Free Javascript for scaling with Golden Ratio

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December 11, 2021
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What does the script do?
The script creates copy(s) of a selected object and reduces it with 68.2 % (figure for the golden ratio).

Where to find the Javascript ScalingGoldenRatio.jsx?

See https://www.behance.net/gallery/133015265/Javascript-for-Illustrator-Scaling-with-Golden-Ratio

How to use Javascript ScalingGoldenRatio.jsx

(1) Select exactly one object or group in Illustrator.

(2) Start the script e.g. by dragging it onto the Illustrator.

(3) Enter the number of copies you want, e.g. "2", then you will get the object reduced twice with the factor 0.682.

Have fun with it.

– Jens

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Kurt Gold

Community Expert

Can you see the difference now, Doug?

The script - unlike the Transform effect and despite some daring fake news claiming that the golden ratio is just a myth - finally led to the irrevocable insight that the golden ratio is there and of course true, just as Ton's striking proof shows.

Jacob Bugge

Community Expert

Jens,

As far as I know, the Golden (reduction) Ratio is 0.618034, rather than 0.682, in other words about 10% less. I believe you can also use 2 divided by 1 + the square root of 5 to have/keep it as close to exact as possible.

Parts4ArtsAuthor

Inspiring

Hi Jacob,

your are right. I have changed the value to 61.80339887 %. In the new user interface, any other value such as 50 % can also be entered.
Link: https://www.behance.net/gallery/125369255/Javascript-for-Illustrator-RotateArtboard