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 (1) (2) One of the more tiresome aspects of graphic design is doing repetitive tasks. Converting image files from .GIF to .JPG. Scaling down images. Applying simple or complex filters to images. Adobe Photoshop addresses the need to automate time consuming practices using the 'Actions' palette tool. Basically, 'Actions' allow users to record a series of image editing steps into an .atn file. You can then apply this 'action' file to one or a thousand files. Here is an example of one 'action' I created. I wanted to add a drop shadow and text outline effect to 10 images but I did not want to have to go through the prospect of opening each graphic file, apply the necessary effects, and then save them. Using 'Actions' means I only have to edit one file and then I apply the 'action' to the other 9 saving myself a lot of work. Here we go: 1) I opened the original image file - in this case:
This is the final image I wish to create:
2) First, I clicked the 'arrow' to the right of 'Actions' and selected 'New Action ...'
3) I gave a descriptive name to the new 'Action.' I called mine - 'text-shadow-outline-jpg-save.' Then I clicked 'Record.' From this point on every step you make will be recorded.
4) I edited my image, adding a 'drop shadow' and an outline effect using the 'outer glow' effect. I then 'flattened' the image and saved the new file in .JPG format.
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