Need help "immoblizing" text boxes

[pratt]

Hi all,

I have a client who wants a series of slides that he can give to
various end users, who will then input their own text. Because this is
a huge international company, they want their end users to adhere to
very strict design parameters.

So, here's what I'm having trouble with. The company wants text boxes
to be editable by the end user; HOWEVER, the text box itself needs to
be "locked down" in one position that the user CANNOT MOVE.

I've tried every trick I could think of, and asked colleges who were
stumped by this. If anyone has a solution, I'd be very greatful.

Thanks

 

[Steve Rindsberg]

I have a client who wants a series of slides that he can give to

various end users, who will then input their own text. Because this is
a huge international company, they want their end users to adhere to
very strict design parameters.

So, here's what I'm having trouble with. The company wants text boxes
to be editable by the end user; HOWEVER, the text box itself needs to
be "locked down" in one position that the user CANNOT MOVE.

I've tried every trick I could think of, and asked colleges who were
stumped by this. If anyone has a solution, I'd be very greatful.

I'm afraid your colleagues haven't missed any bets. It can't be done.

 

[pratt]

Thanks, Steve. Does the same apply to restricting the end user from
changing fonts? Anyone who knows is welcome to reply.

 

[Steve Rindsberg]

Thanks, Steve. Does the same apply to restricting the end user from
changing fonts? Anyone who knows is welcome to reply.

Afraid so. To get users to do what you want, you can use the carrot (make it
as simple as possible for them to do it your way) or the stick (if management
will let you beat them for design infractions ... otherwise the stick is out)
but you can't keep them from doing what they're going to do.

Think "herding cats"