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ShortCut for Windows FAQ

Q: Does ShortCut® work with WordPerfect for Windows?
A: Yes, ShortCut® for Windows works in all known Windows-based word processors, text editors and programs which run on Windows 95/98, NT, 2000, XP.

Q: Does ShortCut® work with Windows NT?
A: Yes, ShortCut® works in Windows 95/98/NT.

Q: Can I convert a list from another expander program?
A: If your current text expander can export your entries to a text file in a 2-column file (e.g. abbreviations left-justified in one column and then expansions in column 2), then ShortCut® will be able to convert the text file to a ShortCut® table. To do this, you will need a special utility (free of charge) which is included with your purchase.

CAUTION - The conversion program is generally 90-98% accurate -- you will need to check your ShortCut® table for:
- Special Codes (e.g. if you're converting an entry for WP51 which bolds by using , this will give unexpected results in Microsoft Word or other applications.)
- Older expander program "macros"

Q: Is there a limit to the number of entries I can make?
A: No.

Q: How long can an individual entry be?
A: 4096 characters. HOWEVER this isn't as limiting as you might expect. For "normals" or expansions longer than this, you can direct ShortCut® to simply retrieve the text from a Word (or other format) file. Not only is this faster for larger expansions but it can make it easier to maintain and edit appropriately in the word processor or editor you use.

Q: Why don't you define what each of the special keys means?
A: Because YOU define them, then use them as commands within ShortCut® expansions.

Q: Will ShortCut® work with proprietary software such as that used by Transcend?
A: Yes, ShortCut® has been designed to work with any Windows-based software.

Q: Does ShortCut® interfere with any programs when is it running?
A: No.

Q: Does the 30-day free support period end 30 days after the receipt of the program or 30 days after the order is placed?
A: 30 days from the date purchased.

Q: May I return ShortCut® if it doesn't perform as advertised?
A: ShortCut® for Windows works under most Windows configurations and environments. To make sure it will work in your individual environment, we offer a fully-functional 30-day trial in place of a return policy to ensure that ShortCut® meets or exceeds all if your expectations.

Q: Will ShortCut® work with WordPerfect 5.1?
A: ShortCut® for DOS was designed for WordPerfect 5.1 users in mind. ShortCut® for DOS works exceptionally well with WordPerfect 5.1 and many other DOS-based programs. ShortCut® for Windows, on the other hand, will work with virtually all Windows-based programs but will NOT work with Wordperfect 5.1 for DOS.

 

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