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FLODRAW 1.1 USER GUIDE
The purpose of this User Guide is to help you get started using
FLODRAW. Use this User Guide instead of the FLODRAW Reference Manual
while you're still learning how to use FLODRAW. If you're already familiar
with FLODRAW, just review the section "New Features in FLODRAW 1.1."
I suggest you print this six page guide so you have a manual to
refer to while you're learning FLODRAW. You can print it using your own
word processor or you can use the DOS TYPE command. Use the following
procedure to print README.1 with the DOS TYPE command.
1. Put this disk in drive A.
2. Type TYPE README.1, but don't press the carriage return yet.
3. Press Ctrl Prtsc.
4. Press the carriage return.
5. At the end of printing, press Ctrl Prtsc.
--------------------- User Guide - Table of Contents ----------------------
1. Description of FLODRAW.
2. System requirements for FLODRAW.
3. Files on this disk.
4. How to use the 15 minute tutorial called DEMO.
5. How to start your first flowchart.
6. New features in FLODRAW 1.1.
7. Limited license.
8. Registration.
------------------------ 1. Description of FLODRAW ------------------------
FLODRAW is a 'what-you-see-is-what-you-get' graphics editor that
produces black and white full page diagrams on an IBM PC or compatible
computer. FLODRAW has been designed to handle symbols quickly and easily.
It is ideal for documents such as flowcharts, organization charts, system
diagrams, and other symbol oriented documents. FLODRAW is keyboard
controlled only. But best of all, it's easy to learn.
FLODRAW offers a choice of character fonts for entering text. And you
can combine text and graphics on the same document. You can do basic
graphics editing to generate lines and circles, and you can edit your
document at the pixel level if you need to (each dot on the screen is a
pixel). FLODRAW will generate lines and arrows to help you create
diagrams like flowcharts.
FLODRAW comes with symbol libraries for flowcharts, HIPO charts, and
electric diagrams. You can design your own symbols, save them, and
combine them into new libraries, or add them to existing libraries.
FLODRAW documents can be saved, printed, and edited again. All
FLODRAW document files are compressed to take up a minimum amount of space
on your disk. FLODRAW supports three formats for printing documents.
1. Portrait 8.5 x 11 inches
2. Landscape 11 x 8.5 inches (printed sideways on 8.5 x 11)
3. Large landscape 16 x 11 inches (printed on two 8.5 x 11)
------------------------ 2. System Requirements ------------------------
FLODRAW requires:
- An IBM PC, XT, AT or close compatible. Some "compatible" PC's may
not be compatible enough to run FLODRAW.
- 320k of memory.
- A color graphics adapter with either a color or black and white
monitor. FLODRAW does not support the EGA, although FLODRAW will run on
an EGA in CGA mode. FLODRAW might work with a Hercules board using
software to emulate a CGA, but I haven't tried it.
- DOS 2.0 or later.
- EPSON FX printer or IBM Proprinter. An EPSON MX printer can be used
for draft quality documents. I recommend an EPSON FX printer for speed.
Printers that are graphics compatible with the EPSON FX or the IBM
Proprinter may also work, but you will have to try your printer to find
out. I am planning support for Toshiba printers and the HP LaserJet.
------------------------- 3. Files on this Disk ------------------------
The following files are included on this disk. These files are
required to run the tutorial and to start your first flowchart.
FLODRAW.EXE is the FLODRAW program.
OPTION.FIL is the file of default options including printer
type and font.
SYMBOL.LIB is the default FLODRAW symbol library. It is
distributed as a library of flowchart symbols.
DEMO is the document used as a FLODRAW tutorial.
README.1 is what you're reading.
----------------------------- 4. FLODRAW Tutorial -------------------------
Please take the 15 minute tutorial called DEMO before trying FLODRAW
1.1 on your own. Although I've tried to make the program as intuitive as
possible, you'll learn much faster if you let the tutorial guide you
through FLODRAW. The tutorial was designed to show you how to use most
of the editing features in 15 minutes or less.
Taking the tutorial is easy.
1. Make a backup copy of this disk.
2. Put this disk in drive A.
3. At the A> prompt, type FLODRAW DEMO and press carriage return.
4. Your computer will load FLODRAW into memory. FLODRAW will
read the option and symbol files, and then read the DEMO file.
FLODRAW will display the DEMO file on the edit screen. Then just
follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
------------------------ 5. Your First Flowchart -----------------------
After the tutorial, you're ready to start on your own. The symbol
library on this disk is a library of flowchart symbols. So you're all set
to make your first flowchart. The following instructions will help you
get started. Let's assume you have an idea for a flowchart. If not, you
can make one up as you go.
1. Put this disk in drive A.
2. Put an empty formatted disk in drive B as the data disk for
your flowchart. If you have a single drive system, see step 3.
3. At the A> prompt, type FLODRAW B:MY_CHART.FLO where
MY_CHART.FLO is any valid filename you've chosen for your file.
For single drive systems, type FLODRAW then wait for the entry
menu. Remove this disk and insert your data disk. Press
F3 to load a new document, then type MY_CHART.FLO
4. FLODRAW will prompt you for a document format. Select portrait
for your first flowchart.
