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S M A R T P A P E R
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Version 1.0
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V E N D O R I N F O R M A T I O N
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This file provides information for Shareware Distributors, Disk
Vendors, BBS Sysops and Computer Clubs who wish to distribute the
SMARTPAPER package.
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Part 1: Program Information:
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Program Name, Category:
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SMARPAPER, Windows, Utility
Preferred File Name For BBSs Etc:
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SMTPPRxx.ZIP, where xx is the version number. For example,
version 1.O would be SMTPPR10.ZIP. Of course, other file name
extensions are perfectly acceptable when compression programs
other than PKZIP are used.
Description:
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Introduction
SmartPaper is very easy to use. Simply run the SMARTPPR.EXE program
and you will be able to put bitmapped backgrounds in all your MDI
Compliant applications. And you can choose a different bitmap for
each application, or even let SmartPaper choose them randomly for
you!
Making SmartPaper Run Automatically
When you have tried SmartPaper, and decide you like it, you can
make it perform its magic every time you use Windows. All you need
to do is add it to your Startup group, and it will activate when
Windows starts. How to add programs to your startup group is
detailed in your Windows 3.1 documentation (Chapter 3, "Program
Manager", section "Working With Program Items"). The program file
is called SMARTPPR.EXE.
What is an MDI Application?
An MDI Compliant application is one that allows multiple windows
within a main bounding window. Examples of MDI compliant
applications are Program Manager, File Manager, the System
Configuration Editor (sysedit.exe in your windows\system directory)
and a multitude of programs from other vendors. Note however that
there are some applications that look like MDI applications that
aren't really. For example, from the Microsoft stable, EXCEL and
WORD aren't, but ACCESS is (as of September 1993).
Choosing the SmartPaper
Choosing what you want as the background for each application
couldn't be easier. Simply click on the background with the right
mouse button in the application you want the SmartPaper in, and a
file-open dialog box will appear from where you can navigate to any
bitmap of your choice. Select a
bimap and click on the "OK" button, and SmartPaper will load the
bitmap if it can.
If SmartPaper can't load the bitmap it will tell you. The usual
reason for failure is that the file has a .BMP or .RLE extension,
but isn't really a bitmap at all. Also on the File-Open dialog is
an additional check box, with the text "Randomize from this
directory in future". If you select this option (click on it with
the mouse, if selected it will have a cross in it), then the bitmap
selected in the normal manner will be used this time, but when the
application starts in future it will select a bitmap randomly from
the same directory.
Short Description:
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Wallpaper INSIDE ProgManager, File Manager! Allows different
bitmap backgrounds inside any Windows MDI application, including the
File Manager, Program Manager and many others from other vendors.
Supports 256 colors, and random selection. Choose a BMP/RLE for each
program, and each run, or tile one of the standard Windows
backgrounds. From Oakley Data Services (maker of SmartCat Plus) and
Shareable Software International.
Registration Information:
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Registration costs $15.95 + $4.00 shipping in the USA and Canada (+ extra
$5.00 overseas) from Shareable Software International, Inc. The benefits
of registration include the latest version of the software, free lifetime
support, and reduced price upgrades and discounts on other programs.
Author/Publisher Information:
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Vendors in the USA or Canada should contact Bill Dickson at the following
address:
Bill Dickson
Shareable Software International, Inc
PO Box 59102
Schaumburg, IL 60159
USA
Also by voice or electronically as follows:
Phone: (708) 397 1221
Fax: (708) 397 0381
CompuServe: 76226,2652
Internet: 76226.2652@compuserve.com
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Part 2: Distribution Requirements
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ASP Associate (Disk Vendor) Member Information:
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Vendors who are ASP Associate Members in good standing are hereby
given permission to distribute SmartPaper. ASP Associate
Members (often called "ASP Approved Vendors") in good standing do
not need to request permission to distribute this package.
This permission is in effect until or unless we notify you
otherwise, in writing.
Other (Non-ASP) Disk Vendor Information:
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Shareware Distributors and Disk Vendors who are not ASP Associate
Members, but who wish to distribute SmartPaper must comply with
the following restrictions:
In order for us to ensure that only current versions are
distributed, we request that you contact Shareable Software
International before distributing any of our products.
You may not list any of our products in advertisements, catalogs,
or other literature which describes our products as "FREE
SOFTWARE". Shareware is "Try-Before-You-Buy" software, it is not
free.
Applying for ASP Associate Membership:
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If you would like to apply for ASP Associate Membership (to
become an ASP Approved Vendor), simply write to the following
address and request a Vendor Membership Application Package:
ASP Executive Director
545 Grover Road
Muskegon, MI 49442-9427
U.S.A.
or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe MAIL to ASP
Executive Director 72050,1433.
Please Help Us Serve You Better:
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We would appreciate copies of anything you print regarding
SmartPaper. Please send us a copy of any reviews, articles,
catalog descriptions, or other information you print or
distribute regarding the SmartPaper package. Thank you for
your time and assistance and for supporting the shareware
marketing concept.