Inline editing
Modify values directly in the Value column. Press Enter to save, OK to apply all changes, or Cancel to discard.
Editing Action Properties
The Action Properties Editor lets you configure how a specific custom action behaves by adjusting its parameters.
Editor Layout
Section titled “Editor Layout”The editor organizes properties into two columns:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Property Name | Some properties include sub-properties indicated by a + sign. Expand/collapse with the icons or keyboard. |
| Property Value | Depending on the type: text field, drop-down menu, or a native checkbox for boolean properties. Every text field also shows an Ellipsis (…) button that opens the expanded editor. |
Editing Values
Section titled “Editing Values”Expanded editor
Click the Ellipsis (…) button available on any text field, or press Ctrl+Enter while editing, to open the expanded editor. Ideal for complex strings (file paths, long text).
Inserting Dynamic Content
Section titled “Inserting Dynamic Content”In the expanded editor, insert dynamic content using the toolbar:
Variables
Insert system or project variables (e.g. %DESTPATH%, %PBLANGID%).
Resource Strings
Use localized text for multilingual support.
File References
Reference files that will be unpacked during installation.
Line Breaks
Use /$ to insert a carriage-return-line-feed (e.g. Line1/$Line2).
Related Pages
Section titled “Related Pages” Custom Action Manager Organize and reorder your actions.
Custom Actions Overview How actions and events work.
Action Catalog Full list of all available actions.