Copyright: ®1995, Kenneth G. Kirkpatrick


Contents

What's New This Revision

This Help File contains information for:

The Shareware Version

The Registered Version

The Professional Edition

Miscellaneous

Association of Shareware Professionals

Frequently Asked Questions

Ken Kirkpatrick

Registering This Software

Technical Support

Other Products by Ken Kirkpatrick Software

Our BBS

Neil Enterprises

Procedures

Quick Start

The Main Screen


Association of Shareware Professionals

Kenneth G. Kirkpatrick is a member of The Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP).  ASP wants to make sure 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 49442-9427 USA, or send a CompuServe message via CIS MAIL to ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536.


Ken Kirkpatrick

Kenneth G. Kirkpatrick

Ken Kirkpatrick Software

P.O. Box 981

Taft CA 93268-0981

(805) 763-3545 Voice, Monday - Friday, 9-5 Pacific

(805) 763-3335 FAX 24hrs Daily

(805) 765-4321 BBS - Customer Support - 24hrs Daily

Compuserve  72712,3156

InterNet 72712.3156@compuserve.com


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q.	I like your program, but I want to use the data in Word Perfect

or another program. How can I do that?

      	 A.    You can't. The data is encrypted and in a proprietary

                database. Thousands of hours of work went into the

                compilation of the database, and I cannot allow the info

                to be exported to plain English for any reason.  We do

NOT sell or license our database to anyone.

Q.    	I want to add info to my printout. How can I do that?

       	A.    Because the layout of the page is pre-determined, there is no

                room for "extra" data. (Except for a "Tag Line")

Q.    	I would like some special modifications to your program for my

special needs. I am willing to pay. How do I proceed.

       	 A.     I do not make "special editions." One, because of time

                constraints. Two, I could not possibly keep up with the

                myriad of versions I would have "out there" at update time.

We do, however, welcome suggestions for improvements!

Q.    	I don't like having your name on MY printout! If you would remove

your copyright notice, I might buy!

A.    When you buy a Chevrolet, General Motor's name is all over

                it. When you buy your mom a greeting card, I'll guarantee

                the manufacturer's name in on the back. You own a non-

                exclusive right to use the software. I own the copyright.

                When you buy a dress shirt from Arrow, It says "Arrow" in

                the collar, not "Bob's Shirt."

Q.	Can I copy the program and use it on my other computers?

After all, when I register I have paid for it!

      	  A.    Unless you have a multiple-use site-license, your

                licensing agreement (registered version) provides for

                only one copy. Treat this software as you would a book.

                You may transfer this software from one computer to

                another computer to another so long as there is no

                possibility that it can be used on both computers at

                the same time; just as two people cannot read the same

                book at the same time! You ARE encouraged to give copies

                of the SHAREWARE - try before you buy - Version to your

                friends, BUT are prohibited from copying the registered

                version. It's only fair.

Q.	If I find a typo in your data, how can I get it corrected?

 A.    Should you find a typo (a typing or spelling error) in

                the database, PLEASE make a printout of the name with

                error circled and mail or fax it to us. If you are a

                registered user, we will  post the new database

as an update on our BBS for your download.

Q.	I noticed that this is a SHAREWARE program. What does

that mean?  I've heard different things from different people!

 	 A.    SHAREWARE is a marketing method NOT a type of software.

                With SHAREWARE, you "try-before-you-buy." It's that

                simple. It is NOT free-ware or a "demo" but a fully

                functional program that allows you to evaluate its

                suitability BEFORE you purchase. If you got this

                program from a disk vendor and paid a few dollars for

                it, you paid for disk duplication and distribution only,

                NOT the program itself. SEPARATE payment directly to

                the author is REQUIRED for continued use of a SHAREWARE

                program. This program, for instance, is SHAREWARE and

                we encourage you to try it out! However, after a

                reasonable evaluation period your are expected to

                register this product with the author. Any public

                distribution of the printout is strictly prohibited in the

                SHAREWARE version. Registration brings MANY benefits

                to the owner. Look elsewhere in this documentation for

                the many benefits that await YOU when you register!

