44 AM
Keyboard Maestro v1.0.4
- Keyboard Maestro performs many different tasks simply by pressing a few keys. It can switch applications, insert commonly used graphics, run AppleScript scripts and hide windows. (Version History)
10:36:20 AM
WebMiner v2.0
- Brings the power of the World Wide Web to AppleScript. With WebMiner, your scripts can open web pages, download content, submit forms and retrieve results. WebMiner 2 introduces powerful new features including SSL support, cookie support, an expanded AppleScript dictionary, and native MacOS X support. [MacScripter.net]
10:20:00 AM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: Piero's MergePDF 1.0.2, Change Startup Disk 1.05
10:13:40 AM
Sunday, April 14, 2002
New Items at MacScripter Swag
- T.J.'s been busy beefing up the selection at MacScripter Swag so stop in, shop around and place an order today!
11:44:40 PM
Housekeeping Day
- Apologies if some old posts show up.
9:06:40 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: IRCmagic v1.2.8
2:32:42 PM
Making XML-RPC calls from Cocoa or Carbon apps
- I was wondering: how do you make XML-RPC calls from Cocoa apps? It turns out that the Apple Event Manager supports XML-RPC. That’s so cool. Any developer already familiar with constructing Apple events will find doing XML-RPC calls a piece of cake. And of course the example used in the above page is the canonical betty.userland.com example, a nice touch which warmed my heart. [inessential.com]
2:08:03 PM
WWDC 2002 Early Registration discounts extended to April 19
- This is your last chance to save US $300. After April 19, the WWDC e-ticket price increases to US $1595.
1:03:53 PM
PowerKey Pro Model 650 Admin Version Coming Soon
- Admin version enhancements will include crash detection, advanced scheduling (via iDo Script Scheduler) and logging. The admin version will also be available as a software upgrade to the SOHO version. [MacScripter.net]
11:21:38 AM
O'Reilly Network: Variables Inside Cocoa Objects
- Another article by Brad Dominy in O'Reilly's "AppleScripting Mac OS X" series explores access to instance variables inside Cocoa objects and the Core Text Suite included with Cocoa." [MacScripter.net]
11:03:17 AM
- T.J.'s been busy beefing up the selection at MacScripter Swag so stop in, shop around and place an order today!
11:44:40 PM
Housekeeping Day
- Apologies if some old posts show up.
9:06:40 PM
ScriptBuilders News
- Updates: IRCmagic v1.2.8
2:32:42 PM
Making XML-RPC calls from Cocoa or Carbon apps
- I was wondering: how do you make XML-RPC calls from Cocoa apps? It turns out that the Apple Event Manager supports XML-RPC. That’s so cool. Any developer already familiar with constructing Apple events will find doing XML-RPC calls a piece of cake. And of course the example used in the above page is the canonical betty.userland.com example, a nice touch which warmed my heart. [inessential.com]
2:08:03 PM
WWDC 2002 Early Registration discounts extended to April 19
- This is your last chance to save US $300. After April 19, the WWDC e-ticket price increases to US $1595.
1:03:53 PM
PowerKey Pro Model 650 Admin Version Coming Soon
- Admin version enhancements will include crash detection, advanced scheduling (via iDo Script Scheduler) and logging. The admin version will also be available as a software upgrade to the SOHO version. [MacScripter.net]
11:21:38 AM
O'Reilly Network: Variables Inside Cocoa Objects
- Another article by Brad Dominy in O'Reilly's "AppleScripting Mac OS X" series explores access to instance variables inside Cocoa objects and the Core Text Suite included with Cocoa." [MacScripter.net]
11:03:17 AM
Saturday, April 13, 2002
AppleScript Studio: Creating a Droplet Application
- These are some sample steps for creating a Droplet application in AppleScript Studio. This application will examine the file information for any files dropped on it and display a dialog containing some of it. Begin your project with an AppleScript droplet. [Studio Log]
8:20:37 PM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Piero's FileScript Helper 1.2.1 - A "Swiss Army Knife" for Finder and file scripting (useful to scripters and non-scripters). This version fixes a bug when "remembering" items on desktop.
