I wouldn't choose FrameScript for that if you're going to write it from scratch. Another option is to convert to MIF and then write a Perl script to make the template changes.
On Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 2:20 AM, Reng, Dr. Winfried <wreng at tycoint.com> wrote: > Hi Garnier, > > If not only the formatting changed but also the format names > I recommend these tools: > > Best value for money is Template Mapper from Cudspan: > http://www.cudspan.net/plugins/executioner.php?do=displayPage&field_tab_num=2 > > A not so convenient alternative would be > FindChangeSpecial from Rick Quatro: > http://www.frameexpert.com/plugins/findchangespecial/index.htm > If you want to use this plugin, you should collect all > files in a super-book first. > > Or you could ask someone to write a FrameScript script > for you: > http://www.frameexpert.com/scripts/index.htm > http://www.itl.eu/en/services-solutions/product-process-solutions/system-integration-customization/adobe-framemaker.html > (Of course there are also others who develop scripts.) > > Best regards > > Winfried > >> -----Original Message----- >> From: framers-bounces at lists.frameusers.com >> [mailto:framers-bounces at lists.frameusers.com] On Behalf Of >> Garnier Garnier >> Sent: Tuesday, July 13, 2010 8:33 AM >> To: framers at lists.frameusers.com >> Subject: Migrating contents to a new template >> >> Hi Listers, >> >> Am using Framemaker 7.0 >> >> I was using a specific template for all the books. >> >> Now provided with a new set of templates (nothing matches >> with the earlier template) and expected to move all contents >> (30 books with multiple chapters and on an average each book >> contains about 500 pages). Any suggestions as to what would >> be the ideal method to migrate to the new template? >> >> B/R >> >> Garnier > _______________________________________________ > > > You are currently subscribed to framers as dr_gonzo at pobox.com. > > Send list messages to framers at lists.frameusers.com. > > To unsubscribe send a blank email to > framers-unsubscribe at lists.frameusers.com > or visit > http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/dr_gonzo%40pobox.com > > Send administrative questions to listadmin at frameusers.com. Visit > http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info. > -- ============ Steve Johnson, dr_gonzo at pobox.com