                Remember also, that ONLY with YOUR support of SHAREWARE

                products, can we continue to produce quality programs

                like this one!

Q.	Can I use different fonts for the printout?

A.    No. Everything must "fit" just right, and changing the fonts would alter

                the layout.

Q.	I'm just giving the printouts to my friends and relatives,

and I am NOT selling them, do I still have to register?

 A.    ANY distribution of the printout other than for evaluation

                is NOT allowed. This is "Try-before-you-buy" software, not

                a "free" public domain program. Quality Shareware like this

                program can only be made with the continued support of people

                like YOU. In other words, if you like it and use it, then

                register it!


Entering The Name

Enter any name up to fourteen characters. Do NOT captilize the entire name, as the results in Calligraphy would be very unreadable.

The program will automatically capitalize the first letter of the name, you do not need to do so. Leave your keyboard with the caps-lock OFF, the program will do the rest.

This is a FIRST name almanac - do not enter last names as the program will assume the combined words are a first name!

 You will note that the PRINT BUTTONS are "greyed-out" until you have entered at least two letters. There is no name to my knowledge that has less than two characters. This will prevent the program from searching for a non-existent name such as "L" or "T".


Register
Registering This Software

From the main screen of the Shareware Version, "Click" the Registration Button. It will print a registration form that you may mail-in, or FAX. You may also telephone Ken Kirkpatrick Software directly with your order.

We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express or checks in U.S. funds.

 I Need This Program Yesterday!


I Need This Yesterday!

Yes! I can Help. We can ship FedEx Standard Overnight. This service will be billed to you at cost. The order MUST be received BEFORE 12 Noon, Pacific Coast Time. You may phone-in or Fax your order.

Special arragements may be made to E-Mail your product via Compuserve.(Note: this is costly)

Ken Kirkpatrick Software also has a BBS for your convenience. This BBS may be accessed 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week. Upon request your registered program may be downloaded by you directly from our Bulletin Board. It will be password protected and you will be given the password via private E-Mail. This means you can have almost instant access to a registered version! Call for details.

Please call Ken Kirkpatrick Software for any special shipping needs. If we can help, we will!

 While every reasonable attempt will be made to accomodate your deadline, we cannot be responsible for common carrier delays. This means that if the software doesn't arrive on time, we cannot be held responsible nor will we re-ship at our cost. It's only fair!


The Shareware Version

The Shareware, "Try-Before-You-Buy", version is identical to the registered version except for the watermark,"Evaluation Copy" displayed on each copy of the printout. This does not prevent you from fully evaluating the product as the "Watermark" allows reading of the underlying text.

In addition, each registered copy is personalized with your name or company name at the bottom of the printouts and replaces "Your Name Here, etc.."

The "Name" line is mandatory, that is, we will not ship an un-personalized copy of the software. The address line and phone number are optional, but are highly recommended for your repeat business!

Upon registering the Shareware version, you will have the ability to upgrade to the Professional Version, if you desire.

We offer full technical support for the Shareware version, so please do not hesitate to call with you questions or problems. Service before and after the sale are important to us!


The Registered Version

Why Register?

Eliminates the "Evaluation Copy" watermark from your printouts.

Your name or company name in place of "Your Name Here, etc.."

Periodic updates to the massive database available to registered users only.

Availability of specialty paper (from a third party) at reasonable prices to enhance your printed output. (samples sent)

Found a name NOT in the database? Your registered version will allow you to "Export" those names

to a disk to be merged with the master database here at Ken Kirkpatrick Software. For a nominal fee

(or free via our BBS), we will then ship you a new database including your updates PLUS the updates from all the other

registered users. Active participation in the update program will give you perhaps the largest first name

database in the world.

The above changes make the program comercially viable.

One of the FEW programs that actually Makes You Money!

Plus, Satisfaction Guaranteed - We Want You Happy!


The Professional Edition

Registered user have access to update their software at any time to the "Professional Edition."

