How to eliminate Batch scripts from compressing all files

[MichaelKirk]

I am using Paint Shop Pro X (just switched to XI)

I am having issues with saving documents using batch process and running a script (I'm pretty sure these are issues - correct me if I am wrong).

I will have a new unprocessed file - say file size is 2020k
I will run a simple script in PSPX and save file - file size 2133k now
I will batch process the file using the exact same script and now when the file is saved (overwrite) the file size is 523k. For the life of me I cannot figure out why?

Is the only way to save uncompressed files with a batch is to srite the save option into the script?



I am also having issues with Photo Album cropping

I can crop an image in PSPX - save and file size (original 2020k) will be 941k, do the EXACT same crop in Photo Album and saved file will be 760k.

Anyone have any ideas?
I assume I have been uploading my photographs on my website (for sales) with NOT best photograph quality available for prints.

I am asking, because I am no computer expert
Thanks

Michael

 

[ChrisHunt]

What format are you saving these images in?

If it's jpeg, the level of compression that you choose will have a big impact on file size. If your script doesn't explicitly set this compression level when saving, it will use its default level - giving a different file size.

-- Chris Hunt
Webmaster & Tragedian
Extra Connections Ltd