Cannot import cross reference formats from template

[_Derek_Fess_]

I have a template that I have removed cross ref formats from, and want only these cross refs to be then imported into my book/document.

I have done the standard: File> Import> Formats..

I have then selected all options, and "removed other format/layout overrides". From the "Import from Document" check box, I have the correct template selected. I have also tried this only selecting the "Cross Reference Formats" option.

Yet when I complete this process, my working book/documents do not display only the cross ref's from the template. I have imported the formats to the book, and to the individual documents in the book. Neither will take the changes. Will a document only import new cross ref formats, and not delete old ones? I really am at a loss. Thanks in advance for any light shed on this.

Derek

[Arnis Gubins]

Derek,

Have you updated your cross-references after you imported the formats?

If the formats are named identically, then FM will replace the old
ones, otherwise it will add them to your document.

[_Derek_Fess_]

I have performed a "Generate/Update" to the book file. All I have done is delete old cross reference formats, I have not added anything new, nor have I renamed anything. In my template, it shows only the formats that remain after I deleted the unused ones. When I try to import the template (and only the formats I want to be displayed as a choice), it still lists all of the old formats.

[_Monica_Valdez_]

Derek, when you import formats from, let's say Doc A into Doc B, the formats from Doc A replace same-named, or get added to, formats that exist in Doc B. Other formats that are already in Doc B do not get removed.

[_Derek_Fess_]

So what you're saying is once it's there, it's there, that there is no way to remove it globally unless going through each file manually. If so, then I guess I'm at a dead end. Thanks for the info.

[Art Campbell]

And if you do want the old ones to be removed and/or new ones to update, look at the CleanImport plug in from electropubs.com

Art

[_Derek_Fess_]

Art,

You are a lifesaver! Thank you very much for the info! That is exactly what I'm looking for! Thanks again for everyones help!

Derek