MFS: a modular text formatting system

Authors:
James D. Mooney
Affiliations:
West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
Venue:
AFIPS '82 Proceedings of the June 7-10, 1982, national computer conference
Year:
1982

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Abstract

This paper presents the design goals and architecture of the Modular Formatting System, currently being developed at West Virginia University. MFS applies to formatters the principles of separation of function used in many successful program systems. A small central kernel forms the basis for a family of formatting systems, tailored to specific applications and environments. MFS is intended to support a wide spectrum of applications drawn from the experience of commercial composition, word processing, and research systems. It does not rely on any specialized terminal or input source characteristics. Output devices from line printers through high resolution typesetters are handled in a uniform manner. Users can exercise detailed control over document appearance, or work exclusively with styles predefined through macros.