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In short: Is there a way to add a linked textframe with predefined geometricBounds to a selected textframe?
For a newspaper, I have to perform these repetitive tasks:
I've already set up a script that cleans up the text and prepares it for further use.
I would like the script to add the needed linked textframes.
Many thanks ahead
Yes, there's a way.
textFrames.add({geometricBounds: [y1,x1,y2,x2]})
Adds and returns a new text frame at the defined coordinates.
textFrame.previousTextFrame = oldTF
makes that new text frame connected to the previous.
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Yes, there's a way.
textFrames.add({geometricBounds: [y1,x1,y2,x2]})
Adds and returns a new text frame at the defined coordinates.
textFrame.previousTextFrame = oldTF
makes that new text frame connected to the previous.
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Thank you!
It took some time to make it work, but it does the job!
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You're welcome. Newspapering is fertile ground for automation and where I cut my teeth on this stuff. Lots of trial and error!
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Indeed, it's not just about layouting as quick as possible, but also maintaining flexibility for last minute adjustments. Thanks again!