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EDGAR TO WORD WIZARD
Version 1.2
April 1996
THE PROGRAMS CONTAINED IN THIS PACKAGE ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The EDGAR TO WORD WIZARD and the accompanying documentation are
Copyright 1996 by Next Generation Software, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
You are free to distribute this program (edgar2w.exe) as long as this file
(readme.doc) is distributed with edgar2w.wiz, readme.dot, readme.txt, and
order.doc.
Introduction
The EDGAR to Word Wizard (ΓÇ£EWWΓÇ¥) makes it simple for users of Word for
Windows to convert most filings obtained from the SEC EDGAR database
(http://www.sec.gov/edgarhp.htm) to a Microsoft Word for Windows document.
The EDGAR to Word Wizard is shareware and can be obtained from
http://www.xmission.com/~gastown/nextgensft. You are permitted to evaluate
the program for a period of 30 days. After the 30 day period you are
required to register the program by paying a $19.50 ($14.50 introductory
offer until June 1996) registration fee or you must remove all EWW files
from your system.
CompuServe users can register on-line via SWREG. Just Go ΓÇ£SWREGΓÇ¥. Our
program ID is 9284.
Register on the World Wide Web and Save!
Just visit our Secure Homepage while using an SSL Enabled Browser such as
Netscape or the Microsoft Explorer. Complete the online order form and pay
only $11.95 versus the regular $19.50 registration fee!
www.xmission.com/~gastown/nextgensft
Version 1.2 improves error condition handling and makes it possible to
convert documents to 6 or 7 point text.
Installing and UPGRADING the EDGAR to Word Wizard
[pic] to copy the required file to your Word for Windows template
directory.
Using the EDGAR to Word Wizard
1. Retrieve the desired SEC filing from the Edgar Database.
ΓÇó Point your Web Browser to http://www.sec.gov/edgarhp.htm
ΓÇó Click on ΓÇ£Search the Edgar DatabaseΓÇ¥
ΓÇó Click on ΓÇ£Search the Edgar ArchivesΓÇ¥
ΓÇó Type the CompanyΓÇÖs Name. For example: ΓÇ£Compaq ComputerΓÇ¥
ΓÇó Click on the desired filing. For Example: ΓÇ£Compaq Computer
10QΓÇ¥
7. Save the raw text file to your hard disk. For example, if you are
using Netscape Navigator select Save from the File menu after the
desired filing has been transferred to your computer.
Close the File in your Web Browser.
1. Start Word for Windows.
2. Select New from the File Menu in Word for Windows.
3. Select ΓÇ£Edgar2w WizardΓÇ¥ (Edgar2w.wiz).
4. Press the Select File Button and choose the file retrieved and
saved in steps 1 and 2 above.
5. Set the desired Margins. The default settings should work for most
filings (See below for tips).
6. Press the Next Button.
7. Select the Desired Font. Again the defaults should work for most
filings (Courier 10pt). However, certain companies file layout
will require that you using smaller fonts such as Courier 8pt).
For best results always select a monospaced font such as Courier or
Courier New.
8. Press the Next Button.
9. Press the Finish Button.
Please read the Usage Hints Section Below for More Information on Using EWW
The Edgar Menu in Word For Windows
After the conversion is completed, a new Edgar Menu will be added to the
document window. The following functions can be invoked by selecting the
related item from the Edgar Menu:
Clear Wide Margins. As discussed in detail below, many companies format
their financial statements assuming the filing will be printed on wide
pages. If you complete a conversion and discover that the financial
statement do not properly fit on the page (as evidenced by improper word
wrapping), select Clear Wide Margins from the Edgar Menu. If the problem
persists, close the filing (do not save changes), re-run the EWW and select
a smaller margins and font point size. Finally, select Clear Wide Margins
from the Edgar Menu.
Save in Word Document. This function simply invokes the Save As Dialog
Box. In order to ensure that text layout and fonts are properly retained,
be sure to save the converted filing in a Word Document (.doc), rather than
a text file (.txt).
Usage Hints
Although all filings submitted to the Edgar database must follow a standard
format, not all formatting is identical. The following tips will help you
get the most out of the Edgar to Word Wizard.
ΓÇó You can access many of these Hints by pressing the ΓÇ£HintΓÇ¥ button while
using the EWW.
ΓÇó Always use a monospaced font, such as Courier or Courier New. Most
filings format properly in 10pt. However, you may need to use a smaller
font, such as 8 or 9pt.
Note that EWW can change ΓÇ£TableΓÇ¥ text to a different point size. Some,
but not all, companies mark their financial statements as ΓÇ£TablesΓÇ¥.
Thus, selecting a smaller font for ΓÇ£TablesΓÇ¥ will help you get financial
statements to fit on the page properly.
ΓÇó Use small margins, such as .2 or .25. This will help you ensure that the
text fits properly on the page.
ΓÇó Certain companies (for example, Kmart) submit filings on wide pages. EWW
includes a feature to convert such filings to Word format. You can
access this feature from the Margin screen in the Wizard or select the
Clear Wide Margin item from the Edgar Menu after you have completed the
initial conversion.
It is recommend that you conduct a normal conversion and then scan the
document to see if there is word wrapping problem in the financial
statement section. If there is, select ΓÇ£Clear Wide MarginsΓÇ¥ from the
Edgar Menu.
For more information on the Edgar to Word Wizard
Visit our homepage http://www.xmission.com/~gastown/nextgensft
Email nextgensft@aol.com
Registering the Edgar to Word Wizard
The one time registration fee to use the Edgar to Word Wizard beyond the 30
day evaluation period is only $14.50 ($19.50 after June 30, 1996). We
accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex or a check or money order.
CompuServe users can register on-line using SWREG:
Go SWREG
EWWΓÇÖs ID Number is 9284.
As a registered user you will:
ΓÇó Save significant $$$ in retrieving financial reports. For example,
obtaining one 10K from CompuServe costs $17.00. Premium data
services cost even more. By using the Edgar database and this Word
Wizard you will be able to retrieve filings in a cost effective
manner.
ΓÇó Receive FREE upgrades to new versions of the Edgar to Word Wizard.
We will send you an email message whenever a new version is
released.
ΓÇó Receive priority technical support by simply including your invoice
number in the subject line of Email messages sent to
nextgensft@aol.com.
ΓÇó Support the shareware concept and use our software in good
conscience.
Register on the World Wide Web and Save!
Just visit our Secure Homepage while using an SSL Enabled Browser such as
Netscape or the Microsoft Explorer. Complete the online order form and pay
only $11.95 versus the regular $19.50 registration fee!
www.xmission.com/~gastown/nextgensft
Edgar to Word Wizard Registration Form
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|Name: | |
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|Company: | |
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|Address: | |
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|Ct, State, Zip | |
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|Email: | |
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|Payment Method: | |
| |Visa ____ Mcard ____ Amex ____ Chk|
| |_____ |
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|Card / Check #: | |
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|Expiration Date:| |
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| |# Copies ________ * $19.50 = ________ |
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| |$5.00 discount if before June 30, 1996 |
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| |I agree to pay above total according to |
| |card issuer agreement. |
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|Signed: | |
Please send to:
Internet - nextgensft@aol.com
CompuServe - 72154,1174
AOL nextgensft
Fax 703-560-1266
Next Generation Software, Inc.
2831 Gallows Rd. Suite 201
Fall Church, VA 22042
Thank you for registering the Edgar to Word Wizard