Description
Macros are like mini-programs that anyone can write. They allow users to perform a longer series of tasks with a quick keyboard shortcut and can speed indexing, increase accuracy, and reduce small annoyances. For example, a macro can copy selected text from a PDF reader, create a new index entry, and prefill the entry with the selected text and the current page number for your review—all with a single keyboard shortcut. Macros can also invert names, clean text, and do many other useful tasks. Attendees will learn to design and troubleshoot simple and complex macros. The course is aimed at both complete beginners and at indexers who would like to enhance their macro skills and learn new techniques.