Audience
Any user needing a solution to create and publish procedures, documentation and help systems and integrate them with applications
About HelpStudio
HelpStudio is the fastest, easiest way to create and publish procedures, documentation and help systems and integrate them with your desktop, web or mobile applications or components. Generate output in cross-platform Browser Help, automatically responsive for tablet and mobile, HTML Help (CHM), Help 2.x, Microsoft Help Viewer (the Visual Studio Help Format) or printable PDF. Built in localization support means that you can take your help system to a global audience if required. HelpStudio seamlessly combines a feature packed WYSIWYG authoring environment, Html based layout templates and customizable Content Widgets to make it simple to create and localize consistent, professional looking help systems with the minimum of effort. No dependencies on Word or other editors and integrates with Source Control for Team Working and Collaboration. HelpStudio supports Unicode throughout, including Japanese, Chinese and Korean. Unicode support is not a high priced add-on,
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Company Information
Innovasys
Founded: 1997
United Kingdom
www.innovasys.com/product/hs/overview
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HelpStudio Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does HelpStudio work with?
HelpStudio works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does HelpStudio support in their product?
HelpStudio supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does HelpStudio offer?
HelpStudio offers support via phone support, 24/7 live support, and online.
Q: What other applications or services does HelpStudio integrate with?
HelpStudio integrates with: Microsoft 365 and Visual Studio.
Q: Does HelpStudio have an API?
Yes, HelpStudio has an API.
Q: What type of training does HelpStudio provide?
HelpStudio provides training in the form of documentation, live online, in person, and videos.
Q: Does HelpStudio offer a free trial?
Yes, HelpStudio offers a free trial.
Q: How much does HelpStudio cost?
Pricing for HelpStudio starts at $413 per year.
