Macros (Procedure)

Macro recording and playback allows you to repeat user-interface actions to automate common or repetitive tasks.

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Creating macros
Creating a macro allows you to automate and repeat tasks.
Playing macros or scripts using the menu
You can play a macro or a Visual Basic script in the user interface, or by using the software command line.
Running a macro or script from Windows Explorer
Because macros are just Visual Basic scripts, they can be invoked from Windows even if the software is not running.
Assigning macros or Visual Basic scripts to toolbar buttons
You can assign a macro or a Visual Basic script to a button on the Tools tab > Assigned Macros panel. This panel provides quick access to up to 10 different scripts.

Parent topic: Macros