Copyright: Copyright (c)1996 The Editorium


NoteStripper Index
Contents

Introduction

Installing NoteStripper

A Word about Viruses

Using NoteStripper

Registering NoteStripper

Uninstalling NoteStripper

Any Questions?

Terms of Agreement

Copyright ©1996 The Editorium

All rights reserved


Introduction

Thank you for using NoteStripper for Microsoft Word 6 and 7!

NoteStripper strips all notes to the end of a document as numbered text. It also replaces the note reference numbers in the text with superscript numbers. NoteStripper is for people who need to turn Word's automatic, embedded notes into actual text, perhaps before importing a document into a typesetting program such as QuarkXPress.

It is, of course, possible to turn automatic notes into text by saving a document in text format. The disadvantage of doing so is that all character formatting is lost. Because notes typically contain lots of book titles in italic, this is a serious problem--thus the need for a program like NoteStripper.

We strongly recommend that you try NoteStripper several times on a variety of test files until you understand fully how it works and what it can do.

By using NoteStripper, you agree to the Terms of Agreement  found at the end of this document.


Installing NoteStripper
Installing NoteStripper TM

NoteStripper is collection of  macros in a template named STRIPPER.DOT. To use it, add STRIPPER.DOT to Microsoft Word as a global template just as you would any other Word template:

1. Make sure STRIPPER.DOT (and its accompanying Help file, STRIPPER.HLP) is in your Word template directory. Unless you have changed it, this directory is most likely C:\WINWORD\TEMPLATE (for Word 6) or C:\MSOFFICE\TEMPLATES (for Word 7).

2. Start Microsoft Word 6 or 7.

3. Under the File menu, choose Templates.

4. Under "Global Templates and Add-ins," add the STRIPPER.DOT template and make sure the box next to it is checked.

5. Click OK.

You should now see NoteStripper as a menu item at the top of your screen.

If you want NoteStripper to run automatically every time you start Word, put STRIPPER.DOT (and STRIPPER.HLP) into your Word startup directory, which is probably C:\WINWORD\STARTUP (for Word 6) or C:\MSOFFICE\WINWORD\STARTUP (for Word 7).

Please do not rename any of the NoteStripper macros, copy them to another template, or remove them from the STRIPPER.DOT template. NoteStripper uses these macros in combination and will not work properly if they have been copied to another template or renamed or if some of the macros are no longer present.


A Word about Viruses

NoteStripper is basically a collection of  macros in a template named STRIPPER.DOT. Simply because the template contains these macros, some virus-checking programs will warn you that it may contain Word viruses. Please rest assured that it does not. The macros in NoteStripper have been carefully checked and tested to make sure they are safe and usable. If you have any question about this, you can download NoteStripper from our Web site at www.editorium.com.


Using NoteStripper

To use NoteStripper, follow these procedures:

1. Back up your files. That way, you'll have something to go back to if you're not satisfied with the results.

2. Under the NoteStripper menu, select NoteStripper.

3. The first time you run NoteStripper, you will see the terms of agreement for using the program. Please read them carefully. If you agree with the terms, you will be able to use the program. If not, you will not be able to use it.

4. Select the items of your choice in the NoteStripper Options dialog box.

The first item asks if you would like to watch NoteStripper at work. Yes is more interesting. No is faster.

The second item lets you choose the style of note numbering to use in the extracted notes. You can choose (1) numbers followed by periods or (2) superscript numbers. Other numbering options, such as letters, Roman numerals, and special characters, are not available.

The third item lets you choose which documents you would like NoteStripper to work on: the active document, all open documents, or all documents in a directory. If you choose all documents in a directory, you will need to type in the full pathname of the directory that contains your documents. For example, you might type something like C:\WINWORD\STRIP, where STRIP is the name of a directory to which you have copied the files to be stripped (leaving your original files safe in their original directory).

5. Click OK to have NoteStripper strip out the notes. When it is finished, it will let you know.

Please note that NoteStripper turns off both viewing and marking of revisions while it works.

Stripping All Documents in a Directory

If you are stripping notes from all documents in a directory, make sure only the files you want to strip are in the directory. Then you won't inadvertently strip, say, some press-ready files that you have spent many hours editing and formatting. Show all files (*.*) to be sure.

In addition, make sure none of the files is protected or read only or needs converting from another word-processing format. NoteStripper strips the files and then saves them. If the files are protected or read only, NoteStripper will not work.

