Macro Express
Presentation by:
Julia Allen and Jason Fleming
What is Macro Express?
Macro Express (ME) is a cross-software
Windows based macro creation program.
ME provides automation for daily or repetitive
tasks.
ME does not require you to know how to
program in a scripting language.
Macro Express: Possibilities
There are three different
methods for creating a
macro:
– Scripting Editor
– Direct Editor
– Capture Macro
There is also the Quick
Wizard that provides
step by step help.
Scripting Editor
The scripting editor allows you to create your
macro using predefined commands which
includes: logic statements, text, timing, and
mouse control. You can also put documentation
within the macro. Here is a sample of the code:
ME: Commands
Using the script editor
you can select the
command you want and
add it to the macro.
You can also specify that
a macro is launched at a
certain time of day, or
only if other parameters
are met.
Direct Editor
The direct editor will probably be the least used
method of creating a macro.
The direct editor allows you to “hand code” if you
so choose. Here is a sample of the code:
w2 > > >
Capture Macro
This function allows you to “capture” a macro as
you do it. This method is sometimes referred to
as “recording.”
After testing this method, it is apparent that there
are few parameters that must be set correctly for
your macro to work properly and efficiently.
ME: Best Practices Capture Mode
When capturing a macro these settings are very
important:
Acquisitions: Monograph Order
This macro assumes that certain Aleph default
settings will be in place (ex. Monograph Order
Unit, Batch Claiming, etc.).
The macro moves through the non-default fields
and through all 3 tabs of the order so the user
does not have to use their mouse.
Monograph Order: Breakdown
Ser Cat HOL: LDR and 008
This macro moves through the LDR and 008
HOL fields and stops on the fixed fields that may
need to be changed for a serial HOL record.
There is also the added cataloging quick tip pop-
up window.
ISSN Retrieval
This macro is a demonstration of the cross-
software compatibility of ME. It moves in
between Excel and NOTIS.
ME: Best Practices
With the macro capture method you can use
your mouse to negotiate the Aleph windows,
however it is highly recommended that the
Keyboard shortcuts are used as much as
possible.
To stop a macro once it is running press Scroll
Lock AND Pause keys.
Pricing
Trial Edition
ME also allows a 30 day free evaluation. The
trial edition is a fully functioning version of ME,
and does not lack any of the capabilities of the
licensed ME.
To download the trial edition:
http://www.macroexpress.com/download.htm
Additional Resources
Macro Express
Macro Express Tutorial
Macro Express Fact Sheet
ME Help Files
More Resources (incl. downloadable Help and
Tutorial files)