RE: Content of Help Systems

Subject: RE: Content of Help Systems
From: "devdra darke" <devdra -at- sympatico -dot- ca>
To: "TECHWR-L" <techwr-l -at- lists -dot- techwr-l -dot- com>
Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2005 15:53:40 +0000


There is no right answer, but as a user, I prefer identical content (excluding installation information and screen shots) in both the online help and the guides (whether they are printed, pdf, or both). That said, I want a help system that is easy to navigate and context-sensitive help at the screen/dialog level.

My thought, let me choose my medium (pdf, printout or help). Don't force me to look more than one place for the answer I seek, whether it be concept, task, or what the heck does the RTFM check box do?

Devdra



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Content of Help Systems: From: M Parcell

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