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Dynopete
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March 3, 2019
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Insert variable - File name without extension ?

  • March 3, 2019
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I would like to insert a variable, which is the file name but without the extension showing. Can this be done?

Thanks.

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    Correct answer Barb Binder

    Hi Dynopete:

    Type > Insert Variable > File name.

    ~Barb

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    hammer0909
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    hammer0909Community Expert
    Community Expert
    March 4, 2019

    Choose Type > Text Variables > Define. Click on File Name and choose edit. Make sure that the "Include File Extension" checkbox is disabled (it should be by default). Now put your cursor where you want the file name to appear and choose Type > Text Variables > Insert Variable > File Name. Done.

      vinny38
      vinny38
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      March 4, 2019

      Hi

      What file name?

      Your Indd document? Then Barb's answer will be fine.

      Or are you talking about captions?

      Are they live or static?

      Have a look at this post: https://indesignsecrets.com/how-to-make-the-file-extension-go-away-in-captions.php

      Comments are very useful, especially Colin's one imho.

      Barb Binder
      Community Expert
      Barb BinderCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
      Community Expert
      March 3, 2019

      Hi Dynopete:

      Type > Insert Variable > File name.

      ~Barb

      ~Barb at Rocky Mountain Training
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