Positioning Controls into a Multi-Column Layout

A multi-column layout is created by positioning multiple vertical panes within a horizontal pane. The creation of a two-column layout is used here to demonstrate this technique.

Note: To do this, you must first enable the Windows > Preferences > Forms Designer > Auto-generate Othogonal Panes preference.

Procedure

  1. Vertical panes A, B, C, and D are placed on the form, one beneath the other.
    Place Vertical Panes on the Form
  2. Drag the Pane B up and to the right, close enough so that a colored background appears around Pane A.
    Position the New Pane
  3. A new horizontal pane is automatically created, containing the two vertical panes, side by side.
    New Horizontal Pane is Automatically Created