Welcome to your comprehensive guide to using the Help feature in PrimerPro! Whether you’re new to this software or looking to maximize your efficiency, this guide will take you through the essentials in a clear and friendly manner.<\/p>\n
Using the \u201cHelp” feature in PrimerPro, you can:<\/p>\n
Note:\u00a0If you are new to using Help, we suggest starting with\u00a0Learning About Help Windows.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Learning About Help Windows<\/h2>\n
Understanding the Help Window will enable you to:<\/p>\n
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- Grasp the different Help window panes.<\/li>\n
- Find a Help topic.<\/li>\n
- Create a list of favorite Help topics.<\/li>\n
- Use tips to find information using Help.<\/li>\n
- Customize the Help window.<\/li>\n
- Copy a Help topic.<\/li>\n
- Print the current Help topic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Understanding Help Window Panes<\/h2>\n
The Help window consists of a toolbar and two panes:<\/p>\n
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- Help Toolbar:<\/strong>\u00a0Located below the Help window title bar.<\/li>\n
- Navigation Pane:<\/strong>\u00a0Found on the left, it includes four tabs:\n
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- Contents Tab:<\/strong>\u00a0Browse through an expandable list of all topics.<\/li>\n
- Index Tab:<\/strong>\u00a0Type a word or scroll through a list of index entries.<\/li>\n
- Search Tab:<\/strong>\u00a0Search for words or phrases in all Help files.<\/li>\n
- Favorites Tab:<\/strong>\u00a0Create and manage a list of favorite Help topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Topic Pane:<\/strong>\u00a0Displays the selected Help topic on the right.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Note:\u00a0Knowing these panes will help you quickly locate the information you need.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Finding a Help Topic<\/h2>\n
To find a Help topic, follow these steps in the Navigation Pane:<\/p>\n
Using the Contents Tab<\/h3>\n
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- Click the\u00a0Contents Tab<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Browse through the expandable list of all topics.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Using the Index Tab<\/h3>\n
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- Click the\u00a0Index Tab<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Type a word or scroll through the list.<\/li>\n
- Double-click an index word.\n
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- If only one Help topic is indexed, it will appear in the Topic Pane.<\/li>\n
- If multiple topics are indexed, the “Topics Found” window will appear. Select the desired topic and click\u00a0Display<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Using the Search Tab<\/h3>\n
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- Click the\u00a0Search Tab<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Type the word or phrase in the search box.<\/li>\n
- Click\u00a0List Topics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Double-click the desired topic.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Note:\u00a0For detailed instructions on using the Search Tab, see the\u00a0Search for Information Overview.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Tips on Finding Information Using Help<\/h2>\n
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- Click blue, underlined text to link to another topic or webpage.<\/li>\n
- Click links under “Related Topics” at the end of each Help topic to view related information.<\/li>\n
- Press\u00a0F1<\/strong>\u00a0to see if a word or phrase in a topic is in the index.<\/li>\n
- Add frequently used topics to your favorites.<\/li>\n
- Print the current Help topic by right-clicking in the Content or Topic pane and selecting\u00a0Print<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Note:\u00a0You can also use toolbar buttons to find topics.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Customizing the Help Window<\/h2>\n
You can easily adjust the Help Window’s size, position, and format:<\/p>\n
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- Resize the Navigation or Topic Pane:<\/strong>\u00a0Drag the divider between the two panes.<\/li>\n
- Resize the Entire Help Window:<\/strong>\u00a0Drag any corner.<\/li>\n
- Adjust Height or Width:<\/strong>\u00a0Drag the top, bottom, left, or right edge.<\/li>\n
- Reposition the Help Window:<\/strong>\u00a0Drag the title bar to a new position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Additional customization options include:<\/p>\n
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- Hiding or showing the Navigation pane.<\/li>\n
- Changing the font size or style of a topic (Note: Changes also affect Internet Explorer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Creating a List of Favorite Help Topics<\/h2>\n
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- Locate the Help topic you want to mark as a favorite.<\/li>\n
- Click the\u00a0Favorites Tab<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Click\u00a0Add<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Helpful Tips:<\/p>\n
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- To return to a favorite topic, click the\u00a0Favorites Tab<\/strong>, select the topic, and click\u00a0Display<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- To rename a favorite topic, select it, type a new name, and press\u00a0Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- To remove a favorite topic, select it and click\u00a0Remove<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Working with Topics Using the Toolbar Buttons<\/h2>\n
Use the toolbar buttons to manage Help topics:<\/p>\n
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- Hide\/Show:<\/strong>\u00a0Hide or show the Navigation pane.<\/li>\n
- Back:<\/strong>\u00a0Go to the previous topic.<\/li>\n
- Forward:<\/strong>\u00a0Go to the next topic.<\/li>\n
- Refresh:<\/strong>\u00a0Reload the selected topic.<\/li>\n
- Home:<\/strong>\u00a0Go to the Help Home page.<\/li>\n
- Print:<\/strong>\u00a0Print the Topic pane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Shortcuts Overview<\/h2>\n
Keyboard shortcuts can make navigating the Help window faster:<\/p>\n
Shortcuts for the Help Window<\/h3>\n
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- Close the Help Window:<\/strong>\u00a0
Alt+F4<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n- Switch between windows:<\/strong>\u00a0
Alt+Tab<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n- Move back to the previous topic:<\/strong>\u00a0
Alt+Left Arrow<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n- Move forward to the next topic:<\/strong>\u00a0
Alt+Right Arrow<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n- Refresh the topic:<\/strong>\u00a0
F5<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n- Scroll through a topic:<\/strong>\u00a0
Up\/Down Arrow or Page Up\/Page Down<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n- Switch between panes:<\/strong>\u00a0
F6<\/code><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUse these shortcuts to quickly manage the Help window and enhance your efficiency.<\/p>\n
Search for Information Overview<\/h2>\n
Searching for information can be done using simple or advanced search techniques:<\/p>\n
Basic Search<\/h3>\n
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- Click the\u00a0Search Tab<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Type the words or phrases.<\/li>\n
- Click\u00a0List Topics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Click the desired topic and then\u00a0Display<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Note:\u00a0The search terms will be highlighted. Click\u00a0Refresh\u00a0to clear the highlighting.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Advanced Search<\/h3>\n
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- Click the\u00a0Search Tab<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Type the words or phrases.<\/li>\n
- Use nested expressions or boolean operators for complex searches.<\/li>\n
- Click\u00a0List Topics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Sort and select the desired topic, then click\u00a0Display<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Note:\u00a0For more on advanced search, see\u00a0Search Using Boolean Operators\u00a0and\u00a0Search Using Nested Expressions.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
Congratulations! You now have the tools to effectively use the Help feature in PrimerPro. Remember, using the Help function can save you time and make your work more efficient. If you have any questions, don\u2019t hesitate to refer back to this guide or explore the related topics.<\/p>\n
By mastering these features, you’ll be well-equipped to overcome linguistic barriers and empower your community through efficient use of PrimerPro. Happy helping!<\/p>\n
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