AutoCount Module: Scripting Module User Guide
Understanding AutoCount Scripting Module
The AutoCount Scripting Module is an advanced customization tool that allows users to tailor and enhance the behavior of the AutoCount Accounting application to suit specific business requirements. With this module, you can write and manage custom scripts that modify screens, automate processes, and extend standard functionality across your AutoCount workspace.
What Is The AutoCount Scripting Module?
This module enables users to create, maintain, and apply custom scripts within AutoCount Accounting and its Management Studio environment. It gives businesses the flexibility to implement on‑screen customizations, personalized workflows, and additional automation that goes beyond built‑in features.
Why This Matters?
In many business environments, standard accounting software behavior may not fully match the way a company operates. The AutoCount Scripting Module helps:
Automate repetitive tasks without manual effort
Customize forms, fields, or reports to fit business logic
Apply advanced business rules and workflows
Reuse scripts between account books for consistent behavior
This customization capability makes the software more efficient, adaptable, and aligned with unique business processes.
Key Features & Capabilities
Login to Management Studio
Access AutoCount Accounting Management Studio to edit and manage scripts.
Add / Maintain Scripting
Write or modify scripts for specific entities (e.g., Sales Order, Invoice). Scripts can be written in languages like C# or VB.
Export and Import Scripts
Move scripts and UDFs between account books to reuse customizations. Makes it easier to apply the same enhancements across multiple company books.
Custom Report Printing
Modify report behavior (e.g., print both Invoice and Delivery Order in sequence). Helps extend reporting beyond default templates.
Setting Up and Using Scripting
Enable the Scripting Module
- Go to Tools > Program Control > Module Setting.
- Tick Scripting to enable the module.
- Click OK.
This activates scripting functionality in AutoCount.
Login to Management Studio
- Go to Start > All Programs > AutoCount Accounting 2.0.
- Open AutoCount Accounting Management Studio 2.0.
Use this interface to edit and manage scripts.
Add / Maintain Scripting
- In Management Studio, go to Tools > Scripting.
- Highlight the entity you want to script (e.g., Sales Order, Invoice).
- Click Edit Script.
- Choose your Script Language (default is C#).
- Write or paste your script into the blank editing area.
- Check your script for syntax or logic errors and fix if any.
- Click Save when done.
- Close the scripting screen.
Scripts can modify system behavior or add automated logic.
How to Export Script
- Open AutoCount Accounting Management Studio (source account book).
- Go to Tools > Export User Defined Field and Scripting.
- Select the UDFs and scripts you wish to export.
- Run the export.
This allows you to reuse scripts in another account book.
Custom Print Example – Print Invoice Twice
- Login into AutoCount Management Studio.
- Go to Tools > Scripting.
- Select Application > Report Tool.
- Insert the sample script provided (paste in editor).
- Click Save.
- In AutoCount Accounting:
- Go to Sales > Invoice.
- Click Print and OK.
- Save or print the PDF (Invoice).
- Print or save the Delivery Order.
This script prints/exports both documents consecutively.
Benefits of Using AutoCount Scripting Module
Enhanced Customization
Personalize how the software behaves to match your business processes.
Improved Efficiency
Automate repetitive or complex tasks that are not covered by default features.
Reusable Logic
Export and reuse scripts between different account books for consistent behavior.
Extend Reporting & Output
Tailor reports or printing sequences that are not possible via standard settings.
Conclusion
The AutoCount Scripting Module provides advanced users and developers with the ability to tailor and extend AutoCount Accounting far beyond its default configuration. Whether you’re automating tasks, customizing screens, or modifying report behavior, scripting makes the system more powerful and aligned to your business needs — saving time and reducing manual work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I activate the Scripting Module?
Go to Tools > Program Control > Module Setting and tick Scripting to enable the module.
What language do scripts use?
Scripting supports languages like C# and VB, with C# often the default within the editor.
How can I reuse scripts in another account book?
Export the script and UDF using Tools > Export User Defined Field and Scripting and import it into another book.
Can scripting modify report printing behavior?
Yes — you can script reports to print or save multiple documents consecutively (e.g., both invoice and delivery orders).
Do I need scripting for everyday AutoCount use?
No — scripting is optional and intended for businesses with advanced or custom needs.
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