Label production using layout manager or null
<p>I have to create a label to be used for deliveries. At the moment because it is being pushed as needing a quick solution i am creating a JFrame putting all the components on then saving the contents as an image and disposing the frame so it flashes up for an instant and then vanishes, ready to print out. If I know the Label will always be X by Y would it be better to set the layout manager as null and place the components in the positions I need them or would it be better to use a layout manager? </p>

<p>I am currently using a flow layout manager and had to set the preffered size of the sender panel to be a bit larger so that it moved down to the next section (under the barcode). Is there a particular LayoutManager that would be good for this?</p>

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<p><img src="http://i45.tinypic.com/2agvrz6.png" alt="Target Layout"></p>

<p><strong>^^^ The above is the target Layout ^^^</strong></p>

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<p><strong>vvv Below is what I have currently achieved vvv</strong></p>

<p><img src="http://i47.tinypic.com/ak8t1w.png" alt="current Layout"></p>

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<p><strong>^^^ Currently achived Layout ^^^</strong></p>

<p>Also is there an easy way to draw lines like in the first picture?</p>
