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Feature Discussion Insert text with 2 clicks using DropDown Lists DropDown Lists display the content of selected folders 24/7 (or for as long as you are in Word. Click on an item in the list and the text is instant inserted into your document. No more navigation.…

2 Does Pathagoras Work in Google Docs?

Not directly, but indirectly. Pathagoras is an add-in to Word, not a stand alone program. Therefore, Word (running in 'full version' locally, not the cloud app) must be open for Pathagoras to be running. But if you have a local copy or Word, but prefer to…

3 Getting rid of bracketed text in assembled document

Q. If I want the document to get rid of all bracketed items that I don't have answers for in my assembled document, how do I do that? A. In the upper right quadrant of the Instant Database screen (just beneath the 'Existing Records' dropdown list) is a checkbox…

4 How do I create a multiple choice variable?

Creating a multiple choice variable is really no different from creating a regular variable. Simply put your variable text (in this case, a series of choices) within the square brackets. Separate each choice with forward slashes. Here is an example: Example…

5 I cannot see the full text of my variable. Can I make the IDB screen wider?

Of course! We have tried to provide for every contingency. Click the red Power Tools button on the Instant Database screen. Look for the button cluster called 'Resizer'. Click the right arrow to make the screen wider. Click the down arrow to make the screen…

6 Ooops. I accidentally saved my letter after running the Instant Database against the original. Can I reverse this?

First, we slap your hand for violating one of the core principles of Pathagoras: 'Never work on an orginal document unless your sole intent is to edit the original content.' If you are creating a new document for a client or customer, use DropDown Lists,…

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