- These are some sample steps for creating a Droplet application in AppleScript Studio. This application will examine the file information for any files dropped on it and display a dialog containing some of it. Begin your project with an AppleScript droplet. [Studio Log]
8:20:37 PM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Piero's FileScript Helper 1.2.1 - A "Swiss Army Knife" for Finder and file scripting (useful to scripters and non-scripters). This version fixes a bug when "remembering" items on desktop.
AIM Scripts for Mac OS X - Several scripts, both finished and examples, for AOL Instant Messenger.
11:37:05 AM
Friday, April 12, 2002
Man oh Man! v0.1 for Mac OS X
- An AppleScript Studio application that allows you to enter a UNIX command and get the man page for that command. (download)
11:04:02 PM
MacSQL v2.2.1
- MacSQL, which is fully AppleScriptable, allows users to view schema information and issue queries to SQL Databases. This version includes corrections to the manual and various bug fixes.
10:53:44 PM
The Little Page of Beta AppleScripts
- Updated stringLib, tableLib, strftimeLib. AWPS (Applescript Web Publishing System) reaches v0.4. [MacScripter.net]
10:41:41 PM
FrakKalk v1.0.1
- FrakKalk, exclusively for Mac OS X, is a convenient, free way to perform standard operations on your fractions. Unlike handheld calculators, FrakKalk gives you the result of your operation as a fraction, not a decimal, so you don't have to do the work by hand. FrakKalk can handle huge numbers, and is also extensively AppleScriptable. This version fixes a bug when performing operations with negative denominators. [MacScripter.net]
10:37:58 PM
SafeShred v1.1
- SafeShred is a free, easy-to-use program designed to permanently remove files from your computer. SafeShred is also scriptable, so you can use AppleScript to securely remove files from your Computer.
1:58:58 PM
screen dump v1.4.4
- A simple Macintosh utility to take snapshots of your desktop and upload the picture to display on a webpage. This version fixes a major bug where the chosen folder to save the screen images was not correctly stored in the preferences. This caused the program to quit with a NilObjectException.
7:30:05 AM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Run ASCRIPT 3.0 - Run ASCRIPT is an AppleScript based internet protocol helper allowing developers to embed and execute AppleScript code in web pages. Source code is available by request.
7:26:26 AM
- An AppleScript Studio application that allows you to enter a UNIX command and get the man page for that command. (download)
11:04:02 PM
MacSQL v2.2.1
- MacSQL, which is fully AppleScriptable, allows users to view schema information and issue queries to SQL Databases. This version includes corrections to the manual and various bug fixes.
10:53:44 PM
The Little Page of Beta AppleScripts
- Updated stringLib, tableLib, strftimeLib. AWPS (Applescript Web Publishing System) reaches v0.4. [MacScripter.net]
10:41:41 PM
FrakKalk v1.0.1
- FrakKalk, exclusively for Mac OS X, is a convenient, free way to perform standard operations on your fractions. Unlike handheld calculators, FrakKalk gives you the result of your operation as a fraction, not a decimal, so you don't have to do the work by hand. FrakKalk can handle huge numbers, and is also extensively AppleScriptable. This version fixes a bug when performing operations with negative denominators. [MacScripter.net]
10:37:58 PM
SafeShred v1.1
- SafeShred is a free, easy-to-use program designed to permanently remove files from your computer. SafeShred is also scriptable, so you can use AppleScript to securely remove files from your Computer.
1:58:58 PM
screen dump v1.4.4
- A simple Macintosh utility to take snapshots of your desktop and upload the picture to display on a webpage. This version fixes a major bug where the chosen folder to save the screen images was not correctly stored in the preferences. This caused the program to quit with a NilObjectException.
7:30:05 AM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Run ASCRIPT 3.0 - Run ASCRIPT is an AppleScript based internet protocol helper allowing developers to embed and execute AppleScript code in web pages. Source code is available by request.
