On Tue, 2004-09-07 at 00:47, Karsten Wade wrote: > > * Until we learn otherwise, we need to practice a given set of rules > (outlined in the Doc Guide) to keep editing and translating feasible. > These rules include whitespace (and indenting) practices. I'm asking you to question why its important, outside the requirements of specific docbook elements (those which respect ws in presentation). > > * Those who are interested should a) research XML diff tools, and b) > bring this up with the translation team (fedora-i18n-list) to find out > what they want to and are able to do. I just joined that list, and am > prepared to discuss toolchains. > > So, while I'm all for Local Variables and letting people indent and use > whitespace as they wish, until we *know* that our documents can be > internationalized with available tools, we must stick with what works, > regardless of our personal preferences. How will indentation impact i18N (even in the tiniest way) Karsten? -- Regards DaveP. XSLT&Docbook FAQ http://www.dpawson.co.uk/xsl
