File->Automation Tools grayed out in Photoshop Elements 2018

[randallb75351633]

I would like to run a script to batch process some scanned .tif files.   I installed the .jsx file into the Scripts folder.

I am in Expert mode, but the Automation Tools menu item is grayed out.   Can someone explain some steps to run the script I have?

Thanks

[Jeff Arola]

You need to add a javascriptresource to the top of the script so it shows in the Automation Tools menu.

You can use a text editor and make sure you save the script with a .jsx extension

An example where you put automate in the menu section

(automate will show on the Autmation Tools menu)

//
/*
<javascriptresource>
<name>16 Bit Levels Adjustment Layer</name>
<about>creates 16 bit levels adjustment layer</about>
<category>Layers</category>
<menu>automate</menu>
</javascriptresource>
*/
//

[randallb75351633 · Accepted solution]

Jeff_Arola, 

THANK-YOU!

That was exactly what I needed, and the quick response is greatly appreciated.