Footnotes and Endnotes

Before stripping endnotes to the end of a file, NoteStripper turns them to footnotes. It does this on the assumption that since they are being stripped to the end of the document anyway, it doesn't matter what kind of notes they are. This is just another way of saying that NoteStripper does not discriminate between footnotes and endnotes. If for some reason you need to have footnotes and endnotes stripped out separately, please let us know. So far, this does not seem to be a burning issue for anyone.


Registering NoteStripper

If you like NoteStripper and plan to continue using it, you should purchase a license to do so. If you don't, your copy of the program is for evaluation purposes only, and it will stop working after a while. Here are the prices for registration:

Single license:

$20.00

Site licenses:

2-10 computers: $18.00 each

11-49 computers: $17.00 each

50+ computers: $16.50 each

To make sure NoteStripper is a fully registered copy and not just an evaluation copy, follow these steps:

1. Under the NoteStripper menu, select Register NoteStripper.

2. When the program asks if you have a password, click "No."

3. In the "Register" dialog box, select the kind of registration you would like.

4. Fill out the form that appears on your screen.

5. Place your order by following the instructions on the form.

6. After you receive your password from the Editorium, run the Register program again.

7. When the program asks if you have a password, click "Yes."

8. When the program asks for your password, type it in exactly as you received it from the Editorium. Press ENTER or click "OK" when finished.

9. If you have typed your password correctly, the program will thank you for registering. (If not, it will again ask for your password.)

At this point, NoteStripper will be a fully functioning registered program. Please note that you may freely pass the program and documentation on to others for their evaluation. You may not, however, sell the program commercially without permission from the Editorium.


Uninstalling NoteStripper

Your NoteStripper password is unique to your computer. If you install NoteStripper on a new computer and try to register it using the password from your old computer, the new computer will not recognize your password. So what if you buy a new computer? You can install NoteStripper on it, but you will need a new password. To get one, follow these steps:

1. Under the NoteStripper menu on your old computer, select Uninstall NoteStripper.

2. When the program asks if you really want to remove the password, click "Yes."

3. The program will create a form that authorizes you to obtain a new password free of charge. (At this point, you can delete the STRIPPER.DOT template from your computer, or you can leave it on the computer as an evaluation copy.)

4. Send the authorization form to the Editorium, following the instructions on the form.

5. Install NoteStripper on your new computer, where it will run for a while as an evaluation copy until you receive your new password.

6. On your new computer, follow the steps above under "Registering NoteStripper." Do not, however, pay for another program license. After we receive your new registration form, we'll send your new password free of charge.

You should follow basically the same procedure before reformatting your hard drive or installing a new one. Otherwise, the Editorium will not be able to provide you with a new password unless you purchase another program license.


Any Questions?

We hope you find NoteStripper to be immensely useful. If you have any questions or comments, please let us know.

TM

P.O. Box 112404

Salt Lake City, UT 84147-2404

www.editorium.com

ftp.editorium.com

support@editorium.com

The Editorium provides word-processing tools for editors, writers, and other publishing professionals. If you like NoteStripper, you may be interested in these other products from the Editorium:

MegaReplacer finds and replaces multiple words, phrases, and even styles in multiple files.

FileCleaner cleans up common typographical problems in electronic manuscripts.

You can download fully functioning evaluation copies of these programs free of charge from the Editorium's site on the World Wide Web at www.editorium.com or from America Online, Compuserve, or the Microsoft Network.

This documentation and the NoteStripper software are copyright © 1996 by the Editorium. All rights are reserved. NoteStripper and Editorium are trademarks of the Editorium.


Terms of Agreement

By using NoteStripper, you agree to these terms:

LICENSE AGREEMENT

This software and its accompanying documentation (collectively the Software) are protected by the United States copyright laws and international treaties.

Permission is hereby granted with purchase to use this Software for personal use only. Copying or permitting the copying of this Software for resale or commercial gain is forbidden.

You may not rent or lease this Software, but you may transfer it to someone else as long as the recipient accepts the terms of this agreement. You may also transfer a copy of the Software to others for evaluation purposes.

You may not modify, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or create derivative works from this software. You may not use this software in any manner that infringes the intellectual property or other rights of another party.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY

The Editorium disclaims all warranties on this product, expressed or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular application, use, or purpose.

Under no circumstances, including its own negligence, shall the Editorium or its suppliers be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages or loss that result from the use of, or the inability to use, this software.

This agreement shall be construed, interpreted, and governed by the laws of the State of Utah in the United States of America.

October 7, 1996