Actions - how to enter variable info?

Question

Hi. I'm wondering if there is a way to enter variable info in an action. Specifically, in my action I want to add canvas but depending on the photo, not the same amount of canvas. Is there a way to have the action open the "add canvas" window, wait for me to enter the variables, and then continue?

And/or, is there a way to open the "stroke" window, wait for me to enter the variables and then continue?

I've been struggling with this and cannot figure out how to do it.

Thanks.

Mark

Stephen Marsh · Accepted Answer

@MarkNF – To illustrate the reply from @D Fosse here's a screenshot, where the "modal control" has been set against the transform step.

D Fosse · Answer

Any dialog can be turned on or off in the actions panel. Just check the "dialog" box for that step. If on, the action waits for input and then continues when the dialog is OK'd.

There's also a set of conditional steps in the panel menu.

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