5. When the edit screen appears, let's add a heading to your
flowchart. Press HOME twice to move the cursor to the upper
left corner of the screen. Now press F10 to display the symbol
library. Press F10 twice again to display the last symbols in the
symbol library. Press F3 to select the heading symbol. When the
heading appears on the screen, press ESC to return to the TEXT
menu.
6. Use the TAB keys to move the cursor to the location of your
first symbol. Use Alt C to find the center of the page, then
Alt D to tab down to where you want to put your first symbol.
You can press Alt H if you forget what keys are used to tab.
7. Press F10 for the symbol menu again. You may have to press
F10 several times to find the symbol you want to use.
8. Remember to let FLODRAW draw the lines between symbols. When
you return to the TEXT menu, press F6 for the line function.
9. You're on your own, now. When you're finished with your
flowchart, press ESC to return to the entry menu.
10. At the entry menu, press F4 to save your flowchart.
11. Press F6 for the print menu. Press F5 until your printer
type appears on the menu.
12. Turn your printer on and align the print head with the top of
the page.
13. Press F6 to start printing.
14. After printing is finished, press ESC to return to DOS.
------------------- 6. New Features in FLODRAW 1.1 --------------------
The following are new features.
1. Multiple fonts. You can choose from six character fonts when
typing in TEXT mode. I've also added a small size font that
you can select from the FONT menu. The FONT menu is F4 on the
TEXT menu.
2. Option file. You can save options like tab lines, font type,
and printer model on the option file. FLODRAW reads the option
file when it starts and uses your saved options. The OPTION menu
is F8 on the ENTRY menu.
3. Printer support. The Epson FX is now supported with a single
strike mode and a bold strike mode. I've added support for
the IBM Proprinter with single strike mode and bold strike
mode.
The following are changes to existing features.
1. The PgUp and PgDn keys now page half a screen (11 lines).
2. The HOME key moves the cursor differently if pressed
consecutively.
- the 1st press moves the cursor to the start of the screen line
- the 2nd press moves the cursor to the screen top left
- the 3rd press moves the cursor to the start of document line
- the 4th press moves the cursor to the document top left
3. The END key moves the cursor differently if pressed
consecutively.
- the 1st press moves the cursor to the end of the screen line
- the 2nd press moves the cursor to the screen bottom left
- the 3rd press moves the cursor to the end of the document line
- the 4th press moves the cursor to the document bottom left
4. Alt T moves the screen to the top of the document, but the
cursor position is maintained within the screen.
5. Alt L and Alt R have been added to duplicate the grey '+' and
grey '-' keys.
- Alt L pages left 1/2 screen
- Alt R pages right 1/2 screen
6. You can now enter text while using the symbol menu.
7. The print later flag is automatically set on when you save a
document.
I have received feedback from both registered and trial (not
registered) users about features you need or features you would like to
see. I can't always add the features that you ask for, but your feedback
helps determine how I will improve FLODRAW. I appreciate your comments
and suggestions. The following are some of the features you asked for
that I am considering for the next release of FLODRAW.
1. Another small font.
2. Large fonts for headings or titles.
3. Support for Toshiba printers.
4. Support for the HP LaserJet printer.
------------------------- 7. Limited License ---------------------------
FLODRAW is copyright by George Freund and is distributed as user
supported software under a limited license. This limited license means
that I allow you to use the program on your own to find out if it is
useful to you. If you decide to keep it, I ask that you support
development of the program by making a contribution. I depend on your
contribution to continue development of FLODRAW. Whether you contribute
and use the program or not, I encourage you to copy and share this program
with others.
LIMITED LICENSE
I grant you a limited license to use this program to find out if it
is useful to you. You may copy and share this program with others with
the following restrictions.
1. You cannot charge a fee for this program. But you may charge a
distribution fee to cover costs, as long as the fee does not
exceed $10.00.
2. You cannot distribute this program with another product.
3. You cannot distribute this program if you have modified it.
4. You must distribute this program with all the files on this disk
and the accompanying documentation disk.
You may post FLODRAW on electronic bulletin boards as long as the
above conditions are satisfied. All the files on this disk should be
archived as one file for uploading to a bulletin board. All the files on
the accompanying documentation disk should be archived as a separate file
for uploading.
---------------------------- 9. Registration --------------------------
I suggest a contribution of $25.00 for registration. But you can
decide what the program is worth to you. I appreciate your support!
Registered users will receive written notice of upgrades.
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Mail check or money order to:
George Freund
P.O. Box 203
Mentor, Ohio 44061
I have enclosed a contribution of __________.
Please register my copy of FLODRAW to:
Name _____________________________________________________
Company _____________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________
City ___________________________ State _____ Zip _______
I am using FLODRAW on the following personal computer.
Personal computer brand ___________ model ________________.
Printer brand ___________ model ________________.
Graphics (check one) CGA ___ EGA ___ Hercules ___ Other ___.
Monitor (check one) Color ___ B&W ___.
Comments:
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