A method and apparatus for scrolling functionality in a graphical user interface utilizing a software tether. Preferably, the invention is utilized in a data processing system which supports a graphical user interface which is utilized by the operator to create, modify, or review software objects. At...http://www.google.com/patents/US5874957?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5874957 - Method and apparatus for improved scrolling functionality in a graphical user interface utilizing a software tether