Script-fu

I'm writing a script that works on an open image. So I'm starting with a layer that I don't have an id for. I want to change the name of that layer so I have a set variable that I can work with through out the script. Also, if I ever merge visible, I would like to be able to name that new layer.

I sorry if this is so simple. I truly have looked around forums and read other peoples scripts but I can't work it out. Ideally, I would like to be able to combine "(gimp-image-get-active-layer image)" and "(gimp-item-set-name item name)" in some fashion to change the layer name. That way I know I can change the layer name at any time.

I know this is probably not the proper way. I'd guess I could get a little greedy here and ask for both solutions. i.e. working out how to use get-active/set-name and maybe if someone is willing to explain the proper way of changing the layer name of a newly opened image.

I do appreciate any help.

Thanks.

I've included the code (children's book : )) so you can better understand my inquiry.

don't forget to close the (let* statement where you closed your define statement

Normally, if the script is properly registered, the "drawable" parameter is the active layer when the script is called...

To ofnuts,



Thank you for your post. I'll recall your info when I'm writing scripts.

I guess why I needed to name the image layer is because some procedures ask for an "item" name. I read some posts/scripts and I saw people were using complicated measures to obtain the layer id, but I'm just a white belt in the Script-Fu, I need sometime practice before I can apply the more intricate scripting.

Thanks again.

To Graechan,

Thank you so much!



Worked perfectly. Also, taught me I can be a bit more creative in the let* definitions.

Thank you!!

P.S.

Noticed your post tally was a little ironic to me considering my user name.



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