On 27/10/00 11:04 am, Peter Reid <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I'm trying to create objects in a vertical scrolling group using
> scripting. I'm attempting to reproduce behaviour somewhat like a
> browser, so that a series of constant sized images layout in a set of
> rows and columns (a bit like laying playing cards). Because there
> are a variable number of images, I need these to be created in a
> group with a vertical scroll bar, so the user can scroll down to
> those images off screen.
>
> What's working OK - I can create these images within a group and name
> them uniquely. Also, I seem to be able to generate the right
> sequence of topLeft coordinates for positioning of each image in a
> grid pattern.
>
> What's NOT working - even though the topLeft coordinates look
> sensible, the images are being located all over the place! Clearly,
> my topLeft coordinates are not correct in these circumstances, even
> though they look correct as if I were placing the images on a large
> static piece of paper.
>
> Can anyone explain how the coordinates work within a group that can scroll??
The coordinates are measured relative to the topLeft of the card, so if the
group has scrolled you need to allow the h and v scroll properties in your
calculation of location of the objects. The easiest thing to do is usually
to scroll the group to 0 before placing any objects.
Regards,
Kevin
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