Re: outlines vs. lists (was Re: Commit: Various Lists UI improvements.)

[Ruth A. Kramer]

Martin,

Based on the discussion I've heard, I think lists and outlines are two
separate features that have some similarities (maybe) -- outlining
(folding) is more a feature / function of an entire document.  Thus, as
you say, there is no need to collapse a list to copy and paste it (until
the outlining feature is implemented which might collapse a list as part
of other text under a heading).  

Hope this helps!
Raqndy Kramer

Martin Sevior wrote:
> 
> On Mon, 5 Feb 2001, Mike Nordell wrote:
> 
> > > collapsible outlining
> >
> > I just wanted to let you know that this stuff has as long as I can remember
> > been called "a Fold". Make a search on the net for "Folding Editor". This is
> > _exactly_ what we're discussing and want (I think). No?
> >
> 
> I don't see why we need to collapse a list to cut and paste it. The
> current abi can cut and paste lists without collasping the text. The only
> reason I can see for wanting such a feature is to reuse the list structure
> with totally different text. It's not clear how often one needs that
> feature. Never-the-less having a "cut special" to remove text and leave
> the the list structure in place could be done before 1.0 I think.
> 
> Martin