OS X: I want to batch print all the files in a source-code library. They are actionscript files, which means they are text files that all end in a .as extension. The files are in a complex directory structure (one root folder but files in multiple subfolders), and there are non .as files that I don't want printed. When the files print, I need some kind of separator ( spaces, asterisks, new page...) between each file. [more inside]
posted by grumblebee on Nov 18, 2009 - 6 answers

Hi AskMeFi. Can someone tell me how to combine 350 text files into one large text file so that the original filenames and dates are included above (or below) each entry? I'm using Vista Home Premium and they are all generic .txt files. I'm moving all of my notes into Evernote but want to save the names and dates of the individual txt files.
posted by chimrichalds on Sep 12, 2009 - 15 answers

I am looking for a site/service/person who can batch edit the background out of 125 images and swap in a blue screen background. Any ideas? -The pictures are of ppl (from the waist up) holding a piece of 81/2X11 sheet of paper. -The background is a neutral textured wall, that blends pretty well with some of the clothes ppl are wearing. :( -Here is a link to three samples sample 1 sample 2 sample 3 [more inside]
posted by libraryman on Aug 23, 2009 - 9 answers

Batch convert Word docs to text files? [more inside]
posted by yarrow on Jul 9, 2009 - 5 answers

I have a text file containing a list of image filenames and I'd like to be able to point at a folder and have it select, move or label based on the list of filenames. Is there software, script or tool that makes automating this possible? [more inside]
posted by tinamonster on Jun 25, 2009 - 22 answers

Initiating an HR investigation, need to print hundreds of emails from gmail. Possible? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 5, 2009 - 4 answers

I need to batch process a 54-page PDF through Bridge (or Photoshop) and it doesn't seem to be saving properly. [more inside]
posted by Optimus Chyme on Mar 18, 2009 - 2 answers

Photoshop batching produces files suffixed with an increasing amount of zeroes. [more inside]
posted by Submiqent on Mar 11, 2009 - 9 answers

What is the best way to convert large batches of multi-page TIFFs to PDF? [more inside]
posted by [expletive deleted] on Feb 11, 2009 - 10 answers

Advanced batch print software? [more inside]
posted by AceRock on Jan 7, 2009 - 1 answer

How can I batch import album art into MP3s from JPEGs on my hard disk? [more inside]
posted by ilumos on Dec 15, 2008 - 6 answers

I have a bunch (thousands) of JPEG pictures of my company's parts. The JPEG file names are the part numbers of the parts (eg. 1234.jpg is a picture of part number 1234. Here's the tricky part... [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis on Nov 25, 2008 - 9 answers

Is there a faster way to split a photo into pieces and save it as individual files? (possible photoshop batch question) [more inside]
posted by mjcon on Nov 12, 2008 - 5 answers

Is there an easy way to concatenate WAV files in batch mode? [more inside]
posted by JParker on Oct 5, 2008 - 5 answers

Looking for a recommendation for a free / open source script or application to batch capture/process screen shots of web sites, ideally from a list of urls. [more inside]
posted by sunlightfoundation on Jul 15, 2008 - 7 answers

Is there a GIMP batch operation that I can use in GIMP that will apply watermark/copyright images? [more inside]
posted by ozreiuosn on Jun 9, 2008 - 4 answers

Good batch photo editing software for Mac? (I want to apply a tungsten filter to a large batch of digital images) [more inside]
posted by mnop on Apr 16, 2008 - 9 answers

How can I fix an MS-DOS batch script that works when run manually, but exhibits strange behavior when run as a scheduled task? [more inside]
posted by SteveTheRed on Apr 4, 2008 - 5 answers

Need help on a huge .Vob conversion to the best bandwidth saving format project. [more inside]
posted by bleucube on Mar 17, 2008 - 2 answers

How do I copy a file to multiple folders, and rename it based on those folders? I know the answer is "unix", but I need hand-holding. [more inside]
posted by O9scar on Feb 21, 2008 - 9 answers

How do I batch print my .eml files? [more inside]
posted by perpetualstroll on Feb 10, 2008 - 3 answers

compressed files inside of compressed files inside of compressed files. arg. please help me automate this process. [more inside]
posted by yonation on Feb 9, 2008 - 7 answers

For windows batch files, is there a way to automatically close dialog boxes that open as a result of a windows program producing an error? [more inside]
posted by jldindc on Jan 27, 2008 - 5 answers

windowsbatchfile: Can someone give me the command/script for a simple batch file that will take a file from location A, copy it to location b, then add the current date to the name of the file> Thanks in advance!!!
posted by flipmiester99 on Dec 20, 2007 - 4 answers

At work, we have to deal with many many requests for audio clips. That is, receiving a CD, cutting 30, 60 or 90 seconds (or some other arbitrary length) from some or all of the tracks and turning them into MP3 or FLV files for use on our websites. I'm searching for a way to better automate this process, as it is unbelievably tedious process as you can imagine. My ideal solution would be able to insert a CD (or take a set of mp3 files) and run a program that would let me select start and end points for all tracks or each track individually, select a format (mp3 required, swf/flv nice but not absolutely necessary) and press a button to have it executed. Does anyone know of such a beast?
posted by softlord on Oct 9, 2007 - 13 answers

