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Re: URGENT--features for XyWrite 5, replies needed




On 12/11/18 10:02, Kari Eveli wrote:
> Carl,
> 
> As the Xy3 "printer files" are actually the glue between the
> screen presentation and the formatting codes (and ultimately the
> printer instructions), I think some implementation of Xy3-like
> printer/screen tables is necessary to achieve basic Xy3
> compatibility. Xy3 or Xy4 XPL syntax is not a dealbreaker.
> 
> Best regards,
> 
> Kari Eveli


Yes, some equivalent of the Xy PRN file (screen driver) with full
customizability is a must, as well as fully customizable keyboard
file. Without these features, it's not worth the bother to integrate
the editor engine into a new package.