The HTMLib Help File

One of the handiest tools I've found in learning HTML is a file compiled by Stephen Le Hunte. It's in Windows HLP format and provides a quick reference to the HTML elements and attributes in current use.

This isn't an HTML tutorial, nor an in depth discussion of the current (and prospective) specs. It is, however, an extremely useful utility for those using Windows. Definitions and examples are provided for just about everything, each one no more than a couple of mouse clicks away. Full Search capabilities are available in the WIN9x version.

So, what exactly is it? A standard Windows help file that includes:

Versions

Note: Files mirrored here are version 3.0. Version 4.0 adds support for CSS, Dynamic HTML, Scripting, and requires at least IE4. However, the author is no longer supporting it. But if you want to scope it out, you can find it archived here.

Version 3 covers the basics, and is still pretty useful for me. I have three variants stored here. All are available for downloading.


For Windows 9x:

The Full Version includes the main files, the Colour Wizard, and the required Visual Basic 4 Runtime files. A setup routine is provided. More information is available in the Full version installation notes.
Download file: htmlib9530.zip (2.3 Megs)

An alternate Lite version is also available. To keep the download as small as possible, the VB4 runtime files and setup program are not included. This is for those who may be using an existing version and just want to update, those who already have the required runtime files, or those who don't want to use the Colour Wizard. Before downloading this version, please check the Lite version installation notes.
Download file: htmlib9530lite .zip (450k)


For Windows 3.1

The Win 3.1 version includes the main file, but not the Colour Wizard, or other advanced features available with WIN9x. To install, simply unzip to the directory of your choice.
Download file: htmlib30.zip (350k)

HTMLib is free, but is subject to the enclosed license agreement, so please take a moment to read it.

Have fun ...

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Yo: If you're seeing the same thing I am (hey, this is the Web, so let's not make any crazy assumptions), you may have noticed that the screen shots I've included don't have the usual 256 color dithering that browsers are wont to do. It used to be there. But there's a workaround. Not 100% guaranteed all the time, in all situations (what is?) Still, if you've been frustrated by this, you owe it to yourself to visit Victor Engel's Netscape Palette Page.