Introduction #

Welcome to the ActionNodes documentation! ActionNodes is a Photoshop plugin that allows users to (as its name says) create actions using nodes. This powerful plugin gives you the flexibility to combine basic Photoshop operations, mathematics, file operations, text manipulation, and many more, to create custom sequences of operations tailored to your specific needs.

With the ability to use cyclic and conditional nodes, you can create complex action sequences that adapt to different situations, making your workflow more efficient than ever before. Additionally, the plugin offers the possibility to create custom variables, giving you even more control over your actions.

In this documentation, we’ll explore the plugin interface, various nodes available, and how to use them effectively, along with tips and tricks to streamline your workflow and get the most out of the plugin. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced Photoshop user, this plugin will help you take your editing skills to the next level.

Installation #

Before you can start using our Photoshop plugin, you need to install it on your computer. First of all, navigate to the Download section of the site and download the setup program suitable for your operating system.

On Windows #

Once the download is complete, double-click the installer file to launch the installation wizard.

At the first step of the installation wizard, you will see a Welcome Page.

After clicking on the Next button, if this is a fresh installation, you will see the following window in which you can select the folder where the plugin will be installed. It is recommended not to change the installation path and leave everything unchanged.

If you update the plugin, this page will look like the screenshot below.

In any case, after clicking on the Next button, you will be taken to the Ready to Install page shown below.

If you update the plugin, the next step will be uninstalling the previous version. After uninstalling, click the Commit button to continue installing the plugin.

The plugin installation page looks like the screenshot below.

After successful installation, you will be taken to the installation completion page. Here you can see the instructions for launching the plugin, and if you check the Run Photoshop and open ActionNodes checkbox, you can open the ActionNodes plugin window after closing the installer.

On macOS #

The macOS version is currently in the planning stage. This section will be updated as soon as this version is released.

System requirements #

To use this plugin, you need:

• Adobe Photoshop (64-bit) on Windows 10 or higher.
• An internet connection for activating the plugin.
• At least 1 GB of RAM and 150 MB of free disk space.

Launching the Plugin #

To launch the plugin, follow these steps:

• Open Photoshop. You can launch the plugin with or without a document open.
• Go to File -> Automate and choose ActionNodes from the menu. This will open the plugin window.
• You can now create and edit your custom actions using nodes. See the next section for more details on how to use the plugin.

You can also use the “Open ActionNodes” command in the Windows Start menu to launch the plugin.

To get started with using it, we recommend exploring the available nodes and creating some basic action sequences to get a feel for how the plugin works. If you encounter any issues during the installation or setup process, please contact our support team for assistance.