Recording and editing a macro (Should know)

Macros are commands that represent a series of commands or key strokes and can take the drudgery out of repetitive tasks. Macro recording can be used to automate tasks that don't warrant full blown script programming. This recipe will cover the steps required to record, edit, and run a macro.

Getting ready

Locate the Macro toolbar or Macro menu item.

Getting ready

How to do it...

  1. Press the red record button shown in the following screenshot:
    How to do it...
  2. The macro recording dialog box will pop up. Give your macro a name and save it: ...

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