"Just dropped by to say thank you to DC Help Authority for helping me win in our school's programming contest. The application really boosted my Help Pages since it became more user-friendly without sacrificing its comprehensive character. I recommend this program to anyone who wants to improve their work." - Jackie

Components

Binding Recordset : Manipulate data forms any way you want, and use the same code for all your programs
Application Protector : Protect Windows executable files using Nested Layer Protection (NLP), a multi-layer encryption technology
Data Manager This program i s essentially a beefed-up version of DC Binding Recordset , Forget about coding the hard way
Dynamic Report : Generate custom-designed HTML reports based on user queries
Number2Text : Convert numerical figures (including currencies) to text in English, German, French and Arabic
Image Button : Create your own interactive buttons, icons, and interchangeable themes
Help Authority : Write context-sensitive help files linked to specific program situations
Data Entry Validator : Find and correct coding errors as you type
Form Translator : Translate your form text automatically - no need to rewrite your code for multi-language programs
Form Flipper : Flip your form 180 degrees to display Eastern languages
Return Key Enable : Use your Return key instead of Tab to navigate your for

 



 

Version
2.0

DC Help Authority

 

DC Help Authority is the only program that lets you create online help files from any point in your program. It helps you write multiple help topics, assign them to different areas, and link to them from anywhere, down to the smallest grid and column. With DC Help Authority, you can give your application a unique edge by making it more comprehensive, intuitive, and user-friendly.

 

 

 

Context-sensitive help

Instead of loading one large help file, DC Help Authority divides it into separate topics that describe each state, situation, or feature of your program. Each topic is linked to the corresponding code, so that accessing Help will lead to the help file linked to that area - much like Microsoft's WinHelp. This way, your users won't have to search keywords or scroll through pages of text.

COM-based operation

DC Help Authority runs on all COM-based applications such as Borland C++, Delphi, Visual Basic, and Visual Basic C++. It uses a simple, easy-to-remember syntax, so your help code only needs a few lines of text and works with major programming languages. The Configuration Utility also allows you to determine which languages can be used with DC Help Authority.

Customizable fields

In the Help Authority system, the sensitive help feature can be triggered by the F12 key. For example, you can create and define four fields in a table, label it "Help," and paste it onto your project code. The fields Tag, Id, Description, and Contents can be defined accordingly (text or memo) and assigned specific lengths.

Easy installation and setup

You do not need to be an advanced programmer in order to install and fully use Help Authority . Its setup program automatically registers the Dc_HelpAuthority10.dll file on your system. To integrate it into your project, simply select 'add reference' from the project menu. Click the 'browse' button to locate all of these DLL

1- your DC_HelpAuthority10.dll file, which by default is located in c:\windows\system32.
2- AxInterop.MSDataGridLib.dll which by default is located in c:\windows\system32.
3- Interop.MSDataGridLib.dll which by default is located in c:\windows\system32.
4- adodb.dll which by default is located in c:\windows\system32.

 

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Testimonials

"My friend first used this application and I was impressed. He asked me to look over his work and I decided to use its Help page. The codes were accessible since they were arranged by topic. Of course I asked him if he used any other program for the said page and he said he used DC Help Authority. Boy, it really helped me in my next project." - Gale

"The good thing about DC Help Authority is its compatibility with major programming languages like Visual Basic and Delphi . I am able to use it in different projects, and the more I use it the more I become familiar with its syntax. I'm happy to know that it only takes a few lines of text in order to make my help code." - Susan

"I have been working on a new application. In fact, I am thinking of using this for my thesis in graduate school. The codes and interface were all in place, with several test-runs taking care of whatever chinks my program may have. However, my real nemesis was the Help section. It was such a hassle to configure and reserve separate compartments for every possible topic or question my program's future users may have. It was not enough that the writing part was very tasking: it was the inclusion of the section's different parts that bothered me. Good thing a friend recommended DC Help Authority to put some semblance of order in my Help section. Now, even I can readily access any part of my program just by pressing F12 to access Help." - Chris

 

In the Help Authority system, the sensitive help feature can be triggered by the F12 key. For example, you can create and define four fields in a table, label it "Help," and paste it onto your project code. The fields Tag, Id, Description, and Contents can be defined accordingly (text or memo) and assigned specific lengths