Add text and special characters

Know how to add text, special characters, tabs , special spaces and smart quotes in FrameMaker.

The insertion point marks where you enter or edit text. The location of the insertion point determines the paragraph to which paragraph formatting commands are applied.

You can also insert special text items, such as cross-references, footnotes, variables, and markers from the Special menu. When you click a special text item, such as a cross-reference, variable, or text inset, you select the entire item.

If you can’t place the insertion point in or next to text, consider these possible reasons: