2.9.51 DCS

The DCS structure specifies the drop cap properties for a paragraph.


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fdct

cl

reserved

fdct (3 bits):  An integer that specifies the drop cap type. This MUST be one of the following values.

Value

Meaning

1

Regular drop cap, which is a single letter beginning at the leading edge of the paragraph.

2

A drop cap which is in the margin of the page, outside of the paragraph.

cl (5 bits):  An unsigned integer that specifies the number of lines to drop. This determines the size of the drop cap letter. The value MUST be between 1 and 10, inclusive.

reserved (8 bits):  Undefined and MUST be ignored.