Is there possible to automate packaging process in Indesign CS3?

Question

Question nr.1 - Every time I complete a job in indesign, I need to package it. I do it manually, but is there a way to do it automatic?

Question nr.2 - Is there a possibility to create .inx file from CC indesign? Now I make .idml from CC version, then open it on CS4 and only then convert to CS3.

Answer 1

I would do this three ways:

1. Assign a Keyboard Shortcut! to make it quicker accessing the Package button.
2. Adobe InDesign has built in scripting functions that give you underlying access to key functions. You can script with Javascript cross platform or AppleScript for Mac. Here are two links for that endeavor:
   • Adobe Knowledgebase Article
   • CS3 Scripting
3. Create simple macros using AutoHotKey, AutoIt, or Atomac