Average Ratings 1 Rating

Total
ease
features
design
support

Average Ratings 1 Rating

Total
ease
features
design
support

Description

MadCap Flare is a comprehensive platform for technical writing, documentation management, and multi-channel publishing. It enables teams to create structured content that can be reused across documentation, help systems, websites, and printed materials. The platform supports importing existing content from a wide range of legacy tools, automatically converting files into reusable topics. With its XML foundation, Flare allows authors to manage modular content that can be assembled dynamically into different outputs. Built-in workflows support content authoring, review, localization, and publishing in one integrated system. This structure reduces duplication and simplifies the management of large documentation projects. Flare also provides advanced delivery flexibility, allowing organizations to publish responsive content across digital and print channels. Localization features help streamline translation workflows while reducing global publishing costs. Its machine-readable content structure makes documentation easier for search engines and AI systems to understand and process. By combining structured authoring with scalable publishing, MadCap Flare helps organizations modernize their technical documentation processes.

Description

SmartDocs, developed by 36Software, is a cutting-edge application that converts Microsoft Word into a streamlined content management system. It is designed for a variety of writing tasks, including technical manuals, proposals, contracts, medical documentation, and audit reports, enabling users to enhance efficiency and produce superior content while reducing costs. The software boasts a range of advanced features, including reusable snippets, dynamic variables, document snapshots, an intuitive interface, content mapping, and status alerts, among others. Available in three distinct editions—Professional, Express, and Desktop—SmartDocs is adaptable and can scale according to the diverse needs of different teams. Additionally, it empowers users to collaborate more effectively and manage their content with greater ease.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

Screenshots View All

Screenshots View All

Integrations

Gears
MadCap IXIA CCMS
MadCap Syndicate
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Word
PushFeedback
SearchUnify

Integrations

Gears
MadCap IXIA CCMS
MadCap Syndicate
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Word
PushFeedback
SearchUnify

Pricing Details

$1799 Perpetual License
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

MadCap Software

Founded

2005

Country

United States

Website

www.madcapsoftware.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

36Software

Founded

2009

Country

United States

Website

36software.com

Product Features

Course Authoring

Content Import / Export
Course Publishing
Gamification
Instructor-Led Courses
Interactive Content
PowerPoint Conversion
Self-Paced Courses
Storyboarding
Template Management
Test / Quiz Creation
Video Management

eLearning Authoring Tools

Content Import / Export
Course Publishing
Gamification
Instructor-Led Courses
Interactive Content
PowerPoint Conversion
Self-Paced Courses
Storyboarding
Template Management
Test / Quiz Creation
Video Management

Help Authoring Tools

Collaboration Tools
Content Library
Drag & Drop Editing
Image Library
Import HTML / Word
Multi-Format Output
Offline Editing
Preview Output
Screenshot Tool
Search
Templates
Text Editor / Word Processor
Translation Tools
Version Control

Software Documentation

Access Roles / User Permissions
Automatic Documentation Generation
Collaboration Tools
Docs Web Hosting
Feedback Capture
Markdown Support
Multiple Formats Support
Multiple Versions Support
Version Control
WYSIWIG Editor
Webhooks
reStructured Text Support

Training

Academic / Education
Asynchronous Learning
Blended Learning
Built-In Course Authoring
Built-in LMS
Certification Management
Corporate / Business
Learner Portal
Mobile Learning
Simulation
Synchronous Learning
Training Companies
eCommerce

Product Features

Content Management

Audio Content
Customizable Templates
Document Indexing
E-forms
Full Text Search
Image Editor
SEO Management
Text Editor
Version Control
Video Content
Website Management

Proposal Management

Automatic Formatting
Calendar Management
Collaboration
Contact Management
Content Repository
Document Management
Electronic Signature
Knowledge Library
Pipeline Management
RFP Management
Requirements Management
Revision Management
Task Management
Templates
Version Control

Alternatives

Archbee Reviews

Archbee

AiurLabs

Alternatives

MadCap Flare Online Reviews

MadCap Flare Online

MadCap Software
Obsidian SmartDocs Reviews

Obsidian SmartDocs

Obsidian Suite