More ways to convert rich text to plain text on the clipboard<article>
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Recently, I explained
how to use special paste options in several programs to remove rich-text formatting when you just want to paste the actual letters and symbols you’ve copied from one place to another, rather than preserve the font choice, type size, and other parameters. Readers had a load of suggestions for more ways to make this simple.</p><h2>Create an AppleScript and assign a keystroke</h2>
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Sage Humphries wrote in with this AppleScript that converts text after being copied to the clipboard into plain text. If you’re not using a program to trigger AppleScripts, here’s the easiest way to get started: install
FastScripts from Red Sweater Software, which allows free use for up to 10 script keystrokes. It’s $10 to unlock unlimited keyboard shortcuts.</p><p class="jumpTag"><a href="/article/3115784/macs/more-ways-to-convert-rich-text-to-plain-text-on-the-clipboard.html#jump">To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here[/url]</p></section></article>
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More ways to convert rich text to plain text on the clipboard
