Matt Morgan wrote:
I'm trying to replace some .dot-based forms with .stw equivalents. In
some of these forms, we use Word "placeholder" fields with text that
instructs users what should go into each field.
For example, the field may show up in the new doc like
<click to insert name and title>
and the area of the field is highlighted in gray.
I figured out how to do a placeholder field in OOo (v 1.1.2, by the
way), but it only says "placeholder" on the screen. I can't figure out
how to add this instructional text. What's the right way to do this?
I don't have the files here to revert to OOo1.1.2, but using 1.1.4 it is easy
(if I understand what you're asking).
1. Open the template or the document you will save as a template.
2. Position the cursor where the field is to be placed.
3. Menu Insert|Fields|Other
4. Select the Functions Tab and Input Field type
5. Click on Insert which opens a box labelled Input Field
6. In the bottom window, enter your prompt. I usually enclose it in <arrow
brackets> so it stands out on the page.
7. Click OK then Close
8. Save as template
I like the fact that OOo prompts for completing the Input Fields when the
template is opened. Of course, you can always select the fields individually.
Thanks,
Matt
hth,
Doug
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