Quoting stuff from outside documents/web sites

Started by RiverAux, January 16, 2010, 04:21:55 PM

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RiverAux

It seems that lately when I've copied and pasted stuff from Word documents, pdf files, etc. into quotes here on CAPTalk it is also trying to insert that original formatting into the quote, making the post look nuts. 

What do I need to do, if for example, I wanted to quote something from a Word document and have it look "normal". 

SarDragon

Pull the text into a text document, and save as such. Then copy and paste. There may be easier methods, but that's how I do it. I usually only have that problem with M$ Office stuff.

Upon thinking about it, another way to do it would be to turn off the WYSIWYG feature in the editor - click the red A button at the end of the row of buttons. This allows you to see any additional unwanted coding, and make necessary corrections.
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RiverAux

Quote(5) To assist the Department of the Air Force in fulfilling its noncombat programs and missions.

RiverAux


       
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RiverAux

Yep, that second one seems to do it.  Thanks.