On Wed, 26 Jan 2005 12:05:03 -0700, Doug Thompson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Matt Morgan wrote: > > I'm trying to replace some .dot-based forms with .stw equivalents. In > > some of these forms, we use Word "placeholder" fields with text that > > instructs users what should go into each field. > > > > For example, the field may show up in the new doc like > > > > <click to insert name and title> > > > > and the area of the field is highlighted in gray. > > > > I figured out how to do a placeholder field in OOo (v 1.1.2, by the > > way), but it only says "placeholder" on the screen. I can't figure out > > how to add this instructional text. What's the right way to do this? > > > I don't have the files here to revert to OOo1.1.2, but using 1.1.4 it is easy > (if I understand what you're asking). > > 1. Open the template or the document you will save as a template. > 2. Position the cursor where the field is to be placed. > 3. Menu Insert|Fields|Other > 4. Select the Functions Tab and Input Field type > 5. Click on Insert which opens a box labelled Input Field > 6. In the bottom window, enter your prompt. I usually enclose it in <arrow > brackets> so it stands out on the page. > 7. Click OK then Close > 8. Save as template > > I like the fact that OOo prompts for completing the Input Fields when the > template is > opened. Of course, you can always select the fields individually.
I see. That's definitely cool, but not exactly what I want. I think in this case it will be a negative to get those dialogs popping up. But I'll use input fields somewhere else, for sure. Thanks. --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
