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Style-Based Search and Multi-Language Code Generation: What’s New for Technical Writers and Developers in HelpNDoc 9.4

We are pleased to announce HelpNDoc 9.4, the latest release of our leading help authoring tool, packed with innovative features and enhancements designed to streamline the documentation process for technical writers and developers alike. This release brings enhanced search capabilities, expanded programming language support for code generation, and a host of quality enhancements that collectively improve the user experience. Whether you’re managing extensive documentation projects or integrating help files with complex code bases, HelpNDoc 9.
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Transform Your Classroom with HelpNDoc: The Ultimate Back-to-School Tool for Teachers and Students

As the back-to-school season approaches, educators and students are on the lookout for tools that can simplify content creation, improve collaboration, and enhance the overall learning experience. One such tool that stands out in the educational sector is HelpNDoc. Known for its versatility and ease of use, HelpNDoc is a free help authoring tool that offers a wide range of features designed to support both teachers and students in their academic endeavors.
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How to Customize the Initial Position and Size of CHM Help Files

Creating CHM (Compiled HTML Help) files with HelpNDoc is a breeze, thanks to its user-friendly interface and powerful features. In this article we’ll look into the specifics of how you can set the initial position and size of your CHM files to make sure they open exactly the way you want them to. We’ll also touch on some of the limitations of this help file format and provide a useful tip for resetting your CHM file settings.
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Save Time with Reusable Project Starter Kits for Consistent Documentation in HelpNDoc 9.3

Hello Technical Writers! Are you ready to make your documentation process smoother and more efficient? HelpNDoc 9.3 is here, and it’s packed with great new features that you’ll love. The star of this release is the Project Starter Kit Editor, which is perfect for setting up new projects with a consistent table of contents in no time at all. Plus, enjoy the new Markdown template for GitHub wikis, enhanced image handling, and numerous bug fixes for a more reliable experience.
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Balancing Security and Usability: Best Documentation Formats for Internal Sharing

Sharing documentation effectively and securely is critical in the modern workplace. Whether you’re distributing internal manuals, project documentation, or company policies, the HelpNDoc help authoring tool provides a versatile solution by generating a variety of documentation formats from a single source project. These formats include CHM, HTML, Word, PDF, ePub, Kindle, Qt Help, and Markdown. Each format has its own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to internal and private sharing.
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Boost Your Technical Writing with Artificial Intelligence: Introducing HelpNDoc’s AI Assistant

In the rapidly evolving world of technical documentation, HelpNDoc has consistently proven to be a fantastic companion for writers aiming to simplify the creation and management of complex help files, manuals, and eBooks. With the release of HelpNDoc 9.2, the bar is set even higher, introducing cutting-edge features that seamlessly integrate the latest advancements in artificial intelligence. HelpNDoc 9.2 represents a significant leap forward, designed to enhance user experience and productivity in technical writing.
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Introducing Groundbreaking Dynamic Content Capabilities in the HelpNDoc Help Authoring Tool Version 9.1

In the ever-evolving world of documentation and help authoring, the arrival of HelpNDoc 9.1 marks a significant milestone. This latest update isn’t just a routine enhancement; it’s a game-changer, introducing groundbreaking dynamic content capabilities that set a new benchmark in the realm of help authoring tools. With HelpNDoc 9.1, technical writers and documentation specialists now have a powerful new feature at their fingertips: the ability to create dynamic, responsive, and highly personalized content with unparalleled ease.
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Tech Writers’ Secret Weapon: The Unique Advantages of Using HelpNDoc’s Characters Analyzer

HelpNDoc has been a go-to solution for professionals seeking to create high-quality, engaging, and user-friendly documentation. However, it’s not just its user-friendly interface or its versatile output formats that make HelpNDoc stand out in the crowded field of documentation tools. A particular feature that shines as a secret weapon for technical writers is the “Characters Analyzer”. This unique feature, often overlooked in other authoring tools, offers an unprecedented level of control and insight into the very building blocks of any documentation project — the characters themselves.
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New FTP Actions, Improved PDFs, Overridden Library Items, and More in HelpNDoc 9.0

We are thrilled to announce the launch of HelpNDoc 9.0, a significant update that brings a host of new features and improvements to our already robust help authoring tool. This major update is designed to streamline your documentation process, enhance the quality of your output, and provide an even more intuitive user experience. With HelpNDoc 9.0, we introduce groundbreaking FTP(S) and SFTP build actions, a major overhaul of our PDF generator, and the highly requested ability to override library items for individual builds.
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Making the Most of HelpNDoc: How the “Keep Temporary Files” Feature Can Benefit Technical Writers

When working on technical documentation, every tool and feature at our disposal can make a big difference in productivity and efficiency. One such feature in HelpNDoc, often underutilized, is the “Keep Temporary Files” option. This function may seem minor at first glance, but it holds substantial benefits for those creating documents in formats like CHM, ePub, Kindle, and Qt Help. In this blog post, we’ll explore the practical side of the “Keep Temporary Files” feature.
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