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Description

FastHelp is a versatile Windows Help File Generator that allows users to create both online and offline documentation effortlessly. With the capability to compile into various formats from a single source editor, you only need to type your content once and can convert it to any desired format with ease. To appreciate the user-friendly nature of FastHelp, check out the video located further down this page. The following list outlines the compilation formats available through FastHelp. Our product is repeatedly favored over competitors because it significantly reduces both time and costs, thanks to its remarkable intuitiveness and efficiency. Instead of navigating complex learning curves with other software, you can generate a fully functional help file in less than one minute using FastHelp; all you need to do afterward is input the help text. Our dedicated clientele includes a range of users, from independent developers to major corporations such as NASA, General Motors, 3M, and Motorola, demonstrating the trust and satisfaction that FastHelp has garnered in the industry. With such a diverse user base, it’s clear that FastHelp meets a variety of documentation needs efficiently.

Description

The Help Generator offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed for creating CHM help files, web-based assistance, and printed user manuals. Its contemporary editing interface, influenced by Office aesthetics, is packed with features that enhance productivity and ensure high-quality results. You can utilize the WYSIWYG (HTML) Help Editor, which features a modern Windows fluent ribbon for seamless editing. With the Help Generator, you can create standard Windows help files, often referred to as CHM files or compiled HTML help, as well as online help for any Windows application. The accompanying add-in generates a detailed topic page for each form within your application, complete with a title, a screenshot featuring an image map, and sections dedicated to all controls. Notably, the pages produced by this add-in are automatically integrated with your application, providing immediate F1 support for context-sensitive help. Additionally, there are add-in versions compatible with Visual Studio .NET, Visual Basic 6, and Microsoft Access, making it a versatile option for different development environments. This flexibility allows developers to streamline the documentation process, ensuring that users have easy access to the information they need.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Apache OpenOffice No 
Microsoft Access No 
Visual Studio No 

Integrations

Apache OpenOffice Yes 
Microsoft Access Yes 
Visual Studio Yes 

Pricing Details

$299 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$37 one-time payment
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

FastHelp

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.fast-help.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Help Generator

Founded

1997

Country

United States

Website

www.helpgenerator.com

Product Features

Help Authoring Tools

Collaboration Tools No 
Content Library No 
Drag & Drop Editing No 
Image Library No 
Import HTML / Word No 
Multi-Format Output No 
Offline Editing No 
Preview Output No 
Screenshot Tool No 
Search No 
Templates No 
Text Editor / Word Processor No 
Translation Tools No 
Version Control No 

Product Features

Help Authoring Tools

Collaboration Tools No 
Content Library No 
Drag & Drop Editing No 
Image Library No 
Import HTML / Word No 
Multi-Format Output No 
Offline Editing No 
Preview Output No 
Screenshot Tool No 
Search No 
Templates No 
Text Editor / Word Processor No 
Translation Tools No 
Version Control No 

Software Documentation

Access Roles / User Permissions No 
Automatic Documentation Generation No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Docs Web Hosting No 
Feedback Capture No 
Markdown Support No 
Multiple Formats Support No 
Multiple Versions Support No 
Version Control No 
WYSIWIG Editor No 
Webhooks No 
reStructured Text Support No 

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