RE: MIF question
Doug, A MIF file is an alternative form of a FrameMaker file, functioning like an INI file for a FrameMaker document. It is an ASCII text file which contains values describing every element of a FrameMaker FM file, such as text, formatting values of paragraphs/characters/tables, reference pointers and links, and more. You can open it in a Text editor such as Notepad. It is useful for troubleshooting, or transferring an FM file for use in other applications. Many times, I converted files to MIF in order to change link paths on a Find/Replace basis. Sometimes, converting a weirdly behaving FM file to MIF and then back again helps clean the file (repeat - sometimes). HTH, David David Schor Technical Communication Manager Emblaze-VCON Ltd. Tel: (+972) 9 7627820 Mobile: 054 4788253 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.emblaze-vcon.com To err is human; to admit it, superhuman. Doug Larson -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of McKinney, Doug Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2006 4:56 PM To: 'framers@lists.frameusers.com' Subject: MIF question Hello fellow FrameUsers I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. Thanks for past help. Doug Mckinney Technical Writer Datron World Communications Inc. [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/davids%40emblaze-vco n.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info. ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
AW: MIF question
Hi, A FrameMaker binary file saved as MIF will represent the exact same info as the binary fm format in an ASCII format. This ASCII foramt is even understandable for humans. You can create MIF files from scratch with a text editor or a database application. MIF files do not need to be full FrameMaker files. They can also contain just variable definitions or cross-reference definitions. These small MIF files are usually called MIF snippets. You can import them (Copy into Document) to switch formats for another language. When you only want to view MIF files I recommend the free MIF viewer MIFBrowse: http://www.wideman-one.com/gw/tech/framemaker/mifbrowse.htm Most other tools can only import MIF files but not fm files. Best regards Winfried -Ursprüngliche Nachricht- Von: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Auftrag von John Posada Gesendet: Dienstag, 30. Mai 2006 17:03 An: McKinney, Doug; 'framers@lists.frameusers.com' Betreff: Re: MIF question MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary FM file. Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see what it looks like. I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. John Posada Senior Technical Writer So long and thanks for all the fish. ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
MIF question
Doug, A MIF file is an alternative form of a FrameMaker file, functioning like an INI file for a FrameMaker document. It is an ASCII text file which contains values describing every element of a FrameMaker FM file, such as text, formatting values of paragraphs/characters/tables, reference pointers and links, and more. You can open it in a Text editor such as Notepad. It is useful for troubleshooting, or transferring an FM file for use in other applications. Many times, I converted files to MIF in order to change link paths on a Find/Replace basis. Sometimes, converting a weirdly behaving FM file to MIF and then back again helps clean the file (repeat - sometimes). HTH, David David Schor Technical Communication Manager Emblaze-VCON Ltd. Tel: (+972) 9 7627820 Mobile: 054 4788253 davids at emblaze-vcon.com www.emblaze-vcon.com "To err is human; to admit it, superhuman." Doug Larson -Original Message- From: framers-bounces+davids=emblaze-vcon@lists.frameusers.com [mailto:framers-bounces+davids=emblaze-vcon.com at lists.frameusers.com] On Behalf Of McKinney, Doug Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2006 4:56 PM To: 'framers at lists.frameusers.com' Subject: MIF question Hello fellow FrameUsers I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. Thanks for past help. Doug Mckinney Technical Writer Datron World Communications Inc. www.dmckinney at dtwc.com ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as davids at emblaze-vcon.com. Send list messages to framers at lists.frameusers.com. To unsubscribe send a blank email to framers-unsubscribe at lists.frameusers.com or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/davids%40emblaze-vco n.com Send administrative questions to lisa at frameusers.com. Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
AW: MIF question
Hi,
A FrameMaker binary file saved as MIF will represent the
exact same info as the binary fm format in an ASCII format.
This ASCII foramt is even understandable for humans. You
can create MIF files from scratch with a text editor or a
database application.
MIF files do not need to be full FrameMaker files. They
can also contain just variable definitions or cross-reference
definitions. These small MIF files are usually called MIF
snippets. You can import them ("Copy into Document") to
switch formats for another language.
When you only want to view MIF files I recommend the
free MIF viewer MIFBrowse:
http://www.wideman-one.com/gw/tech/framemaker/mifbrowse.htm
Most other tools can only import MIF files but not fm files.
Best regards
Winfried
> -Urspr?ngliche Nachricht-
> Von: framers-bounces+wreng=tycoint.com at lists.frameusers.com
> [mailto:framers-bounces+wreng=tycoint.com at lists.frameusers.com]Im
> Auftrag von John Posada
> Gesendet: Dienstag, 30. Mai 2006 17:03
> An: McKinney, Doug; 'framers at lists.frameusers.com'
> Betreff: Re: MIF question
>
>
> MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary
> FM file.
>
> Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such
> as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see
> what it looks like.
>
> > I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have
> > followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen
> > references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their
> > purpose or use. If someone would care to
> > enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very
> > useful tool or resource.
>
> John Posada
> Senior Technical Writer
>
> "So long and thanks for all the fish."
