how to convert FrameMaker file to SGML format

[Owen, Clint]

Clara,
 
That's a pretty tall order! There is not much good news in this situation.
 
Your customer should have specified the deliverable format from the beginning of the project, and provided the SGML template for you to work in. The template specifies all of the tags and elements to be applied to the data within the CMM, which are interpreted by the application that uses the SGML files.
 
If you have not worked with structured documents before, the learning curve is very steep. Your best bet is probably to find a vendor to do the conversion for you, even though the expense will be considerable.
 
We have some customers that specify SGML (and provide their template) but don't seem to use anything but the PDF. You should consult with your customer to find out what they really need.
 
Clint

 

Clint Owen | Sr. Technical Writer | Crane Aerospace & Electronics | +1 425 743 8674 | Fax: +1 425 743 8113

 

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From: framers-bounces at lists.frameusers.com [mailto:framers-bounces at lists.frameusers.com] On Behalf Of Clara Hall
Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2011 12:40 PM
To: framers at lists.frameusers.com
Subject: how to convert FrameMaker file to SGML format



Now that I am done with my Component Maintenance Manual, I have been asked to deliver it in SGML format.  I did not create it using Structured FrameMaker.  I have searched the web for information and I am confused on how exactly this works.  If anyone has any information on how to convert a FM document to SGML format, I would very much appreciate it.

 

Thank you in advance for your help.

 

Clara Hall
Senior Technical Writer
  <http://www.atgshades.com/> 
Aerospace Technologies Group
620 NW 35th Street  ■  Boca Raton, FL 33431  ■  USA
Main-(561)-244-7400

www.atgshades.com <http://www.atgshades.com/> 

 


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