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How to Insert JavaScripts.

Note : This feature is disabled in HTML Editor version 2009 and higher. However, you can still insert your own JavaScripts and save them as snippets. For more information about customizing...

How to Use the Open From Web Function.

With the HTML Editor, you can import published webpages from the Internet and open them in the program. To do this, go to File > Open From Web . This opens the Open From Web window ,...

I Can't View the Help File.

Note : In HTML Editor version 2009 and later, the .chm help file was replaced with a PDF. To upgrade to the latest version of the HTML Editor, download it from your My Products page . If you...

I Don't Know HTML. Can I Still Use the Program?

Using CoffeeCup HTML requires that you understand the basics of HTML, but you don't need to be an expert. In fact, just reading the online help articles should be enough to get you up and...

I Receive an Error That Refers to MFC42.dll.

When you receive this error, it means that the version of MFC42.dll on your computer is older than the one installed with the program. For whatever reason, the file is not being updated during...

I See Strange Characters on My Page when I Preview My Website.

Some of our users have reported that they see strange characters like "Ã¥ fÃ¥" when they preview their webpages. These characters do not appear in the...

Internal Preview Uses

The HTML Editor's internal preview will emulate Internet Explorer to display a preview of your code. However, there are a few things you should know before wondering why some of your code...

Is There a JavaScript or HTML Debugger Included in the Program?

There are no JavaScript debugging tools in HTML Editor, but there is an HTML code cleaner that can find unclosed and unsupported tags, as well as other anomalies in your code. To access it, go...

Left-Align Your Code

Individual HTML code style is kind of like handwriting — everyone's is a little different. For instance, some designers love using indents to help organize their code and set certain...

My Thumbnail Images are a Different Size than I Specified.

When you create a thumbnail using the Insert Image window , you have the option of specifying the height and width of the thumbnail image. However, the exact values you enter may not appear in...

Previewing Your Work in the HTML Editor.

There are a ton of different options available for previewing your work in the HTML Editor. After all, it's good web design practice to view your website in several different browsers to...

Squares or Question Marks Appear in Place of Spaces.

These characters will appear in place of spaces if the text was originally written in another application, such as Microsoft Word, and then copied and pasted into the Visual Editor tab . The...

Switching Between Open Files

There are a couple of different options for switching between open files in the HTML Editor. Window Menu The Window menu allows you to see all the files open in the Editor. Click...

Uploading Files to Your Server.

If you want other people to be able to view your website on the Internet, you'll need to upload it to a server. The logistics of this process are a little hazy for some beginners, so...

Using Find and Replace

If your site has more than one page — like pretty much every website ever — then you know that making a global change can be pretty difficult. For example, say you want to replace...

Using Snippets

If you've ever been frustrated at having to type the same piece of code over and over, you'll love snippets. A snippet is a piece of code stored in the HTML Editor that can be used...

Using the Code Cleaner.

If you've ever tried to edit someone else's code, you know how much of a hassle it can be to pick through a style that isn't your own. Reformatting can be a pain, but with the HTML...

Using the Frame Designer

So, you're ready to put your coding experience to the test by creating a page with frames? The HTML Editor can give you a boost with its Frame Designer. Here's how you work with it:...

Vista Isn't Displaying the Files in my Working Folder.

By default, the HTML Editor will save files in the Working folder, which is located at C:\Program Files\CoffeeCup Software\Working . However, Vista may interfere with this process, creating a...

What are the System Requirements for CoffeeCup HTML Editor?

To use the latest version of CoffeeCup HTML Editor, you must be using Windows XP Service Pack 3, Windows Vista, or Windows 7/8  with Internet Explorer 8.0 or higher. If you are using a...

What is a Horizontal Rule?

A horizontal rule (<hr>) is a line that goes across a webpage, like so: That was just a default horizontal rule — it's totally possible to create stylish ones, too! To...

What is the Difference Between a Layout and a Theme in the HTML Editor?

A layout includes the HTML for a basic webpage structure and allows you to provide your own content. This gives you more freedom over the appearance of your design. A theme includes three...

Why Do I See a Box with a Red X Where My Image is Supposed to Be?

There are a couple of different issues that could explain why your images are not displaying correctly: Note : Most of these problems can be solved by transitioning to using Website...