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BEGIN  README.SPF  Copyright 1996 EZX  051696

EZX Corp. "The SuperForms Automation Specialists"
Voice:713!-280-9900      FAX:713!-280-0099
  BBS:713!-280-8180  Support:713!-280-0080
!(Note, our Area Code may change to 281 around
 Nov. 3, 1996. If 713 or 281 do not get through,
 dial 713-555-1212 and ask for EZX Corporation's
 phone number and area code. Thank-you Texas PUC?)

Thank you for choosing the SuperForms, the Eforms Processor for Windows!

ONLY the "TestDrive" (shareware) version of SuperForms<tm> Release 96fa
for Windows 3.1+/95, may be "shared" with others for evaluation purposes.

SuperForms is NOT public domain and is NOT freeware. If you use the
program beyond an initial 15 day evaluation period, you are expected to
regi$ter.

The fully registered (read paid for) version of the program (on
disks so marked) may not be re-distributed in any way.

Disk/CD-ROM/BBS Shareware Vendors, please see VENDOR.DOC.

*Please note: Only registered (read paid for) users of our products
              qualify for support.

*In other words, you support us with your registration fees, and we support
 you when you need it. Fair enough, eh?

SuperForms<tm> is published and (C)opyright 1995/6 by EZX Corporation
All rights are reserved.   Portions (C)opyright Saje Enterprises

Mail:
EZX Corporation / SuperSoftWare
"The SuperForms Automation Company"
403 E. NASA Rd., Suite 377
PO BOX 58177  SPF96fa
Webster(Houston), Texas 77598-8177 USA

Voice Credit Card ORDERS may call
1-800-713-2468 ext.SPF96fa (toll free in USA)

FAX Credit Card ORDERS: 1-800-713-3579 ext.SPF96fa
(toll free USA; All other correspondence ignored.)

WE ACCEPT Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, American Express.

For orders, information, technical and all other business, call:
Voice:1-713!-280-9900   FAX:1-713!-280-0099 (24hrs)  BBS:1-713!-280-8180 (24hrs)

Email to: [e-mail]   or   [e-mail]
          America Online: EZXHOU     Compuserve: 76350,3111
World Wide Web: http://www.cris.com/~ezx   or,  http://home.aol.com/EZXHOU

Specifications, pricing, etc. are subject to change without notice.

Copyright 1996-0516 all rights reserved by:

EZX Corporation / SuperSoftWare
"The SuperForms Automation Company"
403 E. NASA Rd., Suite 377
PO BOX 58177  SPF96fa
Webster(Houston), Texas 77598-8177 USA

For orders, information, support and all
 other business, call:
Voice:1-713!-280-9900
FAX:1-713!-280-0099 (24hrs)
BBS:1-713!-280-8180  (24hrs, Email, Support)
Support:1-713-280-0080
Voice Support:1-713!]-280-0080 (9A-4P Central USA)

!(Note, our Area Code may change to 281 around
 Nov. 3, 1996. If 713 or 281 do not get through,
 dial 713-555-1212 and ask for EZX Corporation's
 phone number and area code. Thank-you Texas PUC?)

Email Orders and Support:
     BBS:1-713!-280-8180 (to 33.6K, N, 8,1)
     Internet: [e-mail]  or  [e-mail]
     America Online: EZXHOU
     CompuServe: 76350,3111
     WWW: http://www.cris.com/~ezx
          or,  http://home.aol.com/EZXHOU

*You may order the full version of SuperForms for Windows.

*For only $39 +s/h if paid by credit card or check ($49 SRP)
  you get SuperForms, printable/browseable/searchable manual/help,
  70 plus example forms, 30 days of phone support, and unlimited
  BBS/Email support. Purchase orders, etc. are at SRP +s/h.

*Call for Multi-user, LAN, LAN Server, and Corporate Licensing.

  Add $7 for UPS ground shipping USA-48
  $12 for UPS 2nd business day in USA-48
  $12 for HI, PR, AK($19 rural), VI, Canada
  $19 International air mail.

Also see SuperForms's program group icons for the latest details.

SEE THE ON-LINE MANUAL UNDER THE SALES LITERATURE SECTION FOR FULL DETAILS ON
ALL THE LATEST EZX Software PRODUCTS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER.

Pricing, shipping, etc. are subject to change without notice. Call or FAX for
the latest details if it this information is over 6 months old.

For an order form, see INVOICE.SPF or icon in SuperForms's program group.



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To registered users:
####################

Thank you for buying/registering SuperForms. We're sure that this
program will give you great and "super" service.


