A GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE LAYOUT CUSTOMIZER

摘要

Graphical user interface and computer program products are disclosed for providing a unique user interface that allows a GUI developer significant flexibility and strength in designing a layout for an application user interface in a Java(TM) environment. This is done while keeping the process for the developer simple and efficient. The developer can "drag and drop" components from a palette to a container. Once in the container, the developer can specify row and column types and attachment/alignment options for the component. This can be done using a simple icon set. The developer can also dynamically add new rows and columns to the layout design. Adjustments to the position and size of a component are made automatically and numerous row and column types can be specified.