7:26:26 AM
Thursday, April 11, 2002
Image Rodeo v1.2.5
- A scriptable application for Mac OS X that uses templates to build web photo albums. [MacScripter.net]
9:42:29 PM
iPod2iTunes v0.9.1 Beta
- Copies and synchronizes tracks and playlists from your iPod(s) to your Mac(s). (Formerly known as iPod Free File SynX). [MacScripter.net]
9:34:48 PM
Tim Bumgarner: Table Support project for AppleScript Studio
- Addresses speed issues when adding data to a table view. (download)
9:11:36 PM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Change Startup Disk v1.04 - This script modifies the Startup Disk without having to use the GUI and will restart your computer if desired. Version changes include instructions for removing the password dialog and removed restarting the computer in OS X automatically.
9:03:53 PM
New build of Scheduler 3.1 for Macintosh
- Not to be confused with the April 10 release (Build 193), this build (Build 194) corrects two bugs reported by users. Get the details from the "What's New" page.
8:49:33 PM
Steve Zellers is connecting AppleScript to Google.
[Scripting News]
5:04:41 PM
DocServer2man v0.2
- DocServer2man is a Frontier/Radio tool that, using UserTalk, AppleScript and Perl, runs on OS X to convert the docserver.root to a format readable by the Unix tool man. This version addresses a bug involving a AppleScript call to POSIX path.
11:07:47 AM
An AppleScript to securely erase files from sjonke
- Needless to say, you should use this script with caution! It is mainly intended as an example, albeit a potentially useful one. Download either the script application or the text version or both. Note that you can drag the script application onto Script Editor to edit it, so the text version isn't strictly necessary. The dirty work is handled with the command-line command "rm -rP" and AppleScripts's "do shell script" and "POSIX path" from the "Standard Additions" scripting addition are what do that. [Studio Log]
9:16:29 AM
screen dump v1.4
- A simple Macintosh utility to take snapshots of your desktop and upload the picture to display on a webpage. This version includes various enhancements and bug fixes.
9:08:58 AM
- A scriptable application for Mac OS X that uses templates to build web photo albums. [MacScripter.net]
9:42:29 PM
iPod2iTunes v0.9.1 Beta
- Copies and synchronizes tracks and playlists from your iPod(s) to your Mac(s). (Formerly known as iPod Free File SynX). [MacScripter.net]
9:34:48 PM
Tim Bumgarner: Table Support project for AppleScript Studio
- Addresses speed issues when adding data to a table view. (download)
9:11:36 PM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Change Startup Disk v1.04 - This script modifies the Startup Disk without having to use the GUI and will restart your computer if desired. Version changes include instructions for removing the password dialog and removed restarting the computer in OS X automatically.
9:03:53 PM
New build of Scheduler 3.1 for Macintosh
- Not to be confused with the April 10 release (Build 193), this build (Build 194) corrects two bugs reported by users. Get the details from the "What's New" page.
8:49:33 PM
Steve Zellers is connecting AppleScript to Google.
[Scripting News]5:04:41 PM
DocServer2man v0.2
- DocServer2man is a Frontier/Radio tool that, using UserTalk, AppleScript and Perl, runs on OS X to convert the docserver.root to a format readable by the Unix tool man. This version addresses a bug involving a AppleScript call to POSIX path.
11:07:47 AM
An AppleScript to securely erase files from sjonke
- Needless to say, you should use this script with caution! It is mainly intended as an example, albeit a potentially useful one. Download either the script application or the text version or both. Note that you can drag the script application onto Script Editor to edit it, so the text version isn't strictly necessary. The dirty work is handled with the command-line command "rm -rP" and AppleScripts's "do shell script" and "POSIX path" from the "Standard Additions" scripting addition are what do that. [Studio Log]
9:16:29 AM
screen dump v1.4
- A simple Macintosh utility to take snapshots of your desktop and upload the picture to display on a webpage. This version includes various enhancements and bug fixes.
9:08:58 AM
Wednesday, April 10, 2002
Popup Dock v1.0
- Popup Dock is an application designed to work as an extension of the Dock. Instead of cluttering up the dock with every item you want quick access to you can use Popup Dock for most of them and leave the dock for the few items you use all the time. Popup Dock is not a Dock hack, it is a genuine document based application. Popup Dock also includes built in support for executing AppleScripts.
