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Q&A How can we integrate a lightweight public ticketing system into our documentation feedback form?

We publish a substantial documentation set online. Each page has a place at the bottom that asks "was this helpful? (Y/N)", and if the person chooses "no" we offer a textbox. We collect all this ...

3 answers  ·  posted 2y ago by Monica Cellio‭  ·  last activity 17d ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A How do we prevent Madcap Flare from injecting non-breaking spaces in our documentation?

We use Madcap Flare for our documentation, and it has an annoying property: if you happen to have the shift key down when you type a space, it inserts a non-breaking space (&#160;). Our docume...

2 answers  ·  posted 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭  ·  last activity 2mo ago by Mithical‭

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Q&A Is there a tool for determining the number of on in a word for the purpose of writing haiku?

In America at least, Haiku are commonly taught to students as poems having 5, 7, then 5 syllables, when in actuality, they have a structure of 5, 7, then 5 on. The NaHaiWriMo site explains what an ...

1 answer  ·  posted 6y ago by zr00‭  ·  last activity 6mo ago by Mithical‭

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Q&A How can I make the plagiarism detector "Ithenticate" identify "θ-continuous" as a single word?

I have a problem with the similarity index of one of my works since the plagiarism detector "Ithenticate" identifies θ-continuous as continuous. In my university, all that matters is the similarity...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by Heba ‭  ·  last activity 2y ago by Canina‭

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Q&A Is there a need for better software for writers?

Software developers don't ever work in text editors, instead they use IDEs (integrated development environments) full of code assistance tools, etc. Why don't writers use similarly advanced writin...

4 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by mauleros‭  ·  last activity 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A How do we get Flare to stop modifying .gitignore?

We use Madcap Flare for our documentation, and the project is checked into git. (In case this matters, this is a locally-hosted git server, not GitHub.) The project uses a .gitignore file to aver...

1 answer  ·  posted 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭  ·  last activity 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A Git plugins for MS Word?

Is anyone aware of a plugin for MS Word that allows me to keep my documents in a git repository (gitlab compatibility would be even better)? I'm aware that git diffs won't be very meaningful, merge...

0 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Kurt Weber‭  ·  edited 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A Adding tags to documentation built in Flare?

Our software documentation set (for a SQL analytics database platform) is large, because SQL and databases have many pieces. Often a single statement, function, or feature will be highly related to...

0 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Monica Cellio‭  ·  edited 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A How can we make images with (necessary) text more translatable mechanically?

Our documentation set includes some diagrams, such as entity relationship diagrams and flowcharts, where text is integral and cannot reasonably be handled in callouts. Our documentation is translat...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by Monica Cellio‭  ·  edited 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A How can I highlight changes in HTML output from Flare, based on branch diff?

We use Madcap Flare for a large documentation set, with HTML output. (Flare source is a very HTML-y XML with some Flare-specific additions.) We use git for source control and new work is done on ...

2 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Monica Cellio‭  ·  last activity 3y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Q&A Documenting framework features and descriptions

We have written a custom software framework and it has grown to the point where we are ready for documentation. This documentation will be used by other developers to share knowledge. I am concerne...

3 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by Grim‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Monica Cellio‭

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Meta Questionable Promotions!

I notice we have a dearth of activity on this site. With a relatively small number of active users, perhaps we can add a tab to the "Questions" Page. We have Activity, Age, Score as sorting algori...

4 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by Amadeus‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by ArtOfCode‭

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Q&A Good ways to sort "rambly" notes?

I know there is a name for this kind of "writing", but I just can't think of it at the moment. Basically, most of my notes are endlessly long ramblings that can go from one place to another in a he...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by noClue‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Two footnote numbering sequences

Inspired by this question, a more complex question: how can I have two simultaneous sequences of footnotes? For example, suppose I am translating a book. The book contains footnotes, numbered in s...

2 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by Galastel‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is useful about writing software?

Okay, so every 5 minutes I see a question uploaded to this site about writing software. What is writing software? Why don't you just plan on paper? I find it much easier to write out all of my mudd...

