The current version of HelpNDoc is 9.1.
Check the change log to get detailed information about every HelpNDoc updates and stay abreast of the latest advancements in the HelpNDoc help authoring tool with our comprehensive “List of HelpNDoc Updates” tag. Explore a chronicle of meticulously documented enhancements, feature enrichments, and software refinements that empower you to harness the tool’s full potential. From user interface enhancements to functionality expansions, this tag offers an in-depth look at the continuous evolution of HelpNDoc. By engaging with this repository of updates, you’ll ensure that your documentation process remains aligned with cutting-edge capabilities, ultimately enabling you to deliver impeccable help content. Stay informed, stay empowered, and chart a course toward seamless documentation excellence through the “List of HelpNDoc Updates” section.

List of HelpNDoc updates

Important enhancements in CHM generation with HelpNDoc 1.16

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We are glad to announce the immediate availability of HelpNDoc 1.16. Including a much requested enhancement in the CHM export with the possibility to define the windows size, position, visible buttons and navigation options. An annoying bug with the default font saving as also been fixed and the Windows Vista compatibility has been enhanced. Last but not least, a "silent" option has been added to the command line to avoid user inputs during batch compilation

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Inline table of contents, greatly improved HTML documentation generation and more in HelpNDoc 7.4

Inline table of contents, greatly improved HTML documentation generation and more in HelpNDoc 7.4
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We are glad to announce the release of HelpNDoc 7.4, a major update of the popular help authoring tool which can be downloaded completely free for personal use and evaluation purposes. This major update includes many new features such as the ability to produce an inline table of contents in HTML topics, a new kind of hyperlink to "counters" instances, an enhanced HTML documentation format with better Core Web Vitals, a better syntax highlighter, improved documentation generation, and much more. Read on to learn more and download your free version of HelpNDoc now.

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Introducing Groundbreaking Dynamic Content Capabilities in the HelpNDoc Help Authoring Tool Version 9.1

Introducing Groundbreaking Dynamic Content Capabilities in the HelpNDoc Help Authoring Tool Version 9.1
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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. The dynamic content library item, the centerpiece of this update, empowers users to craft HTML content that is interpreted at generation time. This means that the final output, whether it's a web page, a PDF document, a Word file... can include content that changes based on a variety of factors, such as the current date, the project structure, external file content, or specific project settings. This innovative feature opens up a plethora of possibilities, from creating time-sensitive instructions to tailoring documentation to specific audience segments.

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Introducing HelpNDoc 8.9: Kickstart Your Documentation with New Project Starter Kits & Advanced Topic Filtering!

Introducing HelpNDoc 8.9: Kickstart Your Documentation with New Project Starter Kits & Advanced Topic Filtering!
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We are thrilled to present to you HelpNDoc 8.9, a beacon of innovation in the world of documentation authoring. At the forefront are the Project Starter Kits, tailored blueprints based on best practices for various projects, from intricate API documentation and software guidelines to the engaging narratives of cooking recipes and user-centric mobile app manuals. These kits promise to transform the way we initiate our projects, ensuring a streamlined start every time. But there's more in store! Dive into precision-driven content management with our enhanced topic filtering, experience the revamped "New Project" dialog, and embrace the smarter scripting capabilities. As always, we've ironed out the kinks with several crucial bug fixes, ensuring a smoother workflow for you. Eager to get started? Download this update now! As always, it's free for personal use and evaluation purposes, so you can witness firsthand the remarkable strides we've made.

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Introducing HelpNDoc v1.0

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We are glad to announce the immediate availability of HelpNDoc, an extremely powerful yet simple HTML Help creator. Creating HTML Help file has never been easier using this fully WYSIWYG environment including table support, live spell checking and more... The best part is: HelpNDoc is completely FREE for personal use. Don't wait any longer

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Launch bug fixed and enhanced documentation generation in HelpNDoc 3.9.1

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We are glad to announce the immediate availability of HelpNDoc 3.9.1 which fixes the problem some were experiencing when starting HelpNDoc, saying that a control had no parent window. We also took this opportunity to update the default CHM template to provide a way to customize the base color as it is already possible to do with the default HTML template. This minor update also fixes a rare problem with the HTML search engine which could do infinite loops and another issue where the ePub generator couldn't correctly generate the eBook's cover picture. Learn more in the detailed change log below and download your free version of HelpNDoc now

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Locate and update hyperlinks in bulk, filtered keywords and improved documentation generation speed in HelpNDoc 8.3

Locate and update hyperlinks in bulk, filtered keywords and improved documentation generation speed in HelpNDoc 8.3
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We are glad to announce the release of HelpNDoc 8.3, a major update of the popular help authoring tool which can be downloaded completely free for personal use and evaluation purposes. This major update includes many new features and enhancements such as the ability to update or delete multiple hyperlinks at once from the project analyzer, an enhanced “find and replace” dialog with hyperlink searching capabilities, the ability to filter keywords to only display the ones associated with the current topic, a greatly improved documentation generation speed and much more… Read on to learn more and download your free version of HelpNDoc now.

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Major performance improvements and bug fixes in HelpNDoc 4.6

Major performance improvements and bug fixes in HelpNDoc 4.6
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We are glad to announce the release of HelpNDoc 4.6 which is available completely free for personal use and evaluation purposes starting now. HelpNDoc 4.6 introduces major overall performance improvements, an handy breadcrumb navigator, better CHM import, and much much more. Read on to learn more or download your free version now

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Mass update pictures’ properties, new font selector with search capabilities and UI refinements in HelpNDoc 7.9

Mass update pictures' properties, new font selector with search capabilities and UI refinements in HelpNDoc 7.9
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We are glad to announce the release of HelpNDoc 7.9, a major update of the popular help authoring tool which can be downloaded completely free for personal use and evaluation purposes. This major update includes many new features and enhancements such as the ability to update every pictures with their default settings; A new font selector with recently used fonts, font preview and search support; An improved Word importer; A new API method to list library items used in a specific editor; and much more… Read on to learn more and download your free version of HelpNDoc now.

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