How do I batch replace 100 different linked images in my AI file and export 100 different named PDFs?
Hi all!
This is driving me crazy...
So I have my A4 AI document with a QR code at the bottom (don't ask why I'm using QR codes, client work) and need to replace it and export the A4 poster as a PDF. I need to do this 100 times with 100 different QR codes and save 100 PDFs.
To summarise I need to,
Open A4 document (that has artwork already).
Drop in QR code A near the bottom.
Export as PDF A.
Repeat..
Open main document.
Drop in QR code B.
Export as PDF B.
And so on x100....
I have a experience with actions in Photoshop but not batch actions or scripts, and obviously need to run it in Illustrator...
Can anyone help?
Thank you!
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