Open action in AppleScript package

Use the Open action in macOS based automations to open an AppleScript that you have provided.

When you use the Open action, a session is created that can then be referenced in the Run or Close actions.

Settings

  • In the Session name field, enter a name for the session that you are about to create.

    (Optional) Click Insert a value icon to select an existing variable or a Global value as the session name.

  • Use the AppleScript field to select one of the following:
    • Import existing file
      To select an existing AppleScript file from one of the following locations:
      • Variable: To specify the file variable that contains the location of the file.
      • Control Room file: Click Choose to select the file that is available in the Control Room.
      • Desktop file: Click Browse to select the file that is available on your device.
      Note: AppleScript filenames have either the . scpt or .scptd extension.
    • Manual input

      Use the Enter script here field to enter an AppleScript.