### INSTALLATION (Registered version):

From FLOPPY to HARD DRIVE SYSTEMS:  (Registered Version Installation)
(The only way available. Distribution disks are 1.44MB/3.5" only.)

Note: Any information on the distribution disk(s) supercedes this
      information.

You must be at the Windows Program Manager or Start Menu.

Put the distribution disk in A: drive:

Pull Down File and Click on Run, then type:

  A:INSTALL <enter>            (you may substitute B:, if required)

Follow all on-screen instructions as they will contain the latest information
available.

The INSTALL program will set up a Program Group with icons and install all
pertinent files to your hard drive.

To start the program, simply double click on the SuperForms icon.

The on-line help (F1) will get you going quickly.

Check all other disks in your distribution set and follow instructions
on their labels.

The Manual/Tutorial and Optional Forms Pack may be on separate diskettes.

Once everything is installed, check out the extensive MANUAL & TUTORIAL.
Check for the icons in the program group.

SuperForms's on-line help/manual (F1) will get you going quickly.
Its powerful Browse and Text Find features will allow you to find any topic
quickly. You will also be able to print any topic or group of topics on
demand. (Printing available only on registered version.)





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Non-Registered TestDrive/Shareware Versions
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INSTALLATION (TestDrive/non-registered Version):

** From FLOPPY to HARD DRIVE SYSTEMS:  (TestDrive/non-registered installation)
   (Distribution disk is 1.44MB/3.5" only.)

You must run the INSTALL that comes with SuperForms for proper operation.

You must be at the Windows Program Manager or Start Menu.

Put the distribution disk in A: drive:

Pull Down File and Click on Run, then type:

  A:INSTALL <enter>            (you may substitute B:, if required)

The INSTALL program will set up a Program Group with icons and install all
pertinent files to your hard drive.

To start the program, simply double click on the SuperForms icon.

SuperForms's on-line help/manual (F1) will get you going quickly.
Its powerful Browse and Text Find features will allow you to find any topic
quickly. You will also be able to print any topic or group of topics on
demand. (Printing available only on registered version.)



** From Hard Drive to HARD DRIVE SYSTEMS:(TestDrive/non-registered installation)

If you acquired this file from a BBS download or CD-ROM .ZIP file, extract
the file to a temporary hard drive directory, eg. C:\SPFTEMP

You must run the INSTALL that comes with SuperForms for proper operation.

You must be at the Windows Program Manager or Start Menu.

Pull Down File and Click on Run, then Browse:

Browse to C:\SPFTEMP\INSTALL.EXE
 (Or, any other hard drive directory that you may have selected.)

The INSTALL program will set up a Program Group with icons and install all
pertinent files to your hard drive.

To start the program, simply double click on the SuperForms icon.

SuperForms's on-line help/manual (F1) will get you going quickly.
Its powerful Browse and Text Find features will allow you to find any topic
quickly. You will also be able to print any topic or group of topics on
demand. (Printing available only on registered version.)

PLEASE REGISTER - You'll get the printed startup guide, utilities, phone
support, unlimited Email support and no messages.
You may evaluate this TestDrive version for a limited time. If you continue
to use it beyond a 15 day trial period, you are expected to regi$ter it.

Please help distribute the TestDrive version of SuperForms for Windows.
Additional information screens have been added to this TestDrive Version.
Pass copies of the TestDrive !ONLY! to friends and upload to your local
bulletin boards. Any suggestions for improving SuperForms would be
appreciated.

P.S. Registration gets rid of the screens and watermark!



!!!!!!!!!!!!
DESCRIPTIONS
!!!!!!!!!!!!

Program Name & Category:
------------------------
SuperForms Rel. 96fa  "Eforms" Processor for Win!
.. or ..
SuperForms for Windows ... EForms processor extraordinaire.
.. or ..
SuperForms Rel.96fa Eforms Processor for Windows 3.1/95


Keywords: Form, Forms, Eforms, Scan, Graphics, Design,
Object, Modify, Fill-in, Fill-out, Fill, Revise,
Forms Processor, Create, Edit, Multi-object,
Desktop Publishing, Word Processor, Network,
Windows 95, Windows 3.1x, EZX, Marion,
HotFormz, FormPower, EZ-Forms, SuperForms



SuperForms Short description:

SuperForms Rel 96fa (Windows 3.1x & 95)
Popular DOS program comes to Windows!
SPF is THE Visual Eforms processor!
Create, fill-out(external), fill-in
internal) your forms. WYSIWYG, multi-
forms, protected fields, more.
Single, multi, LAN, licenses available.
SuperSoftware 713-280-9900 B:8180 F:0099
Note: Area Code 713-->281 on 3Nov96.
[e-mail]   http://www.cris.com/~ezx



