Anatomy of an action file

Unlike Script files (.scpt extension), actions contain more than just JavaScript code. An action file is an actual Adobe GoLive HTML file which allows you to modify the content of the Actions Inspector and Actions palette, as well as the types of parameters that the user can enter. An Adobe GoLive action file must contain an action title, action tags, JavaScript, and a layout grid. All actions must contain these basic elements in order to function properly. Because many of the items in this page are familiar Adobe GoLive components, such as custom tags, JavaScripts, layout grids, etc., you can edit the content and behavior of your action in a familiar Adobe GoLive way.

The OpenAlertWindow.action file is a fairly simple action file containing the basic elements of an Adobe GoLive action. You'll find it in the Message subfolder of the Actions folder. Open the file now (if the file opens as a text file, you'll need to add the action extension to your Filename Extensions in Preferences).

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