Variables part 6 - the final installment

Once you've defined the variables and the data sets, you'll want to test drive your image. Choose Image>Apply Data Set and select a data set with the Preview box checked. Click Apply and watch the change in the layer content. With a successful test, you're ready to go.

• Choose File>Export>Data Sets as Files
  
• Enter a base name for all files that will be generated. It's best to use your standard file naming scheme to avoid confusion.
• Click on the Choose button to select a destination directory for your new files.
• Choose the data sets to export.
• Click OK.

A little practice and you'll be using this technique all of the time. It takes a little set-up. But, if you are handling a lot of images like this, you'll save yourself a ton of time.

Enjoy.