Text formatting by the direct selection of borders in an editing

Details Text formatting by the direct selection of borders in an editing Text formatting by the direct selection of borders in an editing

1995-04-12

1995-11-14

Herndon, Heather R.

395146, G06F 1721

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054674484

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for adjusting the format of a table. The table comprises a column with a first, second, third, and fourth edges. The method comprises selecting a first edge of the column, the first edge residing in a first position on a page. Then, the first edge is moved to a second position on a page. Text of the column is reflowed to fit within the first, second, third, and fourth edges. The means for selecting comprises a mouse, in a preferred embodiment, and a means for selecting comprises a selection button on the mouse.

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