Folders Program, version 4.0a by Sloop Software (c)Copyright 1993 Sloop Software a member of the ASP Folders adds depth to the Program Manager groups for MS Windows. It gives the ability equivalent to having groups within groups. Each folder can hold any type of file you decide to place in it, including more folders. - Create folders within folders with the ability to cross-link folders, allowing a single folder to be opened by multiple folders. - Extremely easy to use icon selection capability making use of an icon browser box. Change item icons in one single, easy step. Use icons in ICO files, EXE's, DLL's or ICL files. - Drag/drop capability between folders including the ability to drag multiple items at one time. Move or copy items between folders using drag/drop. Launch programs with data files by dragging folder items to the program. - Save the position and size of a folder as well as the item positions in the folder, if desired. - Password protection. Capable of locking individual folders using a password entry scheme. - Run command which stores the last twelve commands entered with no duplication of commands. - Improved associate command. When running items from a folder, multiple programs may be associated with the item's filename extension allowing you to choose the program you wish to run. - Items in folders may be assigned hotkeys for quick access. They may also be set to run minimized or maximized and to inquire for a file parameter when launched. - Display items in a folder as icons, text or push buttons. In icon mode, background color of folder may be set to different colors. - Customizable popup run menu with menu editor dialog to maintain it. Menu items may be set run minimized or maximized and hotkeys may be assigned to them. Installation To install Folders or to install a new version of Folders, follow the steps below. 1. Insert the Folders disk into the appropriate drive (a: or b:). 2. From Program Manager or File Manager select the Run command and type in a:install.exe. If using the b drive, substitute a: with b:. 3. Follow the install program's directions for installing the software. Should this process fail for any reason, follow the instructions for the manual install process given at the end of this file. If you have been using a previous version of Folders, you will be given the opportunity to import it into the new Folders. Uninstalling An uninstall program is provided to remove Folders from your system. To use it, run the program unstall.exe which should be on the Folders program diskette. Getting Started: 1. Once the program is installed, open your first folder located in the Folders group created during install by double-clicking the folder icon. 2. You can rename the folder using the Name command under the File menu. Be sure and rename it in the program group, too. 3. From this folder, or any folder you create, you can make new folders. Simply choose New from the File menu. You can create subfolders within the current folder or new group-level folders such as this first folder. 4. Create whatever folders you want and add items to them using the Add Item command from the Edit menu. For detail information on each command, use either the help menu or read FOLDERS.WRI. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Note that this is a shareware program. As such, you may use it on a trial basis for thirty days. After this time, the program should be registered if it is continued to be used. The cost is $29 plus $2 shipping/handling ($4 for overseas orders). You will receive the latest version of the program and a printed manual. The fee is payable to: Sloop Software 6457 Mesedge Lane Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Be sure and specify your name, address, name of the program and where you obtained the program when registering. Also, specify 3.5" or 5.25" disk. US funds only. For easy ordering, print out the file orderfrm.txt. You may charge your registered version of this program with VISA, MASTERCARD or AMERICAN EXPRESS, by calling the Software Shopper order line at (800) 847-0309. Outside the United States, call (502) 228-4492 or fax to (502) 228-5121 or mail your order to: Software Shopper The Falsoft Building PO Box 385 Prospect, KY 40059 Registration fees and technical support for registered programs are as stated in the author's documentation. Please contact the author for technical assistance with this software. Software Shopper assumes no technical or legal liability for software purchased through the order service. Use the above address for ordering Folders only. CEO is available only directly from Sloop Software. In Europe, contact: WindowShare 32, rue des Frieres 57050 METZ France Telephone 87 30 85 57 For upgrades or site licenses, order from Sloop Software directly. Direct any comments to Sloop Software or email to CompuServe 72540,144, America Online Sloop Soft or Internet 72540.144@compuserve.com. Customer support is available to registered users and to unregistered users during their trial period. This program is produced by a member of the Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle works for you. If you are unable to resolve a shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting the member directly, ASP may be able to help. The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP member, but does not provide technical support for members' products. Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442 or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman, id# 70007,3536. Files on Disk: FOLDERS.EXE - the executable for Folders FLDR_MAN.INI - Folders ini file for manual install FOLDERS.HLP - Folders help file FOLDERS.ICL - icon library included for use FOLDERS.REG - registration info README.TXT - this file FOLDERS.WRI - documentation on folders SMUTILS.EXE - utilities program UNSTALL.EXE - un-install program INSTALL.EXE - Folders install program SETUP.INF - used by install program METER.DLL - used by install program FLD0000.FL0 - empty folder ICONDLG.DLL - icon function library ORDERFRM.TXT - Folders order form LICENSE.TXT - license info VENDOR.DOC - shareware vendor information FILE_ID.DIZ - program description CEOPRESS.TXT - information on CEO:Desktop Manager