Adobe Publishing Automation Script - Enhanced Excel to PDF Integration
Budget / Salary$10–30
TypeFreelance project
LocationRemote
Posted3 weeks ago
I have a proof-of-concept script that batch-places data from Excel/CSV into InDesign and exports it as a PDF, but I need it polished into a reliable, professional tool for seamless automation.
Current Setup:
• A short ExtendScript snippet (shown in the attached description) that loops through images, adds pages, places each photo, and exports a PDF.
• Finished InDesign templates that define page size, margins, paragraph styles, master pages, etc.
Updated Requirement:
1. Automate input: Enhance the current script to read directly from Excel/CSV files accurately and efficiently.
2. Professional output: Ensure automatic placement of data into corresponding design placeholders within the InDesign template without manual intervention.
3. Overflow handling: Dynamically add pages based on data overflow while maintaining consistent styles and layout.
4. Reliable performance: Test for errors, ensure smooth function during large-volume tasks.
5. Output automation: Produce press-ready PDF files in bulk and efficiently save them in designated folders without user prompts.
6. Basic User Interface: Add an interface that allows me to select files and customize basic options like folder destinations.
Deliverables:
• A polished .jsx or .js script with comments for ease of future updates.
• Instructions or tutorial for use/setup with InDesign.
Ideal Candidate:
Freelancers experienced with ExtendScript scripting for Adobe products are highly preferred. Please include your expected price and timeline in your proposal.
Current Setup:
• A short ExtendScript snippet (shown in the attached description) that loops through images, adds pages, places each photo, and exports a PDF.
• Finished InDesign templates that define page size, margins, paragraph styles, master pages, etc.
Updated Requirement:
1. Automate input: Enhance the current script to read directly from Excel/CSV files accurately and efficiently.
2. Professional output: Ensure automatic placement of data into corresponding design placeholders within the InDesign template without manual intervention.
3. Overflow handling: Dynamically add pages based on data overflow while maintaining consistent styles and layout.
4. Reliable performance: Test for errors, ensure smooth function during large-volume tasks.
5. Output automation: Produce press-ready PDF files in bulk and efficiently save them in designated folders without user prompts.
6. Basic User Interface: Add an interface that allows me to select files and customize basic options like folder destinations.
Deliverables:
• A polished .jsx or .js script with comments for ease of future updates.
• Instructions or tutorial for use/setup with InDesign.
Ideal Candidate:
Freelancers experienced with ExtendScript scripting for Adobe products are highly preferred. Please include your expected price and timeline in your proposal.
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