11:35:12 PM
Delete Completely for Entourage X
This is a simple AppleScript for Entourage X that takes the selected email, moves it to the trash, and then deletes it completely.
- Popup Dock is an application designed to work as an extension of the Dock. Instead of cluttering up the dock with every item you want quick access to you can use Popup Dock for most of them and leave the dock for the few items you use all the time. Popup Dock is not a Dock hack, it is a genuine document based application. Popup Dock also includes built in support for executing AppleScripts.
11:35:12 PM
Delete Completely for Entourage X
This is a simple AppleScript for Entourage X that takes the selected email, moves it to the trash, and then deletes it completely.
[MacScripter.net]
10:43:35 PM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Change Startup Disk 1.03 - This script modifies the Startup Disk without having to use the GUI and will restart your computer if desired. Version changes include: No need for user to modify script for volume locations of OS 9 or OS X System Folders; When dialog box asks for which startup disk to choose, button highlights the startup folder not currently selected in System Preferences (in case you don't remember); Cleaned up shell script code.
7:48:23 PM
SCRIPTit 1.0.1 for FileMaker Pro
"SCRIPTit is an interface enhancement plug-in for FileMaker Pro that uses the power of XML for defining script events and dynamic popup menus." Version history could not be found on web site.
7:32:28 PM
Palm Desktop Scripting Support - Feedback Requested Unofficially
Chris Page, of the Palm Desktop development team, has asked unofficially for feedback regarding AppleScript implementation in the Palm Desktop application. If you are interested in the future of AppleScript support for Palm Desktop, and you have something valuable to offer, this is an excellent opportunity to be heard.
3:18:31 PM
dOc Amazon Shopper v0.1
dOc Amazon Shopper, released under the BSD License, is an AppleScript Studio application that provides an interface to search Amazon.com in 15 categories.
[MacScripter.net]
12:14:31 PM
Scheduler 3.1 for Macintosh
Scheduler is a utility that enables you to automate your work by launching applications and Applescript scripts.
This version provides support for the scheduling of uncompiled and compiled scripts (previously only supported applets). It also supports the scheduled execution of specific sub-routines with arguments inside of a script, thus allowing you to build a small library of script-based handlers inside of a single script file.
11:56:07 AM
Tuesday, April 9, 2002
maintain1 v1.3
This AppleScript Studio application offers an easy interface for running shell scripts. Version changes include improved GUI and a menu command to un-install maintain1.
This AppleScript Studio application offers an easy interface for running shell scripts. Version changes include improved GUI and a menu command to un-install maintain1.
[Version Tracker]
9:51:34 PM
SpamReporter v1.2
SpamReporter is a Mac OS X AppleScript designed to work with Microsoft Entourage from Office v10. It offers a simple and effective way to report spam abuse to the proper authorities. This version fixes the double header bug.
7:14:57 PM
Now Up-to-Date & Contact v4.2 for OS X
Now Up-to-Date & Contact, from Power On Software, is a PIM (Personal Information Manager) which includes support for the AppleScript Object Model. Version 4.2 is for Mac OS X users only.
11:48:10 AM
Scripting Matters Automation Seminars - April 18, 2002
Automating Your Mac With AppleScript - "Attendees will learn the basics of getting started with AppleScript, and find out about resources that are available to the beginning and the mid-level scripter. Scriptable products include OS X, the Finder, Outlook Express, iTunes, QuarkXPress, FileMaker Pro, and many other programs."
Automating Publishing in InDesign and QuarkXPress - "Learn some advanced tips and tricks for working with longer documents, and information about powerful XTensions and Plug-ins that will automatically create documents and update them easily for repeat publication. The seminar also covers the basics of using AppleScript with page layout programs, as well as advanced techniques for sophisticated search and replace and database publishing."
11:31:49 AM
Today's Additions to ScriptBuilders
Toggle Runaround - This QXP Script will toggle the runaround of any selected object to and from item and none.
Emailer - StoreOutgoingMsg v1.0 - These two scripts for Claris Emailer 2 help to move sent messages to different folders automatically. One script acts on the email address of the sent messages while the other acts on a specified account.
10:46:13 AM