Creating a background fill in a text box

Hi there,
I am using CS4 and want to make text boxes with backgroud (e.g., white). I know I can add a white box but is there a easier way?
Thanks!

Yes. Make sure you're using Area Type, then select the Area type bounding box and assign a fill color. Use the Direct Selection tool so you select only the type box, not the type itself.
You can also create a background color with Point Type by adding another fill attribute to the type, in the Appearance palette, then using "Effect>Convert to Shape" to convert it to a rectangle or oval. You can then move it behind the "Character" level in the Appearance panel and  assign it a color. This method allows the flexibility of defining margins around the text.

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