SuperForms "Medium Length" description:

* SuperForms Rel.96fa Windows (3.1x & 95) is The! Visual
Forms Automation Processor! Features include: Create,
Fill-Out (internal), Fill-In (pre-printed), Modify, Save, ANY
FORM in minutes!. WYSIWYG, multiple open forms, cut/paste,
protected fields/objects, much, much, more.
SuperForms's focus is on forms  design, production and fill-out.
Unlike page document  composition, the logical object oriented
drawing tools are specifically tailored and optimized for forms
design and manipulation. Its WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get)
interactive screen is clear, intuitive and easy to use. Font
size, typeface and printer options (including FAX transmission)
are limited only by what is available under Microsoft Windows
for your system. For truly flexible forms production, you can
even print the filled-in data and the form at the same time or,
fill-out to pre-printed forms. Now supports ISO paper sizes,
metric measurements and extended length text objects.
SuperForms is a bargain at a price of ... only $39 ($49 SRP)
Includes 70+ user modifyable forms, & Full Tutorial/Manual.
$39 price is for V/MC/AX/Dis. Orders. Others are at SRP.
Single, multi, & network versions available.



SuperForms "Long Description"

** SuperForms<tm> Release 96fa for Windows is the
   SuperForms Automation Processor!

** Create, Fill-Out (internal), Fill-In (pre-printed), Modify,
   Navigate, Save, Revise, ANY FORM in minutes!

** WYSIWYG, multiple open forms, cut/paste, protected
   fields/objects, much, much, more.

* Whether your business is small or large, you can easily
  and quickly Create and Fill any document,
  Fill-in (internally generated forms), Fill-out
  (pre-printed forms), Save, Save-as, Revise, and/or
  Print (even to FAX) all kinds of forms in minutes.

* Create custom forms (lines, boxes, etc.) on screen and
  add fill-out fields, and you're done!

* You can even fill-out pre-printed forms! Simply design an
  "overlay" form.

* SuperForms<tm> for Windows is here!!!

* SuperForms is GREAT FOR:
 * Perfect form fill-out.
 * Commercial Printers ... speeds form design, modification.
 * In house publication departments ... Improve response time,
   ease update process, cut costs.
 * Low cost forms development ... Develop and print all of your
   forms without outside help.
 * Printing any quantity of custom forms on your laser printer
   ... on demand!
 * Great for basic desktop publishing too!

* SuperForms's focus is on forms design, production and fill-out.
  Unlike page document composition, the logical object oriented
  drawing tools are specifically tailored and optimized for forms
  design and manipulation. Its WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what
  -you-get) interactive screen is clear, intuitive and easy to use.
  Font size,  typeface and printer options (including FAX transmission)
  are limited only by what is available under Microsoft Windows for your
  system.  For truly flexible forms production, you can even print the
  filled-in data and the form at the same time or, fill-out to
  pre-printed forms.

* You can easily customize any of the 70+ included form templates
   to create any new form you desire.

*  DESIGN FORMS QUICKLY and EASILY:
   * Using the display screen and mouse, you can perform fully
     interactive forms composition by creating and manipulating
     various "objects".
   * WYSIWYG means that the screen looks like the final printed
     from, showing typefaces, font sizes, lines, rectangles,
     rounded rectangles, ellipses, circles, shading, logos, etc.
     Size any object for creative impact.
   * Text can be automatically word-wrapped, justified (left,
     center, right, full), fonted, colored, etc. in any text
     or fill-out field.

Other Form Design and Fill-out Features include:
* Extensive on-line help and MANUAL with BROWSE, TEXT SEARCH, PRINT.
  SPF's powerful Browse and global Text search features (not available
  in "regular" Windows help files) will allow you to find any topic,
  word, or phrase quickly. You will also be able to print any topic
  or group of topics on demand. The unique "tree" structure gets you
  to your information fast. NEVER be without your manual again!
* On-screen grid (user adjustable; does not print) and
  snap-to-grid allow very quick and precise positioning of
  all objects and fields.
* Fill-out master or modify completed forms. No need to
  retype redundant information.
* Open multiple forms at once for quick reference or cut-and-paste.
* Multiple form views can be full window, window cascade,
  tile view, or reduced to icons.
* Fourx different working view magnifications 25% to 300%
  are available for even the most intricate work.
* Precise continuous coordinate display for accurate positioning.
* Tool bar and status line control allow you to customize
  appearance and operation of the program.
* Copy, cut, and paste objects between multiple SuperForms Eforms.
* Define page sizes, margins, layouts, orientation.
* Draw lines, boxes, shapes, fill patterns of many types,
  change orientation and color.
* 26 drawing tools are provided form design. There are five
  pen line styles, 10 thicknesses and eight brush patterns.
* Other drawing tools include rectangle, round rectangle, and
  ellipse which can be melded with any of the brush patterns.
* Fill-out fields can be placed anywhere on the form, and in fill-out
  mode, the master part (or background) of the form cannot be modified
  so as to assure perfectly filled out forms every time.
* Print to any Windows supported device, even directly to your
  FAX/modem (third party drivers required) for immediate transmission
  of your form.
* Use any Windows font including Bar Codes, and special characters like
  Wingdings.
* Quickly bold, underline, italicize, strike-through, etc. any text field.
* You can even paste text from your trusty ol' DOS programs via
  Window's clipboard.

