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Description

HelpSmith is a comprehensive help authoring tool that enables users to generate CHM HTML Help files, Web Help systems, printed manuals, Adobe PDF documents, Microsoft Word documents, and ePub eBooks from one source. For those in search of a solution to create a CHM help file, an online Web Help system, or a PDF manual, HelpSmith offers an extensive array of features, including a robust word processor for drafting help topics and a built-in screenshot utility that can automatically capture help for dialog windows. With HelpSmith, you can effortlessly produce a CHM help file, a responsive Web Help system that works seamlessly on both desktop and mobile devices, a printed manual, a PDF document, an ePub eBook, and a Microsoft Word document all from a single source project. Additionally, the included word processor has a spell checker and supports dictionaries in various languages, making it easier to write clear and accurate content. This versatility makes HelpSmith an ideal choice for anyone needing to create comprehensive help documentation in multiple formats.

Description

HelpStudio provides a swift and straightforward solution for the creation and dissemination of procedures, documentation, and help systems, allowing integration with various desktop, web, or mobile applications. It offers the ability to generate cross-platform output in formats such as Browser Help, which is responsive for tablets and mobile devices, as well as HTML Help (CHM), Help 2.x, Microsoft Help Viewer, and printable PDFs. With built-in localization features, you can easily extend your help system to a worldwide audience if needed. HelpStudio features a robust WYSIWYG authoring interface, HTML-based layout templates, and customizable Content Widgets, enabling users to produce and localize professional help systems with minimal effort. There are no dependencies on Word or similar editors, and it integrates seamlessly with Source Control to facilitate teamwork and collaboration. Importantly, HelpStudio maintains complete Unicode support, accommodating languages like Japanese, Chinese, and Korean, without requiring a costly add-on, making it an accessible choice for diverse user needs. Ultimately, HelpStudio empowers users to craft comprehensive help systems that cater to a global market effortlessly.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

Screenshots View All

Screenshots View All

Integrations

Microsoft 365
Visual Studio
Adobe Document Cloud
C++Builder
Delphi
Disqus
Facebook
Git
Google Analytics
Microsoft Word
RAD Studio

Integrations

Microsoft 365
Visual Studio
Adobe Document Cloud
C++Builder
Delphi
Disqus
Facebook
Git
Google Analytics
Microsoft Word
RAD Studio

Pricing Details

$199 one-time payment
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$413 per year
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

HelpSmith

Founded

2010

Country

Canada

Website

www.helpsmith.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Innovasys

Founded

1997

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.innovasys.com/product/hs/overview

Product Features

Help Authoring Tools

Collaboration Tools
Content Library
Drag & Drop Editing
Image Library
Import HTML / Word
Multi-Format Output
Offline Editing
Preview Output
Screenshot Tool
Search
Templates
Text Editor / Word Processor
Translation Tools
Version Control

Software Documentation

Access Roles / User Permissions
Automatic Documentation Generation
Collaboration Tools
Docs Web Hosting
Feedback Capture
Markdown Support
Multiple Formats Support
Multiple Versions Support
Version Control
WYSIWIG Editor
Webhooks
reStructured Text Support

Product Features

Help Authoring Tools

Collaboration Tools
Content Library
Drag & Drop Editing
Image Library
Import HTML / Word
Multi-Format Output
Offline Editing
Preview Output
Screenshot Tool
Search
Templates
Text Editor / Word Processor
Translation Tools
Version Control

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