Embedding linked graphics

Question

Is there any quick way to change a linked graphic to an embedded graphic in FrameMaker? Currently using FrameMaker 10.

Russ Ward · Accepted Answer

You could try the following script, which operates on the currently-active document. Before you do, please note the following:

- It is generally considered a regressive step to remove file system references from imported graphics. In other words, conventional wisdom would suggest that you are doing damage to your files. I'd recommend backups.

- I just slapped this script together using general scripting knowledge. I don't make a habit of breaking references. If this thing does something else unexpected, you are on your own.

Russ





var counter = 0;



var graphic = app.ActiveDoc.FirstGraphicInDoc;



    




while(graphic.ObjectValid())



{


    
if(graphic.constructor.name == "Inset" &&


       
graphic.InsetFile != "")


    
{


        
graphic.GraphicIsSelected = true;


        
graphic.InsetFile = "";


        
graphic.GraphicIsSelected = false;


        
counter++;


    
}


   
 


    
graphic = graphic.NextGraphicInDoc; 
 



}








alert("Script complete. " + counter + " graphic(s) converted.");

Russ Ward · Answer

I'm not sure if there is a good way through the GUI. But it is very simple with a script. If you open the ExtendScript editor (File > Script > New Script), you could convert the currently-selected graphic by executing this single line:

app.ActiveDoc.FirstSelectedGraphicInDoc.InsetFile = "";

With a few more lines, the script could be enhanced to convert all graphics in the document.

Russ

	var counter = 0;
	var graphic = app.ActiveDoc.FirstGraphicInDoc;

	while(graphic.ObjectValid())
	{
	if(graphic.constructor.name == "Inset" &&
	graphic.InsetFile != "")
	{
	graphic.GraphicIsSelected = true;
	graphic.InsetFile = "";
	graphic.GraphicIsSelected = false;
	counter++;
	}

	graphic = graphic.NextGraphicInDoc;
	}

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