3 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by Daniel Cann‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Programs that analyze word frequency?

I would like a utility that could analyze a document and give me stats like this: WORD: FREQUENCY: a 47,268 the 37,201 gross 215 irregardlessly 1 ...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by Chowzen‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Good writing software for tracking information/facts (for Man vs Nature plot)

I have been looking for a writing software, but while I have seen a number of mentions about how this or that program helps you keep track of characters, I haven't seen any mentions of ones that ar...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by Kaine‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Database for Characters?

I have been on the search (passively, that is) for some sort of database type tool to put characters in. I would want/need the basic stuff (height, birthdate, skin color, hair color, etc.) but I wo...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by HelloBeautifulChild‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to work on a new software feature that affects different topics

We're working on a software manual with several chapters and topics and, so far, these are mostly self-contained. This means we have a dedicated chapter for "connectivity" and do not mention connec...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Writing many entries/articles, storing them, and browsing them

I'm looking for software that will permit me to write articles of various sizes, with a title and tags for each article. The program should store the content, and then allow me to browse (whether f...

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by user2300440‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Software for plot building across multiple books

I plan to write a series of books set in the same universe, with a major plot about war, destruction, murder, killing, love, betrayal etc. But I am having problem getting the big view of my univer...

1 answer  ·  posted 9y ago by Oedum‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I search for tick marks not smart quotes in Word?

I'm doing a proofing check of a book prior to submitting to publication and want to make sure it's as neat as possible before doing so. Recently, I've had to merge two versions of the document - f...

1 answer  ·  posted 10y ago by Leon Conrad‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is a good tool for organizing story notes?

I'm working on a fantasy series and have been keeping a Word document full of backstory, character/location information, and other world-building elements. At 160+ pages, it's reached the point whe...

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by user1985189‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Alternative to mindmap software

I would like some alternatives to using a mindmap to organize my thoughts while writing. Mindmapping is good, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't preserve the sequence/order, therefore it makes thin...

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by drhanlau‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A tools for writing scripts

It has been a long time since I last tried to write a play, and I hated it, not the play (which became a short story), but writing one. The word processors made working with script layout a pain, a...

1 answer  ·  posted 10y ago by hildred‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What makes good writing software? [closed]

I'm developing a writing app and I'm interested to know what features would be most appreciated for such a thing. I am most interested in writing versus editing, tooling versus immersion, organizi...

1 answer  ·  posted 11y ago by Sorin Comanescu‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What software do you use for writing and then structuring a book?

I'm looking for good software for overseeing and rearranging the structure of a book. I have used Scrivener before, but found its exporting functionality frustrating and the software itself somewha...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by Andrew Welch‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Suggest any good text editor for Mac for writing in multiple languages

I have been using iBook author, for a time and the simple Mac TextEdit along with openOffice TextDocument. And I recently downloaded Evernote in expectation of more (but that's something else and n...

5 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by rptwsthi‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the word for the action of selecting an item by a mouse?

I am writing a tutorial on how to use a specific web application and I don't know which verbs to use. Shall I use "click" for buttons? But what if the user doesn't use a mouse? Contrary to "normal"...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by Konrad Höffner‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A How can I search for words by meaning/definition?

Where can I search for words using descriptive sentences? For example, now I'm looking for a word meaning "to purify (by hand) a quantity of grain and take away anything that isn't good grain." Ho...

2 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Mussri‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is Scrivener involved in the editorial process, or is it strictly a writer's development tool?

Is there any reason that an editor should know how to use Scrivener? I generally see manuscripts after they're out of draft but before proofreading. (I'm an editor.) However, I see a lot of talk ...

2 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Neil‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What software can handle both revision control and layout?

I'm desperately looking for a book publishing solution that can handle revision control and layouts. My issues/requirements are as follows: Typists are extremely non-technical and I would like to...

1 answer  ·  posted 12y ago by Mbrevda‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is there a good project management software for writers?

I would like something in which I can set targets - like write/edit 10,000 words a week, set a final end date for the project, set mini targets, track any lag etc. The only PM software I've used i...

