Locking Text in Quark

Scripting Forums AppleScript | Mac OS X
#1

Hiya,
I was just wondering if it is possible to set a property that would make the text in a text box read only?
I know that the ‘locked’ property prevents the box from moving, but the text is still editable.

Thanks in advance,

#2

nope, not possible

#3

Quark bought ALAP, which adds this ability through their Xpert Tools: http://www.quark.com/products/xpress/xtensions/products/xptpro/XPertBoxTools/.

You may or may not be able to script this, my guess is that you would have to use UI scripting to get to it.

#4

I suspected it might not be possible. I do know that if you lock a layer you prevent text editing, as well as box positioning, but this seems a bit drastic.

Thanks for the answer.

#5

Hi Jerome,
Thanks for the reply. I think we posted at virtually the same time! Never give up!