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QuikMenu - Version 3.1
(C)1990-1994 NeoSoft Corp.
* IMPORTANT INFORMATION *
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CONTENTS
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* About QuikMenu
* System Requirements
* Starting QuikMenu
* Registering QuikMenu
* Customer Service & Technical Support
* Options for Running Programs From QuikMenu
* Modifying Your AUTOEXEC
* Command Line Options
* Relocating Temporary Files
* Using QuikMenu with TSR's
* Environment Space Problems
* Changing QuikMenu's DOS & Exit Functions
* File Conversion Utilities
* Acquiring Additional Icons
* Using QuikMenu with CGA Monitors
* Mouse Driver Problems
* Microsoft Windows Considerations
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ABOUT QUIKMENU
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You're about to activate a menuing system that will make your
computer easier, faster and more fun to use. QuikMenu is a
graphical menuing system and program manager that lets you interact
with your computer system more intuitively. Complex DOS commands
are replaced by easy-to-use icons, pop-up windows and dialog boxes.
Running programs is easy - just press a single key or click the
mouse and you're on your way. You don't have to become a programmer
to create or change a menu. QuikMenu guides you through each step
with straightforward screen prompts. There's even a List Programs
option capable of finding every program on your hard drive or just
the one you want.
QuikMenu runs on single-user PCs or on PCs connected to DOS-based
networks. In this manual, network users will see special notes
about networks where applicable.
The built-in File Manager utility is one of QuikMenu's most
powerful features. With the File Manager, QuikMenu will perform
most DOS functions, as well as many functions not available from
DOS. The File Manager, combined with QuikMenu's ability to run any
DOS command from an icon, means you may never need to see the DOS
prompt again.
You'll have the convenience of a phone book, calendar, calculator,
time log and, on networks, electronic mail all at your fingertips
with QuikMenu's Utility command. The phone book even acts as a
speed dialer and helps you use your modem to dial the telephone.
The calendar pops up with reminders to help you keep those
important commitments. On networks, the mail option lets you send
and receive messages to and from other QuikMenu users on the
network.
QuikMenu's Time Log helps you keep track of which programs you use,
when you use them and how long you use each one. You may then
generate a variety of reports using this information.
QuikMenu includes dozens of ready-to-use icons, and with the
built-in Icon Editor, you may create as many additional icons as
you like. You may also share your icons with anyone else who has
QuikMenu.
Each menu may have as many as 50 pages or submenus. Each page can
have its own title and contain up to 68 programs (memory
permitting). You may also create multiple menus to launch an almost
unlimited number of programs.
Don't forget Help. If you ever have trouble understanding an option
while using QuikMenu, simply press F1 for help. All help is
context-sensitive.
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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To use QuikMenu you will need the following:
* IBM PC, XT, AT, PS/2 or 100% compatible computer.
* CGA, MCGA, EGA, VGA, Hercules monochrome or compatible graphics
card and monitor.
* 512K RAM
* A hard disk
* MS-DOS, PC-DOS 3.1 (or higher), DR-DOS or Novell-DOS
* Microsoft, Logitech or compatible pointing device (Optional)
* Hayes or compatible modem (Optional)
* Printer (optional)
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STARTING QUIKMENU
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For the steps below, we assume QuikMenu was installed in the
directory C:\QUIKMENU, which is the default directory used by the
install program. If QuikMenu was installed in another directory,
substitute that name for C:\QUIKMENU below.
To start QuikMenu:
* If you plan to use QuikMenu with a mouse (which is convenient,
though not required), your mouse driver (usually MOUSE.COM) must
be loaded first. Please refer to the mouse's manual for
instructions.
* At the DOS prompt ( C:\ ), type CD\QUIKMENU and press Enter. This
places you in the QUIKMENU directory.
* Type QM and press ENTER.
Starting QuikMenu On A Network
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If you plan to use QuikMenu on a network, or on multiple computers,
you must purchase a license for each system. NeoSoft has an
affordable site license program to allow you to inexpensively run
QuikMenu on all the machines on your network or in your office.
Contact your dealer or NeoSoft for further information.
To start QuikMenu on a network, type QNET [user name] and press
Enter. For example, type QNET JOHN or QNET SALLY. Each user name
must be unique to QuikMenu. You cannot have two workstations using
the same name. For best results, you should use name associated
with the user's workstation. In most cases this is also the login
name.
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REGISTERING QUIKMENU
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If you purchased a registered copy of QuikMenu, a registration card
was included in the package. Please take a moment to fill out the
lower portion of the card and mail it to:
NeoSoft Corp.
Customer Registration
354 NE Greenwood Ave. Suite 108
Bend, Oregon 97701-4631.
This will enter you as a registered user in our records and insure
that you receive technical support, upgrade notices and information
about future products.
If you received QuikMenu from a friend, BBS, catalog or anywhere
other than from NeoSoft or an authorized commercial software dealer
or distributor, you may try the program for a trial period of up to
30 days before registering. To obtain a complete QuikMenu package
including registration number and typeset manual call NeoSoft at
(503) 389-5489. We can process your order with VISA or MasterCard
over the phone. The purchase price of QuikMenu is $35 + $5 U.S.
Mail or $10 FedEx 2 Day for shipping & handling. ($10 Air Mail or
$19 FedEx for shipping & handling outside the U.S.) If you prefer,
FAX your order to us at (503) 388-8221. If you would like to mail
a check or money order, make sure it's drawn against a U.S. bank in
U.S. funds. Our address is:
NeoSoft Corp.
354 NE Greenwood Ave. Suite 108
Bend, Oregon 97701-4631.
You may also purchase QuikMenu from any one of our many dealers
world wide. For a list of dealers see the DEALER.DOC file
accompanying this program.
If you would like to give a copy of this program to a friend or
associate please do so, but you may NOT give anyone your
registration/serial number. We hope you enjoy the program and share
it with your friends.
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CUSTOMER SERVICES & TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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NeoSoft provides its registered software customers with free
technical support. We also provide limited technical support to
persons evaluating our products during the 30 day evaluation
period.
We do, however, strongly encourage people to register. Software
development and support is very expensive and we need your help if
we are to continue to provide quality programs at affordable
prices. If you haven't already, please take a few moments to
register. This will assure you of eligibility for technical
support, product update notification, special discounts,
announcements, etc.
If you should encounter a technical problem or question not covered
in the manual, you may use one of the following avenues to obtain
technical assistance:
MAIL POSTAL CORRESPONDENCE TO:
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NeoSoft Corp.
Customer Support
354 NE Greenwood Avenue, Suite 108
Bend, OR 97701-4631
U.S.A.
TELEPHONE SUPPORT:
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Technical support and product update information are available
between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time),
Monday through Friday.
Please have the following information available for the support
staff when you call:
* Brand name and model of your computer system, mouse, video
adapt