AW_RULRS.LZH
August 27, 1993

This archive contains the files:

        RULER_3.STW     and     RULER_9.STW

These are two transparent rulers for use in AtariWorks as aids in
page layout. RULER_3.STW was designed for use on the hi-res screen
with monochrome monitor. RULER_9.STW assumes the use of 1" upper and
lower page margins and permits placement of text and graphics without
guesswork as to vertical positioning.

Accurate vertical positioning of text may be accomplished by typing
the text in the approximate position you want then positioning the
cursor on the line ABOVE the text. Type a single character then
select Fonts under the Options menu and set the point size larger to
move the text down or smaller to move the text up. Remember that
point size includes spacing between lines, i.e. 12pt type is 1/6"
high PLUS 3pt spacing (more properly known as "leading"). For 1/4"
spacing try 9pt type with a spacing of -3. Don't forget to delete the
"sizing" character afterwards.

Try to do your editing in a "top to bottom" sequence since changing
point size expands or contracts your page vertically with reference
to the top of the page.

I recommend that you keep a backup copy of these rulers in case you
ever inadvertently grab one by a sizing handle and distort it.

Use and enjoy.

The usual comments, suggestions, flames, brickbats or kudos to:

M.Hebert1 on Genie
70640,3556 on Compuserve