How do I automate image redaction with Automator? [more inside]
posted by rabbitsnake on Sep 13, 2007 - 5 answers

Is it possible to write a batch file that, when launched, would mount an FTP server as a network place in XP? [more inside]
posted by charmston on Aug 23, 2007 - 6 answers

How do I rotate batches of images based on a certain criteria? [more inside]
posted by jmprice on May 29, 2007 - 1 answer

How do I batch rename a group of files so that the new names are all odd numbers? [more inside]
posted by frogan on May 14, 2007 - 4 answers

I have a bunch of files, in a nested directory structure. I'd like to collapse the directory structure and move all the files into one folder, preferably sorting them by file extension or name. How do I do this as quickly and easily as possible in WinXP? (Using Cygwin is OK if that's the only way to do it.) [more inside]
posted by Kadin2048 on May 9, 2007 - 7 answers

Is there a software/scripting solution which will allow me to batch convert divx files into iso/nrg image files? [more inside]
posted by snatchos on Mar 6, 2007 - 4 answers

How can I automatically grab the text (not code) off of a bunch of .htm files? [more inside]
posted by pantufla on Feb 13, 2007 - 16 answers

Can anyone advise me how to make Vista schedule copying to my external drive? [more inside]
posted by mrbenn on Feb 12, 2007 - 3 answers

Please suggest a Windows or Linux tool to batch-convert ogg files to mp3. [more inside]
posted by jlub on Dec 15, 2006 - 11 answers

I would like to create a batch script that will create a new internet connection (connecting through a vpn) with specific settings. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by genial on Dec 6, 2006 - 4 answers

I have a large number of files sitting in a directory. I'd like to automate the following: Take each file, create a subdirectory for it (the name can be anything), and move the file into that subdirectory. Repeat until every file is moved into its own subdirectory. This is in Windows XP (although obviously I could use a .BAT file in MS-DOS). Thanks
posted by mikeand1 on Nov 7, 2006 - 24 answers

Is there a good way to convert an entire directory of numbered files from hex to decimal notation or vice versa? For example, I'll have files named AK00.txt AK03.txt and AK1F.txt that I want to convert to AK00.txt AK03.txt and AK31.txt. I've considered writing a shell script to do this, but if a solution already exists, I would love to hear about it. Thanks!
posted by idontlikewords on Aug 28, 2006 - 5 answers

How to Batch Rename images based on caption in IPTC? [more inside]
posted by BobsterLobster on Aug 10, 2006 - 3 answers

Is there anyway to batch convert Adobe Illustrator CS2 files into hi-res RGB Jpg files? [more inside]
posted by Hands of Manos on May 31, 2006 - 21 answers

Batch unzipping and file renaming on UNIX or OS X? All_ my_ files_ look_ like_ this!_.gz [more inside]
posted by Robot Johnny on Mar 23, 2006 - 25 answers

I need to move thousands of files (01_preview.jpg, 02_preview.jpg, 03_preview.jpg, etc.) into matching (pre-existing) folders whose names are basically the same as the filenames (folder names are 01, 02, 03, etc.) I'm on a Windows box. Is this a good job for a .BAT file? Can you help me write such a .BAT file? (Online tutorials for batch files have not helped me so far.) [more inside]
posted by chr1sb0y on Feb 6, 2006 - 15 answers

Please help me automate a repetitive work task. [more inside]
posted by devilshgrin on Oct 4, 2005 - 10 answers

How do I get the ouput of a windows console program / script into a batch file variable? [more inside]
posted by Deepspace on Sep 22, 2005 - 6 answers

I need an automated way to slice 'n' dice some images into regularly sized chunks. [more inside]
posted by electric_counterpoint on Sep 1, 2005 - 6 answers

I need to make a Photoshop CS action/droplet that I can use to batch convert many dozens of mid-res b&w images. I've tried this a few times but my droplets end up doing 1 file fine and then nothing. [mi] [more inside]
posted by luriete on Jan 28, 2005 - 3 answers

I'm trying to clear up some of my clutter by selling a couple of boxes of comics. There's no Action Comics #1 in the bunch, but several 1st issues and runs from the 70's and 80's, in mostly good condition. I'm currently cataloging them, but does anyone have suggestions of methods and/or a good place to sell them as a batch for cash or credit (so I can get bound reprints or graphic novels)?
Thanks in advance.
posted by jpburns on Dec 7, 2004 - 13 answers

Is there a way to bulk rename a bunch of folders in Windows XP by just removing any white space? I want to upload these to a web server and would prefer avoiding the %20 madness.
posted by fletchmuy on Aug 31, 2004 - 5 answers

I have a large amount of CBZ and CBR files that are ZIP and RAR files respectively with scanned JPEGs of comic books inside them. Thing is, the levels on the scans are sometimes too dark or too bright. Is there a windows program that would batch fix the levels (like photoshop's Automatic Levels command) on the compressed archives without having to unzip pr unrar them first?
posted by signal on Jul 2, 2004 - 4 answers