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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

MkDocs is an elegant and efficient static site generator designed specifically for creating project documentation. You can write your documentation in Markdown format and manage it using a straightforward YAML configuration file. There are numerous visually appealing themes to choose from in MkDocs, including the default themes like mkdocs and readthedocs, as well as various third-party options found on the MkDocs Themes wiki page, or you can even craft your own unique theme. By personalizing your theme or adding plugins, you can ensure your project documentation has the appearance you desire. Additionally, you have the ability to enhance Markdown's functionality through various extensions. A wealth of configuration options is at your disposal, and the built-in development server enables you to see your documentation in real-time as you create it, complete with automatic reloading and browser refreshing upon saving changes. Ultimately, MkDocs produces entirely static HTML sites that are ready to be hosted on platforms such as GitHub Pages, Amazon S3, or any other hosting service you prefer, giving you flexibility in how you distribute your documentation. This makes it an excellent choice for developers seeking a streamlined way to present their project information.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Adobe Document Cloud Yes 
Amazon S3 No 
Biel.ai No 
C++Builder Yes 
CloudCannon No 
Delphi Yes 
Disqus Yes 
Facebook Yes 
Git Yes 
GitHub No 
Google Analytics Yes 
Knoku No 
Mermaid Chart No 
Microsoft 365 Yes 
Microsoft Word Yes 
PushFeedback No 
RAD Studio Yes 
Visual Studio Yes 

Integrations

Adobe Document Cloud No 
Amazon S3 Yes 
Biel.ai Yes 
C++Builder No 
CloudCannon Yes 
Delphi No 
Disqus No 
Facebook No 
Git No 
GitHub Yes 
Google Analytics No 
Knoku Yes 
Mermaid Chart Yes 
Microsoft 365 No 
Microsoft Word No 
PushFeedback Yes 
RAD Studio No 
Visual Studio No 

Pricing Details

$199 one-time payment
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
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 No 
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 Yes 

Types of Training

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

HelpSmith

Founded

2010

Country

Canada

Website

www.helpsmith.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

MkDocs

Founded

2014

Country

United States

Website

www.mkdocs.org

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 

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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