Unexplained modifications in VLC AppleScript code

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Unexplained modifications in VLC AppleScript code

Postby DJUNQUERA » 12 Aug 2022 15:40

Previously working VLC scripts have been rendered unusable by unexplained code modifications such as:

set _name to «class AANA»
set _time to (get «class AADU»)
set _timeViewed to (get «class AACT»)


Any explanation and any solution?

My thanks in advance.

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Re: Unexplained modifications in VLC AppleScript code

Postby scrutinizer1 » 14 Aug 2022 18:19

What you see is raw AppleEvents code. It happens when this code doesn't compile which, in turn, more often than not is the result of upgrading the system. You have to change the logic or look for another app with the scripting capability and better AppleScript support. On a side note, notice how every developer or contributor is silent whenever you ask an AppleScript question, even the one about the basic usage of the commands from the VLC dictionary. That speaks volumes.

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Re: Unexplained modifications in VLC AppleScript code

Postby fkuehne » 04 Sep 2022 21:55

Can you provide us with a sample script that exposes the problem? Which macOS version and VLC version is affected?

@scrutinzer1: the AppleScript support in VLC is considered as maintained, so I cannot really follow your claims.
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