Recording scripts with Corel Photo Paint has many utilities for those who are regulars or regular users of this wonderful raster graphics editing program.
But, for people who are just learning how it works, it can be a bit confusing to record these scripts.
Macros are the appropriate option if you want to create code to perform a task, scripts are the necessary tool to save the steps required to perform a task; both are customized and you can create them to your liking so that they do the job you want to do.
Corel Photo Paint offers many options for saving custom preferences, one example being the ability to create and save custom brushes
Know the differences and similarities between a script and a macro
The Corel Photo Paint program distinguishes between these two elements. But both are finalized to the automation of repetitive activities.
In addition to combining various complex actions, so that they are much more accessible, especially if they are usually used regularly.
As for macros, they can be created using the built-in functions of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) or Visual Studio Tools for Applications (VSTA).
Unlike scripts, which are programs that take life from Corel Script. And although they fulfill similar goals, they are different in their creation and not just in the tool.
Since, for the macro, it must be coded. While the scripts, after creating them, it will be possible record actions, and edit steps.
How does the registration window work and how to manage scripts?
To start, the window should be visible " Recorder ". To do this, click on the button » Quick customization «.
Subsequently, the checkbox assigned to the " Recorder »Is marked, then the corresponding panel will be displayed. In which, at the bottom, you can see a series of buttons.
These are meant to record and manipulate the recording, i.e. pause it, run the script, as well as skip to the next step and the like.
Now, before proceeding, it is good to clarify that the script consists of a series of independent steps, so that subsequently a specific one can be deleted or modified.
In the upper part of the segment, on the other hand, the buttons for the creation of new scripts, opening an already created one, saving, as well as inserting and deleting new commands.
In the center, is where you will see the steps that are recorded, in the form of commands, sorted chronologically.
It should not be overlooked that there are some commands or actions that cannot be registered, for example those that refer to commands in the help menu, or calculation operations.
Neither customization of any menu or toolbar, nor of grid guides, rulers or guidelines.
Start recording scripts with Corel Photo Paint
To be able to record scripts with Corel Photo Paint, you will need to have the » Registration In sight, as already shown.
Within this, the first button is selected from the top menu, intended to create a script " New ". Before proceeding, it is recommended that you keep in mind what you want to record, i.e. what steps will be included.
Now, after giving to create the item, you can start recording, this is achieved by pressing the button of the lower menu " Register »Or the typical red REC icon.
Next, you search for the first command you want to insert, for example, if it is an effect, the tab opens " Effects Corresponding.
Subsequently, " Camera " and finally " Sepia tone «, In order to determine the parameters and then include them in the script.
And so on for all the steps you want to apply automatically with the script. When the result is satisfactory, we proceed to save it.
This in the top menu, in the recognizable icon of " Save «, And in this way it will be available for use in other projects.
Automatically, it will run in a special folder in Corel Photo Paint, it is advisable to leave it there, although you can choose another destination if you wish.
Corel Photo Paint has multiple functions that allow designers to work quickly and making the most of their creativity, with this editing application you can change the resolution, the paper size or duplicate the image if you wish or correct an image with the your effects tool.
Once your work is ready, don't forget to create a watermark to ensure the copyright of your work.
