Can I format text as hidden?

I have some reference text in a document which I would like to retain in place in the story but not appear in print or PDF, but appear if I "show hidden characters".
Can I do this in InDesign? How?

Use a note. In CS3 the tool is there by default, in CS2 and earlier
you'll need to install the InCopy Workflow plugins from the installation CD.
Bob

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