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Re: Batch conversion for images

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From: cromwell
Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1992 18:09
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In article <Bxp8Gt.71C@rahul.net>, mike@rahul.net (Mike Smithwick) writes:

> I am in need of converting about 1800 Windows .BMP formatted images to
> PICT format. Are there any batch image conversion packages available up
> to the task? Preferably one which will read through a directory structure
> on its own convert any image files it finds and reconstruct the 
> directory on the target device with the new images.

I don't know of any batch converters, but I have successfully used
automac to record a macro that moves through the list one by one and
converts them in what ever app you happen to have.  Two
suggestions-use plenty of window pauses and use the arrow keys instead
of the mouse...and rebound or boomerang is also a must.
-- 
Rick 
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Subject: Re: Batch conversion for images
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Date: 15 Nov 92 12:09:53 CST
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