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This is an example of scheduling using iCal.

To set the action, do the following:

  • double click a time block
  • in the Info section, choose Open file next to Alarm
  • choose the AppleScript you wish to run
  • next to Repeat, set up the days of the week you wish the script to run
  • type in the day in which the actions will end

In addition to capturing, converting and transferring movies, quitting applications and deleting files can be automated.

Questions or comments? Let us know.