I'd like to put a thin line around a block of text. I cannot see how to do it.

I can use the Shapes tool to draw a box but it is a thick line and there is no way that I can see to alter it.

I am not using Form Builder.

What I have done in the past Bass was make a transparent border and place whatever inside it, unless you want color added to the background.
try these:
http://www.kellyinfo.com/web/transparentborders.zip
let me know please.

I use the line drawing tool under the shapes menu.
It takes a little longer but I complete control of how thick the lines are.
I draw one, get it like I want and then just copy and past for the rest.
For the sides you'll have to adjust them 90 degrees of course.
hope this helps
rodgw