Using a Layout Manager

As a container is being placed on a frame, the default layout manager is selected. Often, the default layout manager does not produce the desired effect, so a change must be made. The following steps guide you in changing the default layout manager:

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Select the desired container in either the component tree or the designer window.
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Select the Properties tab of the Inspector.
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Change the layout property to the desired layout manager.

Changing Layout Properties

Each container within your application will have a layout manager attached to it. Just like any other JavaBean, layout managers also have properties associated with them. These properties can be viewed only in the Inspector by selecting the attached layout ...

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