Xmanager allows you to copy text between X applications and Windows clipboard automatically. You can also copy images from X application windows to the clipboard, and save it as a bitmap file or send it to the printer when you are using the local window manager.

To configure automatic cut & paste:

  1. Run Xconfig.
  2. Double-click on a profile. RESULT: A Properties dialog box opens.
  3. Click the Advanced tab.
  4. In the Settings list, select Auto Cut & Paste.
  5. Click OK.

To copy text area from xterm to Windows Notepad:

  1. In the xterm window, select text area with the left button. RESULT: The selected area is highlighted.
  2. Open Notepad.
  3. In the Edit menu, click Paste.

To copy text area from Windows Notepad to xterm:

  1. In the Notepad window, select text area with the left button. RESULT: The selected area is highlighted.
  2. Copy with the keys, Ctrl+C, or the menu options, Edit -> Copy.
  3. Open xterm.
  4. On the xterm window, click the left and right buttons simultaneously.

To copy an X application window to the Clipboard:

  1. In the system menu on the title bar, point to Copy and then click Window or Contents. RESULT: The window image is copied to the Clipboard.

Note: You can use this feature only when you run an application with Xstart, in the Multiple Window mode and with a local window manager.

To save an X application window as a bitmap file:

  1. In the system menu on the title bar, point to Save and then click Window or Contents. RESULT: A Save As dialog box opens.
  2. In the File Name box, enter an appropriate file name.
  3. Click OK.

Note: You can use this feature only when you run an application with Xstart, in the Multiple Window mode and with a local window manager.

To print an X application window:

  1. In the system menu on the title bar, point to Print and then click Window or Contents. RESULT: A Print dialog box opens.
  2. Click Print.

Note: You can use this feature only when you run an application with Xstart, in the Multiple Window mode and with a local window manager.