Works ~ HitList For 2004-2005

1. Word ProcessorMail merge to retain number formats.
2. Works Add header/footer option Page 1 of x, where x is the total number of pages .
3. FIXED: Spreadsheet Open with focus on last-used cell.
4. FIXED: Works Paste>Special to default to unformatted text. Paste to default to formatted text.
5. Calendar Delete copy-entries in a Calendar database.
6. Spreadsheet Paste/Special.Transpose rows to columns.
7. Spreadsheet Array calculations (e.g. Top 5 minimum numbers from a column).
8. FIXED: Works Default to Auto create backup files (optional).
9. FIXED: Works Timed auto save.
10. Word Processor Option to easily integrate other languages.
11. Word Processor Page numbers in a mail merge, optional reset for each new record.
12. Spreadsheet & Database Enable hyperlinks in cells.
13. FIXED: WorksCopy and paste from Word as original not as a picture
14. FIXED: Database Store and print picture fields, auto-sized view.
15. FIXED: WorksInclude a presentation module, aka Powerpoint Lite.
16. Works Macro key recorder for repetitive tasks.
17. My ProjectsA standard menu bar from which to navigate.
18. My Projects A print preview option.
19. Task LauncherHistory to indicate the full file pathname.
20a. FIXED: WorksAllow users to choose directory for system files
20b. WorksAllow users to define current save directory.
21. Works'Intellisense' File>Open, based upon current typed name pattern.
22. WorksMake Works' dictionary available to OE's spell checker,
23. SOLVED: CalendarReinstatement of Public Holidays listing.
24. FIXED: SpreadsheetPrevent HLOOKUP & VLOOKUP from inserting +1 -1 in formula.
25. Spreadsheet & Database Increase number of rows/records and columns/fields.
26. WorksImproved drawing and WordArt tools (perhaps a new Works Studio module?).
27. FIXED: SpreadsheetRetain formula and not replace with "ERR" when referenced cells are empty
28. WorksCorrectly convey print-layout to printer e.g. C6 Envelopes.
29. WorksLocalized templates.
30. WorksA beefed-up drawing package (Add-In) vector graphics etc.
31. IMPROVED: CalendarStrengthened to become a full PIM application.
32. Word ProcessorOrganisational Chart wizard.
33. SpreadsheetMultiple worksheets (tabbed) for increased integration with Excel.
34. Word ProcessorProvide multiple-dictionary option.
35. SpreadsheetChart, picture and drawing objects within spreadsheets.
36. WorksPassword protected files.
37. SpreadsheetReinstate Protection and Protected data/cells.
38. Spreadsheet & DatabaseReinstate entry box, (help) overview of function use.
39a. FIXED: Word ProcessorAllow proofing tools to be shared both internally.
39b. Word ProcessorAllow proofing tools to spell check external of Works.
40. FIXED: Word ProcessorAllow copy and paste from Web page without an "Out of memory" error occurring.
41. SpreadsheetConditional Formatting - cell format based on content.
42. DatabaseConditional formatting of specific records.
43. WorksFit to page printer option.
44. WorksSave as PDF format option.
45. Word processorAllow variable speed (slower) scrolling during highlighting operations.
46. WorksCustomisable task launcher, include programs from outside Works.
47. WorksAppleworks convertors - export/import to allow file sharing.
48. CalendarPrinting with margin control, font control, word wrap on "All Day Events", print preview option.
49. FIXED: WorksBetter integration with palm operating system.
50. Database & SpreadsheetPick lists.
51. WorksUser-customisable toolbars
52. Projects OrganiserTraditional To-Do lists.
53. Works SuiteRename Works Suite.
54. FIXED: WorksMake Works upgrade-eligible for Office systems.
55. VIDEO: Word Processor & DatabaseMake labels and mail-merge operation much simpler.
56. ONGOING: Word ProcessorContinue to make Works Word Processor more like Word.
57. DatabaseRestore label-making function to database module.
58. Word Processor & DatabaseChange the intermediate mdb file that is used for mail-merge to a csv file.
59. Word Processor & SpreadsheetAllow mail-merge directly from xlr files, without number formatting problems.
60. WorksRegain Works 4.5 functionality and speed of operation.
61. DatabaseFix the 'column-width changes' in the database module.
62. Word ProcessorFix it so that pictures can be placed anywhere on Works labels.
63. Database'Move selection after Enter' option for databases, to optimise data entry via number pad
64. Wordprocessor & DatabaseEnable selection of individual labels, to print from a partially-used sheet.
65. DatabaseLarger forms with ability for multiforms and subforms.
66. SpreadsheetRestore the Insert data and time and options.
67. WorksCustomisable default document-type save option.
68. WorksCustomisable skins.
69. Word ProcessorReinstate Bookmarks, internal file references.
70. SpreadsheetReinstate Quick Number-Formatting Buttons e.g. % and , .
71. DatabaseReinstate Paste Special for 'Copy Report Output' to word processor.
72. DatabaseEnable 'Keep Record together' (on same page), for multi-line reports.
73. CalendarEnable customisable font size and style.

The above list is compiled from postings of contributors to the Microsoft.public.Works.win newsgroup.

Last Update: 1/February/2005

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