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HyperHelper 1.5
Another ShareWare Product:
Inexpensive software for the rest of us!
by
Bryan Flamig
HyperHelper is a ShareWare utility that enables you to construct
custom hypertext help and readme systems.
Files you should have:
readme -- This file.
update -- Summary of new features
hh.exe -- The hypertext browser.
hc.exe -- The hypertext compiler.
hyperhlp.htx -- A sample hypertext file that briefly explains
what HyperHelper is and how to use it.
sample.txt -- A sample text file that illustrates how
hypertext cards are created in HyperHelper.
A Brief Description
HyperHelper is a ShareWare utility that is ideal for creating
custom hypertext help and readme systems on IBM PC's and
compatibles. HyperHelper differs from other help utilities
in that it is simple, inexpensive, and takes a minimum of
resources, yet at the same time provides a way to incorporate
hypertext into help systems.
You can use HyperHelper to build your own:
o hypertext "readme" files
o hypertext help for application programs
o hypertext help for programming libraries
o hypertext references for just about anything!
HyperHelper consists of a hypertext compiler and browser which
enable you to create and view hypertext files. A hypertext help
system begins as a text file that contains the information that
is to be displayed by the browser. In addition, special link
commands are embedded into this text which specify how you will
be able to move about the information. The compiler then reads
this file and translates it into a special hypertext format that
you can view with the browser. That's all there is to it!
Getting Started
If you want to begin learning how HyperHelper works, try running
the hypertext browser by typing:
hh hyperhlp
at the DOS prompt. This will invoke the HyperHelper browser and
display the contents of the hyperhlp.htx file-- a hypertext
file which explains how to use HyperHelper and briefly tells you
how you can go about building your own hypertext cards.
Try Out the HyperHelper Compiler
After you get a feel for the HyperHelper browser, you'll probably
want to try out the HyperHelper compiler. For your convenience
the distribution disk includes a very simple hypertext file,
called sample.txt, that you can try compiling. You can edit this
file with your favorite text editor; however, make sure your editor
has formatting turned off.
To compile sample.txt into a hypertext file that is readable by the
HyperHelper browser use:
hc sample
Note that the .txt extension of the filename is not used. The
compiler will translate the .txt file into a special format that
is only readable by the HyperHelper browser. This compiled file
will be called sample.htx.
Now try browsing through the file sample.htx with the HyperHelper
browser by typing:
hh sample
You'll probably want to look at sample.txt to see how the various
HyperHelper commands are used. In addition, you might want to try
modifying the file in order to try out the commands on your own.
Tips on Using HyperHelper
Although space does not allow a full description of the features in
HyperHelper, the following tips may prove useful while you are
learning how to use HyperHelper:
1. If you encounter problems reading the screen with your monochrome
monitor, try the following option which forces HyperHelper to
use monochrome attributes:
hh -m <hypertext_file>
2. You can move the HyperHelper window on the screen by holding
down the Shift key while using the arrow keys. If snow appears
on the screen when moving the window, try invoking HyperHelper
with the -s switch at the command-line. This will prevent most
of the snow. Therefore, if snow appears on the screen use:
hh -s <hypertext_file>
3. HyperHelper is designed to work in text mode only.
4. For best performance locate your hypertext files on a hard disk.
A Word of Caution
This version of HyperHelper is fully operational, but it DOES NOT
contain a comprehensive user's guide. Nonetheless, the files
sample.txt and hyperhlp.htx should give you an adequate idea of
how HyperHelper works and how to make your own hypertext system.
If you find HyperHelper useful and decide to register your copy
of HyperHelper, you will receive the complete printed documentation.
Registering HyperHelper!
Since HyperHelper is a ShareWare product, you are encouraged to
experiment with it and share it with your friends as long as the
following provisions are met:
1) It is distributed ONLY in its original, unmodified form.
2) No fee is charged for copying or distribution without
permission by the author.
If you find HyperHelper useful, you may register your copy for $20
in which case you will receive:
1) The latest version of HyperHelper.
2) A printed user's guide that explains how to use the
HyperHelper browser and how to create your own
hypertext files.
3) A memory-resident, context sensitive version of the
HyperHelper browser.
4) An install program which allows you to change the
colors used by HyperHelper.
To register HyperHelper, fill out the form below and send it along
with $20 in check, money order, or Visa/MasterCard. Or for
immediate processing, call the number below and place your order
using your Visa or MasterCard.
Ein Stein's Computers,
750 Bridge Street
Yuba City, CA 95991
(916) 671-7444
__________________________________________________________________
Name
__________________________________________________________________
Company Name
__________________________________________________________________
Address
__________________________________________________________________
City State Zip
__________________________________________________________________
Telephone
Registration Fee: $ _____________
Tax (CA only) : $ _____________
Total Enclosed : $ _____________
Method of payment: Check ______ Visa ______ MasterCard ______
Credit Card Number: ______________________________________________
Expiration Date: _________________________________________________
Signature:________________________________________________________
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