Using Automatic 2.1
The 2.1 update includes many new features and improvements; here are some tips to get the most out of them:
Appending show data
In 2.1, it's possible to append show data to any custom subscription. This will allow you to see related information to the show in the Subscriptions pane, such as the banner, air status and episode information. To append a show to an existing subscription:
- Edit the custom subscription you want to append show data to.
- Make sure the description accurately represents the TV show you'd like to append.
- Click the search button in the right part of the Description field.
- Select the show name from the search results to see details, and confirm that it is the correct show. If there is only one result, the details will be shown automatically.
- If the selected show is the correct one, click Save to store the selection. Otherwise click Back to select a different show.
- After saving the selection, the search button changes to a TV.
- If you'd like to clear the appended show, option-click the TV button; it will revert to a search button.
Customizing TV Show subscriptions
If you've set up a TV Show subscription but would like to tweak it beyond what is allowed in the show listing, you can convert the subscription to a Custom one. All the subscription data will remain intact, and you will be able to edit it in the rule editor, adding feeds or changing the download location as you see fit. To convert a TV Show subscription:
- In the Subscriptions pane, select the subscription.
- Open the action menu (gear icon), with option (alt) pressed; the Edit option changes to Edit (Advanced). Select it.
- The familiar edit sheet will appear, allowing you to make any changes you'd like.
- Once you're done, click Update. Note: after saving the changes, the subscription will be permanently listed under the Custom header.