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Import styles question

Jul 10, 2012 2:43 AM

Hi,

How to be more specific while import style from external file? I am talking about method:

 

Document.importStyles (ImportFormat.PARAGRAPH_STYLES_FORMAT,

                                        myFile[, GlobalClashResolutionStrategy=GlobalClashResolutionStrategy.LOAD_ALL_WITH_OVERWRITE])

 

The goal is to import chosen styles only (one, few of them) nor all of them.

 

thx

363 Views   2 Replies   Latest reply: Jump_Over, Jul 11, 2012 1:50 AM
 
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  • Dirk Becker
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    1. Dirk Becker,
    Jul 10, 2012 11:45 PM   in reply to Jump_Over
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    As you found out, the method is called "importStyles" not "importStyle".

     

    One approach is to use the "properties" property to transfer the essentials of any native object.

    Sub-objects such as the various settings and and options of object styles require extra steps, though.

     

    E.g.

    myStyle.properties = otherStyle.properties;

     

    You can also create a blank document, import the styles there and remove the non desired ones.

     
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    2. Jump_Over,
    Jul 11, 2012 1:50 AM   in reply to Dirk Becker
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    To keep connection with "Styles" I was looking for StylesRange option. InDesign UI is able to do it, since there are checkboxes in import window, thats why. If there is no script method way - thats OK. I just asked more experienced people before I step into monk room.

     

    rgds

     
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