{"id":2558,"date":"2023-04-19T17:27:39","date_gmt":"2023-04-19T15:27:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.project-octopus.net\/help-area\/"},"modified":"2025-01-22T14:15:41","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T13:15:41","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.project-octopus.net\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Help area"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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No need to get all heated up. <\/span>We know you have questions \u2013 here<\/span>\u00a0are the answers! <\/span>Our FAQs are the perfect place to get clarity.<\/span><\/p>

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You can completely or partially automate time-consuming tasks or complex processes with scripts. That way recurring tasks can be done in no time. Combine multiple tasks with automation and execute them with just one click. This is especially useful when you are working on larger projects with many\u00a0 different elements.<\/p>

A good example of a comprehensive script would be the automated creation of a product catalog that has to be filled with content from a database.<\/p>

But even simpler tasks can be solved well with a script, like exporting to a certain file format over and over again.<\/p>

And you can solve many more tasks with scripts.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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\n \n \n What is so special about Octopus scripts?<\/span>\n\n \n
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We have years of experience in scripting, using InDesign and developing automation solutions. Over time, we\u00a0 often realized that using scripts could further improve our favorite tool. However, we noticed from time to time that some InDesign users have doubts when using scripts.<\/p>

Octopus takes away those doubts because the scripts come with a new user interface, a clear dashboard and easy handling. This gives even scripting grouchs the opportunity to get easy access to this great technology.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Everything about the \u201cProject Octopus\u201d is completely free of charge.<\/p>

You don't have to pay with money or your data!<\/p>

No subscription. No hidden costs. No advertising. We promise!<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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\n \n \n Does "Project Octopus" see if I install the script and what I do with it?<\/span>\n\n \n
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First of all, you don't have to provide any personal information to gain access to the script.<\/p>

We also cannot trace the path Octopus takes from us to your computer.<\/p>

And of course, the use of the script is anonymous for you. The usage data, which we absolutely need for the further development of the scripts, are evaluated anonymously. Further details about the processing of your data can be found in our AGBs<\/span><\/a>.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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The \u201cProject Octopus\u201d was created by the company Satzkiste GmbH and Gerald Singelmann.<\/p>

Satzkiste GmbH<\/a> is a media service provider in Stuttgart, Germany. Typesetting, automated solutions and consulting\/training around InDesign and InCopy topics are the core competencies of Satzkiste GmbH.<\/p>

Gerald Singelmann<\/a> is a gifted scripter and co-creator.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Maybe you want to take a look at this Video<\/a><\/span>?<\/p>

  1. Download the Octopus installer. You can get the download via the download button or via this link
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  2. The JSX file has now been downloaded to your computer.<\/li>
  3. Go to InDesign, open the \"Scripts\" palette (via Windows > Utilities > Scripts<\/em>)<\/li>
  4. Right-click the Users' folder in the palette, then click \"Show in Explorer\" or \"Show in Finder\".<\/li>
  5. Put the JSX file into this folder \"Scripts Panel\".<\/li>
  6. Go back to InDesign. In the Scripts palette, double-click the JSX file visible here.<\/li>
  7. Confirm the installation<\/li>
  8. Close InDesign and restart it<\/li>
  9. \u201cOctopus\u201d is now ready to be installed. You can see the newly added menu item \u201cOctopus\u201d in the menu bar above.<\/li><\/ol> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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    Copy the URL<\/p>

    https:\/\/cloud.satzkiste.de\/s\/KGmSj9S6jtJD7ff\/download\/Octopus-V2-First-Install.jsx<\/p>

    manually into your browser. The JSX file should then automatically load into your download folder.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    We do not guarantee anything! Except that we made the software with love \ud83d\udc97<\/strong> and tested it with perseverance<\/strong> \ud83e\udd75.<\/p>

    The scripts should work on Windows<\/strong> and macOS<\/strong> from 10.14 and InDesign version CC 2020<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    To help you keep track of everything, we made the script \"Octopus Dashboard\". The button \"Show Octopus directories\" opens them in your operating system.<\/p>

    Windows: \ud83e\ude9f<\/p>

    \\Users\\[User]<\/em>\\AppData\\Roaming\\...
    ...\\Adobe\\InDesign\\Version<\/strong> [version number]<\/em>\\en_GB\\Scripts\\Startup Scripts
    ...\\Adobe\\InDesign\\Version<\/strong> [version number]<\/em>\\en_GB\\Scripts Panel
    ...\\Preferences\\Adobe<\/strong> InDesign\\Version [version number]\\en_DE\\Scripts Panel\\octopus\\cs_octopus_<\/em>[version number]
    <\/em>...\\cs_octopus_[version number]
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    \/Users\/[User]<\/em>\/Library\/...
    ...\/Preferences\/Adobe<\/strong> InDesign\/Version [version number]<\/em>\/en_GB\/Scripts\/Scripts Panel\/octopus
    ...\/Preferences\/Adobe<\/strong> InDesign\/Version [version number]<\/em>\/en_GB\/Scripts\/Startup Scripts
    ...\/Preferences\/Adobe<\/strong> InDesign\/Version [version number]<\/em>\/en_GB\/Scripts\/Scripts Panel
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    Currently, (May 2023) you cannot choose which scripts you want or don't want to have. The current use of Project-Octopus comes with a user interface that includes all available scripts.<\/p>

    If you use Project-Octopus then you get the scripts installed that we share.<\/p>

    We stand by our good name that we responsibly deal with the project, the scripts, and your computer!<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    Congratulations! \ud83c\udf96\ufe0f<\/p>

    Feel free to send us an e-mail<\/span><\/a> and describe to us what behavior you expected <\/strong>and what behavior of the software you observed.<\/p>

    Please write in which operating system<\/strong> and program version<\/strong> you observed the error.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    We are very happy if you enjoy Project Octopus and the scripts make your everyday work easier. \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>

    If you would like to support us, we would be happy if you use your opportunities to make the project more known. Inform colleagues, friends and use your social media.<\/p>

    If you want to support us financially, you have the possibility via PayPal. But you don't have to!!<\/p>

    We can also talk about other ways, just come up to us and let's talk<\/a><\/span>.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    We would be happy to create the right script for your publications to match your workflow. We will advise you on your special request without obligation.<\/p>

    Feel free to e-mail us!<\/span><\/a><\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    Problems with the \"Type Library\" while installing Octopus or after an InDesign update can sometimes be resolved by starting InDesign once with administrator rights.<\/p>

    In Explorer, right-click on the InDesign.exe and select 'Start as administrator'.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    Oh, that's a shame<\/strong> that you don't want to continue using the Project Octopus scripts.<\/p>

    We would be delighted if you would let us know what motivated you to do so.<\/strong> Just send us an e-mail. We would like to understand this and become better.<\/p>

    We do not have an \"uninstaller\". If you want to get rid of the Octopus, then
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    - Click on \"Show Octopus directories\"
    - In the folders that now open, delete all folders and files that have \"Octopus\" in their name.<\/p>

    \u2665\ufe0f You may want to subscribe to the newsletter<\/a><\/span>. Then you won't miss out when we publish a script that might be of interest to you.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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