βš™οΈ Batch Maze Creation with Time Saver – Custom Rows, Presets, and Layouts

Generate multiple types of pipe mazes in one session using presets and advanced control


πŸ“¦ Required Modules


πŸ› οΈ Preparation

Before you begin:

  • Use Puzzle Maker Pro v2025.10 or later
  • Open the Pipe Mazes module
  • Make sure the Time Saver tab is visible (only included with the Creators Bundle)

βœ… Important: First, create and save a few custom presets in the Pipe Mazes module. These will be used in the Time Saver grid.


🧩 Step-by-Step: Use Time Saver to Batch Create Multiple Maze Types

1. Create and Save Your Presets (REQUIRED FIRST STEP)

  • Configure your desired pipe maze settings: grid size, curve, fake paths, path width, etc.
  • Go to the Tools menu or preset dropdown
  • Click Save Preset
  • Name your preset descriptively (e.g., Curved Easy 10x10, Boxy Medium 20x20)

These presets will now appear in the Time Saver interface.


2. Open the Time Saver Tab

  • In the Pipe Mazes interface, switch to the Time Saver tab
  • You’ll see an empty instruction table where each row controls a batch of puzzles

3. Add Instructions Using Rows

Click Add Row to begin. Each row becomes a batch instruction:

You can either:

  • Use the current default settings from the main interface
    OR
  • Load settings from one of your saved presets (recommended)

Each row includes the following editable fields:

FieldPurpose
PresetLoad grid size, path width, curve, meander, fake paths, etc.
QuantityNumber of puzzles to generate in that batch
Rows / ColumnsOverride the grid size
Random Start / FinishToggle for automatic maze entry/exit points
Meander LevelControls how winding the path is
Fake PathsAdds visual complexity
Path WidthSets the pipe thickness
Curved PathCheck to enable curved style (uncheck = straight)

You can edit any field directly. Fields not edited will inherit the values from the selected preset.


4. Organize the Instruction Table

Use the available row controls:

  • πŸ—‘ Delete Row: Remove selected batch
  • πŸ” Clear All: Reset the table
  • ⬆⬇ Move Up / Down: Reorder rows to control generation sequence

πŸ’‘ Tip: Organize your instructions so similar layouts export together β€” useful when combining into a book.


5. Set Output Format

  • Switch to Output Settings tab
  • Choose your export format: PDF (book), PNG, JPG, or SVG
  • Optional: Use Instant Puzzle Books to define trim size, margins, and layout

6. Click β€œCreate (TS)”

Once your instruction table is filled:

  • Click Create (TS) to run the full batch
  • Puzzle Maker Pro will:
    • Apply each row’s settings
    • Generate the specified number of puzzles per row
    • Apply any Instant Puzzle Book settings (if enabled)

πŸ“‚ Output will be saved automatically in your chosen folder, sorted by your layout preferences.


πŸŽ‰ Outcome

You’ve just used Time Saver to:

  • Run multiple batch instructions in one click
  • Mix and match styles, grid sizes, path types, and difficulty levels
  • Output all puzzles β€” optionally formatted into a full puzzle book

Ideal for:

  • Publishing diverse KDP puzzle books
  • Creating PLR bundles with multiple difficulty levels
  • Batch-producing client deliverables for Fiverr or agencies

πŸ”— Further Reading


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