TechWhirl (TECHWR-L) is a resource for technical writing and technical communications professionals of all experience levels and in all industries to share their experiences and acquire information.
For two decades, technical communicators have turned to TechWhirl to ask and answer questions about the always-changing world of technical communications, such as tools, skills, career paths, methodologies, and emerging industries. The TechWhirl Archives and magazine, created for, by and about technical writers, offer a wealth of knowledge to everyone with an interest in any aspect of technical communications.
The problem with Robohelp and Powerbuilder (and Progress) applications, isn't a
Blue Sky problem. The problem actually exists due to the Winhelp engine, which
Robohelp uses.
Powerbuilder and Progress aren't totally Windows 95 compliant, which has caused
the problem.
I remember with Progress that online help could be created and used by having
the developer insert some API commands when calling help, but I can't remember
exactly what they were. After that, we had no problems with help files. I
never did context-sensitive help though.
If you get on the Winhelp list you will find many users who has faced and
conquered this problem with Powerbuilder. My recommendation is that you look
for guidance there.
Good luck,
Suzette Seveny
Markham, Ontario, Canada
sseveny -at- petvalu -dot- com or suzette -at- yesic -dot- com
------------------------------------------------------------------
DISCLAIMER:
Any opinions expressed are MY opinions.
Feel free to have your own.
Let's agree to disagree
But Please - Don't Flame Me.