Re: MIF question
MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary FM file. Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see what it looks like. I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. John Posada Senior Technical Writer So long and thanks for all the fish. ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
RE: MIF question
But you can save all files in the book in .fm format in one operation, too. Simply hold down the Shift key when you pull down the File menu from the book window, and you'll find that the one-file operations are now indicated as applying to all files in book. Open them all, save them all, or close them all with a single command. My opinions only; I don't speak for Intel. Fred Ridder Intel Parsippany, NJ From: Morgan Morrissette [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: John Posada [EMAIL PROTECTED], McKinney, Doug [EMAIL PROTECTED],framers@lists.frameusers.com Subject: RE: MIF question Date: Tue, 30 May 2006 10:25:13 -0500 I've found that with a book, I can use MIF Save and save the entire book rather than having to save one chapter at a time. For me it has been a time (and grey hair) saver -Original Message- From: John Posada [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: May 30, 2006 10:03 AM To: McKinney, Doug; 'framers@lists.frameusers.com' Subject: Re: MIF question Importance: High MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary FM file. Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see what it looks like. I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. John Posada Senior Technical Writer _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as [EMAIL PROTECTED] Send list messages to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/archive%40mail-archive.com Send administrative questions to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
MIF question
Hello fellow FrameUsers I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. Thanks for past help. Doug Mckinney Technical Writer Datron World Communications Inc. www.dmckinney at dtwc.com
MIF question
Check out the MIF Reference Manual included with your FrameMaker installation. It can be found in the Online Manuals folder in \Program Files\Adobe\FrameMaker7.0\OnlineManuals. -Original Message- From: framers-bounces+david.spreadbury=tellabs@lists.frameusers.com [mailto:framers-bounces+david.spreadbury=tellabs.com at lists.frameusers.co m] On Behalf Of McKinney, Doug Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2006 9:56 AM To: 'framers at lists.frameusers.com' Subject: MIF question Hello fellow FrameUsers I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their purpose or use. If someone would care to enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very useful tool or resource. Thanks for past help. Doug Mckinney Technical Writer Datron World Communications Inc. www.dmckinney at dtwc.com The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any reproduction, dissemination or distribution of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by replying to the message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. Tellabs
MIF question
MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary FM file. Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see what it looks like. > I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have > followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen > references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their > purpose or use. If someone would care to > enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very > useful tool or resource. John Posada Senior Technical Writer "So long and thanks for all the fish."
MIF question
I've found that with a book, I can use MIF Save and save the entire book rather than having to save one chapter at a time. For me it has been a time (and grey hair) saver -Original Message- From: John Posada [mailto:jposad...@yahoo.com] Sent: May 30, 2006 10:03 AM To: McKinney, Doug; 'framers at lists.frameusers.com' Subject: Re: MIF question Importance: High MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary FM file. Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see what it looks like. > I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have > followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen > references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their > purpose or use. If someone would care to > enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very > useful tool or resource. John Posada Senior Technical Writer "So long and thanks for all the fish." ___ You are currently subscribed to Framers as mmorrissette at nxtphase.com. Send list messages to framers at lists.frameusers.com. To unsubscribe send a blank email to framers-unsubscribe at lists.frameusers.com or visit http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/mmorrissette%40nxtphase.com Send administrative questions to lisa at frameusers.com. Visit http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info.
MIF question
Some people use MIF to make changes to documents using a plain text editor or a scripting language. Chris On 5/30/06, Morgan Morrissette wrote: > > I've found that with a book, I can use MIF Save and save the entire book > rather than having to save one chapter at a time. For me it has been a time > (and grey hair) saver > > -Original Message- > From: John Posada [mailto:jposada01 at yahoo.com] > Sent: May 30, 2006 10:03 AM > To: McKinney, Doug; 'framers at lists.frameusers.com' > Subject: Re: MIF question > Importance: High > > > MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary > FM file. > > Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such > as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see > what it looks like. > > > I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have > > followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen > > references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their > > purpose or use. If someone would care to > > enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very > > useful tool or resource. > > John Posada > Senior Technical Writer > > "So long and thanks for all the fish." > ___ > > > You are currently subscribed to Framers as mmorrissette at nxtphase.com. > > Send list messages to framers at lists.frameusers.com. > > To unsubscribe send a blank email to > framers-unsubscribe at lists.frameusers.com > or visit > http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/mmorrissette%40nxtphase.com > > Send administrative questions to lisa at frameusers.com. Visit > http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info. > ___ > > > You are currently subscribed to Framers as cej at intech.com. > > Send list messages to framers at lists.frameusers.com. > > To unsubscribe send a blank email to > framers-unsubscribe at lists.frameusers.com > or visit > http://lists.frameusers.com/mailman/options/framers/cej%40intech.com > > Send administrative questions to lisa at frameusers.com. Visit > http://www.frameusers.com/ for more resources and info. >
MIF question
But you can save all files in the book in .fm format in one operation, too. Simply hold down the Shift key when you pull down the File menu from the book window, and you'll find that the one-file operations are now indicated as applying to "all files in book". Open them all, save them all, or close them all with a single command. My opinions only; I don't speak for Intel. Fred Ridder Intel Parsippany, NJ >From: "Morgan Morrissette" >To: "John Posada" , "McKinney, Doug" >, >Subject: RE: MIF question >Date: Tue, 30 May 2006 10:25:13 -0500 > >I've found that with a book, I can use MIF Save and save the entire book >rather than having to save one chapter at a time. For me it has been a >time (and grey hair) saver > >-Original Message- >From: John Posada [mailto:jposada01 at yahoo.com] >Sent: May 30, 2006 10:03 AM >To: McKinney, Doug; 'framers at lists.frameusers.com' >Subject: Re: MIF question >Importance: High > > >MIF is to FM as RTF is to DOC. It is a plain text version of a binary >FM file. > >Take an FM document and save as MIF, then open in a text editor such >as Wordpad, Crimson, Text, or something other than FM. You'll see >what it looks like. > > > I've been a technical writer for about seven years and have > > followed this list off and on during that time. I've seen > > references to MIF files but I have no understanding as to their > > purpose or use. If someone would care to > > enlighten me, who knows, maybe I've been missing out on a very > > useful tool or resource. > >John Posada >Senior Technical Writer _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
