Operation Manual

Working with Text | 79
Graphic properties of frames
Like graphics, all frames have line and fill properties—initially an outline of
zero weight and a clear fill. Although HTML frames cannot possess
transparency, Creative frames can (initially set to None). As with graphics,
you can edit these properties, for example adding a grey or light-coloured fill
as shading behind a frame's text. You can also import images inline with
frame text.
Note that the text inside a frame can take a solid colour, but doesn't have line
and fill properties as such—for fancy line/fill effects with text, you can
employ artistic text (see p.
80).
Controlling overflowing text (HTML frames)
As HTML frames have to comply with HTML standards, they are not
capable of linking stories (as for Creative frames). As a result, a decision has
to be made about what happens in the event of overflowing text. Overflowing
HTML frames are clearly indicated—when selected, they will show an
Overflow button at the bottom right of the frame.
If you see this, you can choose to leave the text Hidden, let it Overflow, or let
all the text be viewable with the help of a scroll bar.
To control overflowing text:
1. Select your overflowing HTML text frame.
2. Right-click on your frame, and go to Format>Overflowing text and
choose:
• Hidden - The frame as it is displayed on your page will be shown in
a browser. Text will continue to be hidden.
• Overflow - The frame will overflow (be extended) to allow all text
within the frame to be shown.
• Scroll bar - A navigation scroll bar is displayed permanently but will
be greyed out if text does not overflow.
• Auto - A navigation scroll bar is displayed only when text overflows
the frame.
in It's always a good idea to preview your HTML frames (via Preview
Window or via your browser)—especially if Overflow is selected.