File extension .ACTION
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Mac OS X Automator Action Format | Apple | Executable Files |
The ACTION .ACTION file extension is used by Automator Action. It is a macOS application used to automate specific actions, such as dragging and dropping files, connecting applications and so on. An ACTION file stores "actions" that have been created in Automator. These files are basically executable files that contain automated tasks consisting of several actions. The file can be used to perform multiple tasks with a single click. It is often seen as a time saving device.
ACTION files are stored in the Automator Actions folder when installed. In most cases they are stored in ~/Library/Automator or /Library/Automator, where ~ represents the current user’s home directory. Automator does not require any special action to add the ACTION extension. It will be enabled automatically. The ACTION file can be opened and edited using Apple's Automator application and Xcode. Since it is an XML-based format, some text editor like Notepad++ might also suffice.
Simillar Extensions
Other similar filename extensions include: ACTIONSET, AUTOMATOR, .WFLOW, IACTSET, IAUTOMATOR, and IWORKFLOW
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .ACTION) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .ACTION extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .ACTION file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .ACTION extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .ACTION extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .ACTION file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .ACTION file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .ACTION file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .ACTION file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .ACTION file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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