* New features in release 96fa include:
* Full text justification option.
* Numerous touchups.
* Multiple object selection for move, copy, paste, etc.
* Support for international measurements and paper sizes.
  Window's international settings are monitored and the appropriate defaults
  are used. (ISO paper sizes and metric mesurements, for instance)
* Unlimited character size for text objects. (Old limit was 256 characters.)
* Multiple copy printing.
* Screen updates are faster too.
* SuperForms can save thousands of dollars in
  pre-printed forms and time, but ...

æ SuperForms is only $39 +s/h via Credit Card or Check. ($49 SRP)
  (Price is for credit card and check ordrs. POs, etc. are at SRP)

* Call for Multi-user, LAN, Server, Site, Regional and Corporate licensing.

Mail Orders:
EZX Corporation / SuperSoftWare
"The SuperForms Automation Company"
403 E. NASA Rd., Suite 377
PO BOX 58177  SPF96fa
Webster(Houston), Texas 77598-8177 USA

Voice Credit Card ORDERS may call
1-800-713-2468 ext.SPF96fa (toll free in USA)

FAX Credit Card ORDERS: 1-800-713-3579 ext.SPF96fa
(toll free USA; All other correspondence ignored.)

WE ACCEPT Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, American Express.

For orders, information, technical and all other business, call:
Voice:1-713!-280-9900   FAX:1-713!-280-0099 (24hrs)  BBS:1-713!-280-8180 (24hrs)

Email to: [e-mail]   or   [e-mail]
          America Online: EZXHOU     Compuserve: 76350,3111
World Wide Web: http://www.cris.com/~ezx   or,  http://home.aol.com/EZXHOU

Specifications, pricing, etc. are subject to change without notice.

Copyright 1996-0501 all rights reserved by:

EZX Corporation / SuperSoftWare
"The SuperForms Automation Company"
403 E. NASA Rd., Suite 377
PO BOX 58177  SPF96fa
Webster(Houston), Texas 77598-8177 USA

For orders, information, support and all
 other business, call:
Voice:1-713!-280-9900   After 3Nov96 1-281-280-9900 (no kidding!)
FAX:1-713!-280-0099 (24hrs)
BBS:1-713!-280-8180  (24hrs, Email, Support)
Support:1-713-280-0080
Voice Support:1-713!]-280-0080 (9A-4P Central USA)

!(Note, our Area Code may change to 281 around
 Nov. 3, 1996. If 713 or 281 do not get through,
 dial 713-555-1212 and ask for EZX Corporation's
 phone number and area code. Thank-you Texas PUC?)

Email Orders and Support:
     BBS:1-713!-280-8180 (to 33.6K, N, 8,1)
     Internet: [e-mail]  or  [e-mail]
     America Online: EZXHOU
     CompuServe: 76350,3111
     WWW: http://www.cris.com/~ezx
          or,  http://home.aol.com/EZXHOU

***Shipping & Insurance:
$7  USA-48 for ground (7-10 days) shipping. $2 for each additional item.
$12 USA-48 for 2nd business day shipping. $2 for each additional item.
$24 USA-48 for Next Business day shipping. $4 for each additional item.
$12 USA-AK/HI/PR/VI/GU/AS; Canada (all provinces). $3 for each additional item.
$19 Elsewhere, $4 for each additional item. All are subject to change.
You can request whatever shipping you wish, such as your own FedEx number, for
actual cost plus $7 handling charge per order.

Pricing, shipping, etc. are subject to change without notice. Call or FAX for
the latest details if this information is over 6 months old.

For order forms, see ORDER.SPF (ASCII) or the SuperForms program group icons.

END  README.SPF  Copyright 1996 by EZX. 051696