                               Action Graphics 
                                 Release 1.5 

                               Copyright 1992 
                              Just FUN Software 
                             All Rights Reserved 


  Action Graphics is an amusement program based on the old "Erector Set"
  concept of building things (on your screen) and making them move.  The
  mouse is used to select any of several graphic objects (circle, ellipse,
  line, triangles, rectangles, gear, etc.) or action icons which include
  Move, Resize, Burst, Rotate, Attach, Set Speed, Equate, Align,
  Duplicate, Scale, Undo, and several others.  The ability to attach
  objects to each other, and have the actions affect the entire group,
  makes this a unique and fun program every computer enthusiast will want
  to try. 

  Although the program is quite easy to use - you just click on the icon
  you want - additional help text about each object and action is
  available online while running the program.  The help text also
  discusses the expanded actions available when you double click on the
  icons.  To start, read the first page of the help text.  Then, after
  playing with the program for awhile, read about each object and action
  to learn about their particular details to become proficient in using
  Action Graphics. 




  DISCLAIMER 

  Action Graphics is supplied on an "as is" basis.  The author disclaims
  all warranties, expressed or implied, including, without limitation, the
  warranties of merchantability and of fitness for any purpose.  The
  author assumes no liability for damages, direct or consequential, which
  may result for the use of Action Graphics. 



  SHAREWARE DISTRIBUTED PRODUCT 

  Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software before
  buying it.  A product distributed via Shareware is not "free software".
  If you try a Shareware program and continue using it, you are expected
  to register it with the author for a modest fee.  Information on
  registering this product is discussed below and a registration screen
  will be displayed when the program is run.  The registered version will
  contain the following: 

       The latest release of Action Graphics and notification of future
       releases. 

       The diamond, rhombus, and trapezoid objects plus any other objects
       implemented since the initial release.

       Data files containing both forms of the alphabet and numbers are
       provided in the registered version.  These forms are seen in the
       "Action Graphics" and "Buy Me" demonstration displays. 

       Additional data files showing construction techniques are included
       with the registered version. 

       A registered version of this product does not contain the
       previously mentioned registration screen. 



  REGISTRATION 

  You may send for the latest release of a registered version of this
  product by mailing a check or money order for $17.00 (includes S&H) to: 

                 Just FUN Software 
                 4790 Naniloa Drive 
                 Salt Lake City, UT 84117-5547 

  A 5.25" 1.2 MB diskette will be mailed unless otherwise requested.
  Please use the REGISTER.TXT file when registering.  This file may be
  printed using the DOS print command.  For example: 

                 print \action\register.txt 



  COPYRIGHT  

  Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software, and the
  copyright holder retains all rights, with the following exception.  The
  unregistered version may be freely copied and distributed.  It is in
  fact encouraged.  In fairness to persons receiving this program, they
  should be made aware that this is a Shareware distributed product.  The
  registered version may not be copied or distributed without written
  permission of the author.  



  COMMERCIAL USAGE 

  Because of the capability to create action messages and to sequence
  displays using the demo feature, this product may have a unique and
  valuable commercial usage.  NO limitations are placed on the commercial
  usage of a REGISTERED version of this product.  Commercial usage of an
  unregistered version is prohibited. 



  HARDWARE 

  Required: IBM AT or compatible computer (10 MHz or faster) with 512K
  RAM, VGA monitor, and a mouse. 

  Optional: Epson FX or LQ compatible dot matrix printer or HP Laser Jet
  II compatible printer.  Whenever reasonably possible other printer will
  be supported for those users who provide the necessary technical
  documentation. 



  INSTALLATION AND RUNNING INSTRUCTIONS 

  Depending on the form in which you received this product, portions of
  these instructions may not apply.   

  Make a directory on your hard disk using the DOS mkdir command.  Use the
  DOS copy command to copy the diskette to the directory.  Change to the
  newly created directory and enter "action" to run the program.  Example: 

  mkdir c:\action 
  copy a:*.* \action 
  cd \action 
  action  

  The program begins with a one minute repeating demo that can be
  terminated by clicking a mouse button.  Click on the 'More' box and then
  the 'Help' box for additional instructions.



  FILES 

  This product is made up of the following files: 

  README.TXT - This file contains the text information you are now
  reading. 

  REGISTER.TXT - This file contains a printable registration form.
  Please use this form when registering. 

  PRODUCTS.TXT - A description of products from Just FUN Software. 

  FILE_ID.DIZ - A description of this product. 

  ACTION.EXE - The program file. 

  ACTION.ICO - An icon file for Windows 3.0 and 3.1.  This is not a
  Windows program, but can generally be run as a non-Windows application. 

  *.Dxx - These are the 10 data files that are displayed during the
  demonstration.  




  RELEASE ACTIVITY 

  Release 1.0: April 21, 1992 - Initial release. 

  Release 1.1: June 1, 1992 - Added diamond object to registered version. 

  Release 1.2: June 15, 1992 - Added rhombus and trapezoid objects to
               registered version. 

  Release 1.3: June 20, 1992 - Fixed bug related to selecting right
               triangle when outside of object. 

  Release 1.4: July 17, 1992 - Fixed bug related to the grid mode. 

  Release 1.5: September 12, 1992 - Added ability to change the action
               text color, help text color, and the help text size. 



  QUESTIONS, COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS 

  All questions, comments or suggestions of any nature are welcomed.  You
  need not be a registered user to ask questions, or make comments or
  suggestions.  Please address correspondences to:  

                           Attn: Mike Ingham 
                           Just FUN Software 
                           4790 Naniloa Drive  
                           Salt Lake City, UT 84117-5547 

  or telephone:            (801) 272-6238 
  or via Prodigy:          NKJM79A 
  or via CompuServe:       71231,3727 
  or via U'NI-net:         Shareware conference 
  or via ILINK network:    Shareware conference 
  or via RIME network:     Shareware Pgms conference


  Salt Lake City area BBSs I get mail daily from are: 

  The Graphics Connection - (801) 266-2660 
  Rocky Mountain Software - (801) 963-8721
  Center Point BBS - (801) 963-9280 
