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Everything about AppleScript

Scripting language for macOS

AppleScript is a scripting language created by Apple Inc. that facilitates automated control of Mac applications. The term AppleScript may refer to the scripting language, to a script written in the language, or to the macOS Open Scripting Architecture that underlies the language. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: AppleScriptA 5-minute orientation
  2. Pick up a classic book: AppleScript 1-2-3The most-reprinted book on the subject
  3. Go sideways: Automator (macOS)A closely related topic
  4. Go sideways: Apple eventA closely related topic

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🗂️ The subject at a glance

  1. History
  2. Features and syntax
  3. Resources
  4. Open Scripting Architecture
  5. Development tools

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