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Welcome to CHM Editor

CHM Editor is a powerful tool designed for effortless editing and translation of Compiled HTML Help (.chm) files. Whether you are localizing documentation or creating new help files from scratch, CHM Editor provides a visual environment that requires no HTML knowledge.

Main Interface Breakdown

Localizing Your Files

CHM Editor simplifies the complex task of document localization. The translation is performed while preserving all HTML tags and the document’s original structure.

1. Select the text you want to translate (or stay on the page for full translation).
2. Choose your target language from the dropdown menu.
3. Press the "Translate" button.

Creating a New Project

Starting a new help project is easy with our built-in templates. You can choose from several professional designs:

When creating a new file, you will be prompted to enter the following project parameters:

• Project and File Name
• Save location on your PC
• Default language
• Company Name & Website

Managing Topics

Adding content to your project is straightforward. You can create topics that are linked to files or purely structural entries.

1. Click the + button in the navigation toolbar:

2. Define your topic parameters in the dialog window:

• Create with new file: Adds a new HTML page to your project.
• Without a file: Creates a structural heading in the TOC.
• Existing file: Links an existing HTML file from your system.

Setting the Default Topic

The default topic is the first thing users see when they open your help file.

Option A: Check the "Set as default" box during topic creation.

Option B: Right-click any topic in the tree and select "Set as Default".

Interface Settings

You can change the language of the CHM Editor interface to suit your preferences.

Go to Tools → Options:

Select your preferred language from the list:

Indexing Your Help File

A well-structured index is crucial for professional documentation. CHM Editor can automate this process.

1. Navigate to Tools → Generate Index:

2. Configure the Generator settings:

You can automatically pick topic titles as keywords and choose to update an existing index file or create a fresh one.

3. Fine-tune your keywords in the Index Tab:

Use the management buttons to manually add or edit keywords.

Get the Full Version

Unlock the complete power of CHM Editor and support the ongoing development of the tool.

How to Activate

After your purchase, check your email for the activation details and follow these steps:

1

Launch CHM Editor and enter your key in the activation prompt.

2

Your license info will be displayed in the Members Area.

System Requirements