By Salvatore Scandurra - last update: 23/11/2004
This application executes shell scripts and AppleScripts sent to a Mac from Bluetooth-enabled mobiles or handhelds. It's freeware and works on Mac OS X 10.3 to 10.5. Snow Leopard (10.6) is not supported.
Is my device compatible with Bluecommand?
Any device able to send files via Bluetooth is just ok. Obviously, you also need a Mac with built-in Bluetooth feature, or a Bluetooth USB adapter.
How do I setup my system?
Open System Preferences > Bluetooth. Be sure Bluetooth is turned on.
If the options "Discoverable" and "Accept files without warning" are both turned on, then you are ready to go.
If you prefer to keep the "Discoverable" feature off, you have to pair your device with your Mac. Select "Devices" and follow the instructions to set up a new device.
In any case, to use Bluecommand you need to be able to send files from your Bluetooth device to the Mac.
I suggest to select "Accept files without warning", to take the full advantage of Bluecommand.
Select a folder where to save incoming files. Please create a new folder for this specific usage.
How does it work?
Bluecommand will watch the folder where accepted files are saved, looking for any incoming text file or vNote. If the file's content begins with the string 'cmd=', it will be executed as a shell command. If the header is 'app=', it will be processed as AppleScript. In both cases, the file will then be deleted.
How do I write my scripts? How do I execute them?
Look at the sample scripts. Store them on your device, or compose and edit them on it. Open Bluecommand, and as you send scripts to the Mac, they will be executed. To know how to send files from your specific device, read its own documentation.
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Next track on iTunes: app=tell application "iTunes" to next track
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Using the speech feature: cmd=say hello
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Opening files: cmd=open ~/Desktop/Picture.jpg
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Activating applications:app=tell application "Mail" to activate
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Control DVD Player: app=tell application "DVD Player" to pause dvd
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Displaying dialogs: app=tell application "Finder" to display dialog "Yeah!"
Post me your ideas on how to use it!
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