The MacNail construction accounting software uses several
lengthy macros to move information between different accounting worksheets. A few of these operations can take a
while--approximate times are listed
for each menu command in this section.
NOTE-- Goldenseal construction
accounting software replaced MacNail in 2000. It's an integrated
program that includes general accounting, job
costing, payroll and project billing, plus estimating
and other features. Goldenseal does not require
Excel, and does not require outside macros to
run.
When running lengthy macros:macros, lengthy
1. If you use a screen saver, make sure that you have disabled it, so it won't come on in the middle of things.
2. If you use Smart Alarms, make sure that you don't have any messages that will come up while the macro is running.
3. If using MultiFinder, it is best not to switch to another program while the macro is running.
Unpredictable results can sometimes occur.
A few hints when using lengthy macros:
1. Save all worksheets before beginning the macro.
2. Close all unnecessary documents before starting the macro. If memory gets tight, operations may
slow down drastically.
3. Run lengthy macros when you don't need to use the computer for a while. We have planned them so you can enter
data and look at reports and files very quickly. Only a few 'posting' processes take time.
4. Consider one of the faster Macs! All computer operations, not just MacNail, will be speeded up enormously.
The faster Macs are about four times as fast as the Mac Plus and the Mac SE.
To interrupt a macro:
1. hold down the command (cloverleaf) key and type a period several times. A box will appear. Choose
Halt (see page 228).
2. For best results, close all files and do not save changes.
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