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From: layne@nasturtium.cis.ohio-state.edu (eric b layne)
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Subject: Re: Acius 4th Dimension (4D) Creating Fields in Layouts
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In article 37671 of comp.sys.mac: Ed Fortmiller writes:

>When 4D creates a (input) layout for you what gets displayed
>for each field is:
>
>		|
>	Name	|_______________________
>
>which is really a rectangle 1 unit larger in both X&Y than the object
>generated by adding a field placed 1 unit down and to the left of the
>field object.
>
>If I want to add a new field to the layout how can I easily get that
>rectangle generated.  Is there some way to have 4D generate it?  If I
>do CMD-1 the rectangle generated is 2 units larger in both the X&Y which
>when display will show a rectangle instead of the sideways L shaped
>object.

Probably the best way to add a new field is to select a field all ready in
the layout (while using the pointer tool, drag a box around an existing
field and rectangle and text).  And click the dulpicate button (second to 
last row of icons on the left, I think).

Then double click on the field and select the new field name.  And chose
the A tool and click on the text and type the new field name.  This way
everything stays lined up.

>
>Also with 2.0 one can nudge the position with the arrow keys.  Is there
>anyway to change the size by using the keys.  Trying to change something
>by one unit using the mouse is a guessing game.

Not that I know of, anyone?

>Using V2.0.5.

Is there going to be a V2.0.5.?

-Eric Layne