Evrsoft's 1st Page 2000
January 12, 2000
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Skeptics will say that you don't get something for nothing,
but most internet site creators figure it never
hurts to try. That is why I have 15
html editors
in my current inventory, many of which have never seen
the light of day after that initial curiosity. However,
this week I added one that looks like a keeper.
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Evrsoft's 1st Page 2000 (version 2.0) provides many features
that even the high-priced editors do not offer, and it has
one major advantage -- it's free. Yes, that's right, no
charge! While it may not be the very best thing in life, it
certainly rates high among html editors, so color me the
optimist.
1st Page is designed to be used by just about anyone.
It can operate in any of four different modes --
easy, normal, advanced/expert, and hardcore -- which
the user can select based on their ability and
knowledge. The differences in the levels include
interface, automation, and depth of options.
For those with any experience building sites
(WYSIWYG doesn't count), "normal" mode is a good place
to start. It has icons across the top and under the
menu to help you easily find things, with more in-depth
options popping down from them. Once you learn where
things are, you could easily step up the next
mode and save screen acreage.
In Normal mode, you will more easily become acquainted
with the "extras" that make the program worth a
look for anyone.
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One of the icons says "Scripts," and when you click
it you have, among other things, 400+
javascripts to
place into your document at the touch of a button.
Fancy page intros, text tricks, image slight of hand,
and many others are offered.
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Additionally, the program has several
DHTML scripts
included, which can spice up a sight even more
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The usual table, form, frame, and image insertion gems
are available. Although the table creation module
is least desirable, it is adequate.
HTML coding can
be colorized throughout to help you find things more
easily.
The program has its own built-in viewer, and in the
main window, behind the editor and viewer, is
Reference information, which can help you solve your
html problems by moving just one click away.
When you are done with your page or site, you can
FTP your work online without leaving the program It
has its own, built-in transfer program.
While the program is a no-nag freeware program, it
has a splash screen that drove me nuts until I went to
preferences and shut it off. However, that same splash
screen can be a major plus for more inexperienced users.
1st Page does not have that "comfortable" feel that you
get with Allaire's HomeSite or even the freebie
great Site-Aid, but it isn't far behind and compensates
by offering many "extras." Beyond that, it is more
appealing and comfortable than most others on the market.
After trying it initially, I found myself "stealing"
stuff from 1st Page and using it in HomeSite for a client
this past week. Perhaps in time comfort will come.
Even if it doesn't, I figure I'm only out a few minutes of
downloading time, and I've already got my money's worth.
What's it called again? Evrsoft's 1st Page 2000 (Version 2.0)
Where can you get it?
http://www.evrsoft.com/download/
How big is it? 5.2 MB
What does it cost? Zero, zilch, nada.
What are some of the features? 400+ javascripts, 15 dhtml
scripts, 17 perl scripts, 6 html scripts, 2 cgi
scripts.
Is it worth your time? For the price, with all the features,
yes.
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