4 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Shantnu Tiwari‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Organizing text snippets for creating different variants of a document (customized for the reader)

I'm searching for a tool/strategy to do the following: I have a lot of text snippets (informations) which are available for creating a document in different variants. The document has a standard ...

1 answer  ·  posted 12y ago by MostlyHarmless‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Software recommendations for magazine layout?

I use Word now but I would like to find a better software for laying out a magazine. In this magazine, I would like to create columns (2 or 3 depending on the page), insert image on 1, 2 or 3 colu...

1 answer  ·  posted 12y ago by Jonathan‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is this description of my small productivity application clear enough?

I wrote a small productivity application, Tomate. Since I'm not a native English speaker, I'm afraid the description of the project may not be clear enough for potential users. Can you help me impr...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by static_rtti‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Software for analyzing a manuscript?

I would like to get a better picture of a manuscript I've written, especially in regards to word usage patterns and potentially overused terms. I'm curious whether anyone can recommend a document ...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Cliff Hangerson Page‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is there any good time-line software out there?

I write mostly speculative fiction, and use Scrivener for writing and note-taking. But I'm looking to start crafting timelines to keep track of the exact year and months events in the distant and ...

7 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by oldrobotsneverrust‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What's a good program for tracking submissions?

What's a good program or technique for tracking submissions? I need something that'll keep track of who I've submitted to, when, if they've replied, and preferably tell me how long it's been out. A...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Ralph Gallagher‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Do fullscreen writing environments help for writing? Why? [closed]

I recently found out about full-screen writing applications like OmniWriter and DarkRoom and I'm interested in using them, but I'm skeptical as to whether or not these are actually useful for impro...

8 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Mana‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Good Outlining Solutions For OSX?

I write technical non-fiction and find that I cannot write well without first constructing a detailed (10-20 page) outline. Are there any good outlining solutions for OSX? Apps? Templates in Micros...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Wolf's Dilemma‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Verb tense for technical document titles

I'm writing a technical manual about creating database systems, and wondered what is the best verb tense for title names. My ideas are: Continuous (-ing) form: (e.g. "Creating a Cluster", "Creat...

3 answers  ·  posted 13y ago by Adam Matan‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What tools do you use for your writing journal?

I usually keep a notepad and pen with me at all times. So, if I'm out thinking about a story and a scene or a bit of dialogue comes to mind, I write it down for recall later. I also keep a list of ...

1 answer  ·  posted 13y ago by Slick23‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to include external references when writing internal documentation?

In the IT industry, we often write a lot of technical documentation meant for internal use only. Those documents are often stored in an internal wiki and accessed when the need arises. The conten...

3 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Liquid‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are some standards in naming a software/hardware version?

I am wondering if how we name a version of a spacecraft differs from how we name a version of a software. For software, I usually see things like "2.0.32.32" or something like that and sometimes th...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by blackbird‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to do a global find and replace in Ulysses

I use Ulysses 15 for my writing. The tool has a robust global search but, to my knowledge, it does not provide a replace function (only the sheet search has a "find and replace" function). Does an...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by iamtowrite‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Problems with picture alignment in Microsoft Word - which other DTP software can I use?

I have been struggling to write a book on my 14 years research. I have used Microsoft Word exclusively, but I have a problem that the book uses lots of pictures, sometimes six per page and this is ...

2 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Ivan Wain‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Mariner Software for writers

I'm boring and just use Word and Excel for writing my novel and keeping track of stuff. I've tried a couple others, including Scrivener and Evernote, but never got into it. I like the idea of spe...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by Cyn‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Show applied preset where the cursor is?

In Word, if the cursor is in a part of the text that has some style applied to it, such as Title, the format will be highlighted in the ribbon to let you know: Scrivener, however, is lazy, and do...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by noClue‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What software/techniques do people use to gather ideas?

I'm planning to create a game. It won't be the first game I've created (or even released), but it will be my first game with any story to speak of. I'm still very much in the planning phase of the...

2 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Shadow‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