Using word processor to post?

Pigeon · Jan 8, 2004

Is it possible to use a word processor to post? If so, how. I use Wordperfect 10. Windows XP Home.
Thanks

PineRidge · Jan 9, 2004

Kevin I type the majority of my posts within Microsoft Word 2000 so I am sure yours will work as well. It's quick and it automatically spell checks for me. Once finished I cut and then paste the post into TBN. I find it works quicker that the spell checks already at TBN. Most likely that is because the program resides on my hard drive. Good Luck! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Glenn9643 · Jan 9, 2004

I found the hard way that cut and paste from Microsoft Word 2000 works, but much of the formatting, such as tabs, is lost when it processes as a post. What you see in 2000 may not be exactly what you get posted!

Gatorboy · Jan 9, 2004

( found the hard way that cut and paste from Microsoft Word 2000 works, but much of the formatting, such as tabs, is lost when it processes as a post. )

This is because the posts are really in a form of HTML (this forum strips out real HTML formatting), not using your word processor format.

I don't really understand the need for using a word processor -- you can type your messages directly on TBN, and review it as it will appear, and continue to edit, or post. Now, Muhammad even added a spell checker feature for those who are poor spellers.

JerryG · Jan 9, 2004

If your wanting a spell check and don't like the one on site, try iespell. I use to cut and paste for MWord, but with iespell all you have to do when you type in the block is to right click and start the corrections. Iespell works on any form on the net. BTW, it is a free download.

MossRoad · Jan 9, 2004

Yes, I use ieSpell, too.... sometimes. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif Most of the time, I just proof read it once and go on. I miss many things, but it's close enough. IeSpell works very nicely.

OkeeDon · Jan 10, 2004

Jerry, your previous post about ieSpell in the spell check thread caused me to download it. It's great! Works even faster than the one in MS Word. Sure, I'm glad we have a spell checker available on TBN, but ieSpell is faster, easier, and it works on all the other forums in which I participate, where the sysops are not as kind as TBN's and haven't installed a spell checker.

I'm a good speller, but my fingers have dyslexia - I tend to reverse letters as I type. I used to have to laboriously proofread everything, now I just let it go and run ieSpell.

As an example, I just typed "everytihng" in the sentence above, and ieSpell gave me the correct choice. I had to tell it to ignore the second instance in this paragraph in order to make my point.

PineRidge · Jan 10, 2004

OK who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? I also just downloaded IeSpell and it really does work. It's also quicker than cutting and pasting as I was doing in my word processing program. Thanks for the tip guys! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Junkman · Jan 12, 2004

What took you guys so long to try it? I recommended it back in October 2003.... Been using ieSpell for a long time now. Just need to hone my typing skills some more... Take a look..... Old posts never die, they just fade away..... for a while..... /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

MikePA · Jan 12, 2004

I recommended it back in October 2003.... 
One of the first references to ieSpell was by JerryG on 12/19/02 in this post.

PineRidge · Jan 12, 2004

Since my joining the TBN site I have learned a lot of valuable information, tractor and otherwise. And it just keeps getting better each day. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Junkman · Jan 12, 2004

( I recommended it back in October 2003.... 
One of the first references to ieSpell was by JerryG on 12/19/02 in this post. )

Actually it was Bill K on 12/19/02 at 04:46 PM that made the first mention....... then on 12/19/02 at 10:33 PM posted a link to it.

I never claimed to be the first, but I was one of the more recent people to point it out. Please, lets not start splitting hairs over this. I concede that I was not the first and I also concede that I will not be the last. I now defer to you so you can have the last word... /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif notice the little faces..... I am only joking with you..... /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

OkeeDon · Jan 13, 2004

What took you guys so long to try it? 

I saw the smilie and didn't take any offense -- but I do have answer. Obviously, I am overly proud of my spelling skills, and didn't think I needed it. On my old computer, I didn't make a whole lot of typos, either. But now, on my new laptop, I'm having a hard time getting used to the keyboard, and it's a heck of a lot easier to let ieSpell check it than go back through and find all the typos...

Junkman · Jan 13, 2004

Don.... the problem isn't your spelling, but your fingers. You need either smaller fingers or a larger key board.... /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif How is the pond/home site project coming along? Waiting to see the first picture of your pet aligator in the pond......LOL... /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

Mark_in_NH · Jan 13, 2004

( You need either smaller fingers or a larger key board. )

They should make a keyboard like they make some telephones. With those really big buttons. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Junkman · Jan 14, 2004

This might fit the bill for those that need better vision... web page for manufacturer...

OkeeDon · Jan 17, 2004

( Don.... the problem isn't your spelling, but your fingers. You need either smaller fingers or a larger key board.... /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif How is the pond/home site project coming along? Waiting to see the first picture of your pet alligator in the pond......LOL... /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif )

The problem is that it's hard to teach an old dog new tricks. Some of the keys on the new laptop are in the wrong place! (The right place being were they were on my previous keyboard, of course). I keep hitting Ctrl and Alt keys instead of Shift keys, and end up all over the place. On the other hand, the space key on my previous keyboard was wearing out, so it's a joy not to have to slam it.

The pond and land project is at a bit of a standstill while I remodel my commercial building to sell it. We had made a lot of changes that were specific for the bbq grill store that wouldn't be attractive for the majority of buyers. I can fix them pretty cheap, just takes time. I'm getting close to listing it for sale - had my Realtor in yesterday to gather info to start the process - she does a lot of research before she takes a listing - which is the way it should be.

Frankly, I need the proceeds if I'm to proceed with the new house and barn without taking a construction loan. Pretty much everything I own is paid off (except the tractor, and that's only because it's zero% interest - why pay it off?), and I want to keep it that way.

I won't need a pet alligator; they find their way into the local ponds all by themselves during mating season. My son-in-law has had three removed from his pond (next door) in the past 5 years. Fortunately, he did a little moonlighting with the local fish and game ranger, and gets pretty fast service.

By the way, the term "moonlighting" above was literal - once a year, the state does a census of the gators. The ranger and a helper go out at night in an air boat, ride around the swamps with a big spotlight, and count eyes that are reflected. The divide the count by two, and that's the number of gators they see.