curiously shifting layouts

[richshone]

I have been having trouble for a while now with some of my multiple page layouts moving position on the page even after 'locking' them into place. Today I discovered that it is related to the type of printer I have chosen at any particular moment. I use a fax modem and switch back and forth from a deskjet printer all the time as I travel for work. At the same time I have created a couple of scripts to print for 8.5x11 and 11x8.5 layouts, which adds more confusion. I need to make my layouts work in both scenarios flawlessly (especially when I fax) and would appreciate any advice on how to accomplish this. thanks...

[Kurt Knippel]

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Originally posted by richshone:

I have been having trouble for a while now with some of my multiple page layouts moving position on the page even after 'locking' them into place. Today I discovered that it is related to the type of printer I have chosen at any particular moment. I use a fax modem and switch back and forth from a deskjet printer all the time as I travel for work. At the same time I have created a couple of scripts to print for 8.5x11 and 11x8.5 layouts, which adds more confusion. I need to make my layouts work in both scenarios flawlessly (especially when I fax) and would appreciate any advice on how to accomplish this. thanks...

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You will have to use trial and error to find just the right position where it is not affected by the printer selection. This is one of the most difficult aspects of layout design.

I would suggest designing for the most restrictive printer, which is llikely the fax machine.

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