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FWIW, the two books I co-authored on Robohelp some years ago have
rather detailed information on the basics of help development as
well, but there's not a cross-comparison chart of product features in
either of the books. But you may be able to get part of the
information about how to do it and then be able to get to the list of
things you need from there.
It's my guess that all of the tools available right now will do
whatever you're likely to need in help development. The real
questions will be "with how much facility?" and "do you like using them?"
Yours truly,
John Hedtke
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At 08:29 AM 10/12/2007, Mary Arrotti wrote:
>Tim:
>
> I'd recommend learning about Help development (including terms) &
> *then* researching a tool. The resources you mention are all good -
> but it's unrealistic to expect a Help tool review (or reviewer) to
> also provide you with a primer on Help.
>
> There are resources where you can get an introduction to & gain
> familiarity with Help development. You can go to any online
> bookstore, type in online help, and get a list of books - many of
> which are geared to the beginning author.
>
> As a technical writer & help developer - it's good & important to
> develop skills in research and to be able to figure out where/whom
> to go to for the info you need.
>
> If you think there's a lack of info available to writers in your
> situation - then do something about it. Why not create & maintain a
> website that will be available to newbie writers to help them to
> choose a Help tool. Of course, you could get someone complaining on
> a public board that it's too basic for experienced writers to use.
>
>Tim Mantyla <TimMantyla -at- nustep -dot- com> wrote:
> So far, there is no excellent comparison matrix that would help a
>beginning HAT user sort out which HAT is best for his needs and purposes.
>
>
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>Create HTML or Microsoft Word content and convert to Help file formats or
>printed documentation. Features include support for Windows Vista & 2007
>Microsoft Office, team authoring, plus more.
>http://www.DocToHelp.com/TechwrlList
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>True single source, conditional content, PDF export, modular help.
>Help & Manual is the most powerful authoring tool for technical
>documentation. Boost your productivity! http://www.helpandmanual.com
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