@DropCap@<+@><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#516,7920><:f440, Times New Roman,0,0,0><-,>ropcaps Macro <:f280, Times New Roman,0,0,0>(shareware version)<:f>
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#3744,9360><+!><:f240, Arial,0,0,0>This macro is SHAREWARE. This means that you may distribute copies to anyone you want, and are encouraged to do so. However, the software is NOT free, and the author retains all copyright privileges. You are entitled to install th
e software on your computer for the purposes of trying it out. If, after a period of 1 calendar month, you decide to continue using the software, you must send the author 10 UK pounds (cash or cheque), in a form acceptable to UK banks. Sorry - no credit c
ards.<-!><:f><+!><:f240, Arial,0,0,0> You will then receive the registered version of the macro, which includes the 3 fonts missing from the shareware version.
<-!><:f><+!><:f240, Arial,0,0,0>Otherwise, if you decide not to pay, you are obliged to remove the software from your system, and destroy any copies you may have, such as the distribution disc and the copy on your hard disc.<-!>
<+!>Please note that this does NOT apply to the files which are Public Domain (*.TIF). Even if you decide not to keep the macro, you can keep these files.<-!>
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#2304,9360><+!><:f240, Arial,0,0,0> What advantage do you gain from paying? You're doing the right thing, and it helps to keep the shareware principle alive. You will get the full version, which gives 3 extra fonts, and will get a few other macros which you may find
useful, including an easily remembered way to insert a NON-BREAK SPACE (when installed as a SmartIcon), and a quick way to swap two characters (a common source of typing errors). Both these can be made into SmartIcons. If you supply your address or e-mai
l address (Internet only), you will be notified whenever upgrades are made available, and will be offered special prices on these.
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#1152,9360><+!><:f240, Arial,0,0,0>Shareware is a source of much very high quality software, at very cheap prices. You can get shareware equivalents of most commercial software, and it is usually cheaper and better. Also, there is a lot of shareware which is very us
eful, but has no commercial equivalent, such as PKZIP.<-!>
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#576,9360><+!><:f240, Arial,0,0,0> If I receive enough registrations, I will release more of my macros and other software. This includes:<-!><:f>
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<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#236,9360> Configuration changer for MS-DOS, 4DOS, and MS-Windows
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#236,9360> Mathematical functions on environment variables in MS-DOS
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#236,9360> Arabic typing capability for AmiPRO (graphics font,and typing
<:R1,3,1,576,1,4950,3,10656,><:#236,9360> from right to left)
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2070,3,10656,><:#236,9360> later, I will release an improved version which can use an Arabic TTF
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#236,9360> Menu system for MS-DOS and 4DOS
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#236,9360> Change to 43 or 50 rows of text in MS-DOS or 4DOS (EGA and VGA)
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,> File finder for MS-DOS and 4DOS<:p<* >>
<:I0,432,180,0><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#708,7950>For registrations, telling me where you are, and queries, please write to the author at this address. Languages I can understand are English, French, and Italian (but please keep technical queries to English!)
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#472,9360>Don't forget to put the country in if you are writing from coutries which should be independent, such as Wales and Scotland.
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@Heading@<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#332,7935>ile list, Copyright, and Installation
<:I0,432,180,0><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#472,7935>The following files are copyright 1993 David Cantrell. They are Shareware. For details of registration and distribution, see the later section:
<:I0,432,180,0><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#472,7935>It is advisable to install DROPCAPS.SMM as a SmartIcon. See your AmiPRO documentation for details of how to do this.
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<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> !INSTALL - Instructions for installation, as an ASCII file
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> !README.NOW - This documentation, as an ASCII file
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> DROPCAPS.BMP - For use when assigning the macro to a SmartIcon
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> DROPCAPS.DLG - Dialogue box used by DROPCAPS.SMM
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> DROPCAPS.DOC - Documentation to be read from DOS
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> DROPCAPS.SAM - Documentation to be read from AmiPRO
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> DROPCAPS.SMM - The macro
<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360> DROPCAPS.STY - A suitable style sheet
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<:R1,3,1,576,1,2520,3,10656,><:#236,9360>The following files are Public Domain, and the identity of the author(s) is unknown:
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#708,9360>DROPCAPS.SMM and DROPCAPS.STY should be put in the same directory as your other macros,SmartIcons, and style sheets. DROPCAPS.BMP goes with your other SmartIcon. The Garamond TrueType font family should be installed on your system via CONTROL PANEL.
@Heading@<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,>ompatibility and disclaimer
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,>The macro has been tested on a computer running MS-Windows</`>3.1 and AmiPRO</`>3.0, running in 386-Enhanced mode, on a 486DX based system, with a Cirrus graphics accelerator (1M video memory). The host operating system (on which Windows runs) was MS-DOS</`>
5.00a</`>and</`>4DOS</`>5.0. It worked when tested. However, Windows and AmiPRO are very complex pieces of software. Having tried the macro using various style sheets, I have found that it works correctly with some, and not with others, because of the st
range formatting applied to some text styles. The style sheet provided, DROPCAPS.STY, will work correctly with it, and contains all the styles you should need for most uses. If your configuration is not compatible with the macro, you may experience some d
ifficulty. Although the macro has been as rigourously defined as is possible, I can not be responsible for any faults. Although the macro is not meant to perform any disc writes, I have to put in this boring disclaimer: THE AUTHOR CAN NOT BE HELD RESPONS
IBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT OR DATA ARISING FROM THE USE OR MISUSE OF THE SOFTWARE.
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,>If you want to distribute the shareware version of the macro, please do. You are positively ENCOURAGED to spread it around. However, when it is distributed by commercial organisations such as (but not exclusively) shareware libraries, the maximum copy-cha
rge which may be levied is 7 UK pounds, or equivalent in local currency. It must be made clear that any charge made is for the disc and time taken to copy it, and not a payment for the software. It would be appreciated if any distributing organisations co
uld write to the author to tell him where they are based, where their customers come from, and how much they charge for copying.
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#708,9360>As with other shareware products, you are ABSOLUTELY FORBIDDEN from distributing this package in any modified form. This prohibition includes distributing it without documentation for Windows and DOS.
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@Heading@<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#332,7920>ow to Use it!
<:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#1180,7920>The macro can be run either from the Tools/Macros/Playback menu option (which is a bit of a drag). If you install it as a SmartIcon, life becomes much easier. For instructions on how to do this, look at your AmiPRO manual or read the Help file entry (its
under Smarticons ... Saving as a New Icon in the Help file). I suggest you use the DROPCAPS.BMP file for the icon. (It looks like a letter 'A' in a fancy font. (</`></`></`></`></`></`>).
<+C><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,>To run the macro, place the text cursor just before a letter, then click on the macro's icon or run it from the menu. You will be presented with a dialogue box like this (below left). Then, simply click one of the letters displayed in the dialogue box. T
he letter in the text will then be deleted, and replaced with the same letter, but in the font you chose. Please note that you will not be able to place DROPCAPS directly onto the border of your page. A quick way to work around this is to place the letter
onto the main part of the page, and then move it by dragging with the mouse. This is because AmiPRO does not like to directly import graphics onto the border. If you attempt to place a DROPCAP directly onto the border, you will get an error message.
<+C><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,>(The shareware version of the macro is fully functional, but only includes the BAUER typeface, which is in the bottom left of the dialogue box. If you choose any of the other typefaces, you will be told that the typeface is not available.)
<+C><:R1,3,1,576,1,1584,3,10656,><:#472,5780>The DROPCAPS letters are stored as graphics files, so are also available to any other program which can import .TIF files.