In addition to all the "Standard" features, the Professional Edition has these added benefits:

1.     Make personalized Mugs and Keychains. The "Pro" edition can produce inserts for specialty mugs and Keychains (you deal directly with the manufacturer for wholsale prices). Any name in the vast database can be put into the "snap" mug or keychain and will be automatically scaled to fit! All you need do is enter the name, "click" the Mugs & Keychains button, and out comes a printout with the cutouts for both the mug & the keychain. Simply "cutout" the paper and insert into the product, "snap" together and you have it!

        The mugs cost you about a dollar and the keychains cost about 60 cents (actual prices set by

manufacturer). The profit potential is self-evident! Most shops that sell personalized, pre-printed mugs and Keychains MIGHT have 200-300 popular names - we have more than 14,500!

2.     Produce a 5" x 7" version to fit popular frames. Money making idea - A dual 5' x 7" frame can contain a  First Name Almanac 5" x 7" on one side and a photo on the other! The 5" x 7" is produced on standard paper with a cutout border and can be placed on the left, middle, or right of the page to capture the best part of any colorful graphic paper!

3.     Produce an 8" x 10" version of the First Name Almanac. The program will produce a printout on standard  paper with a cutout border for an 8" x 10". The information will be scaled to fit inside the 8" x 10" area. Because 8" x 10" frames are the "standard" in the industry, you will open your market to much wider  audience.

4.     Many popular specialty papers have a large 1" to 1.25" grahical border such as a floral pattern or design. Selecting the "Large Bordered Paper" button in the "Pro" edition, will allow the use of these beautiful  papers. The data will be scaled down to fit inside the border and the results are striking!

5.     Make inserts for spill-proof baby sipper mugs. Great gift idea for baby showers and newborns!

6.     Inserts for large 16 oz. Steins

7.     Inserts for insulated can coolers.

8.     Print Preview! See on screen what you will print.

9.     Reverse "Mirror" printing for tee-shirt and mug transfer.

10.   Print in color.

If you would like to see an example of these money-making items, please call Ken Kirkpatrick Software and we will be happy to mail you a full color sheet showing the above products.

As you can see, The Professional Edition has real money-making potential for you!

The Professional Edition Software is available exclusively from Ken Kirkpatrick Software

All compatible products used with The Professional Edition are manufactured and marketed by

NEIL ENTERPRISES, Inc.

(800) 621-5584. Ask for Neil Sales and request a catalog.

Tell 'em Ken Kirkpatrick Software sent you! They'll treat you right!


The Main Screen
Procedures For The Main Screen

Entering The Name

Gender

Print Birthdate?

Select BirthMonth

Enter Birthday

Landscape           	"Print a Single Name in 'Landscape' Mode"

Portrait                   	"Print a Single Name in 'Portrait' mode"

Print Dual Name

Print 5 x 7 *

Print 8 x 10 *

Print Large Border Paper *

Print Baby Sipper Mug *

Print Mugs & Keychains *

Stealth Mode

Alternate Meanings

British English Conventions

* Feature Available in Professional Version Only


Catalog of Products

______________________________________________________________________________________________

The meaning of more than 14,500+ first names. Simply enter any name ,and the birthday if available, press enter and "Voila!", out comes a printout, in Calligraphy, suitable for framing. This program will amaze you with the sheer number of names in its database. Great as a fund-raiser for schools or organizations or as a money maker for the entrepreneur at a swap-meet, street fair or craft show. You've seen this program in malls, now own this software yourself. $49.95 Standard Edition, $99.95 Professional Edition which does personalized mugs & keychains, 5 x 7's, 8 x 10's,'mirror' output and much more!

______________________________________________________________________________________________

"What Happened The Day Your Were Born?" This unique program produces a mini-newspaper front page of the day you were born, graphics and all! No special paper required. There is no other program like it anywhere and is a guaranteed money maker! Shows the headlines of the day, a picture of the President, the Academy Awards, Sports, and much, much more. Sets a  new standard for "What Happened The Day You Were Born" programs. Guaranteed to surpass anything you have ever seen. Salable and suitable for framing, this unique printout will be treasured by all who receive it.  Every date back to January 1, 1900.  $49.95

New Products are being developed all the time. Check with Ken Kirkpatrick Software for new products or dial-up our 24 hr. BBS.


Quick Start

Welcome To First Name Almanac!

This program is designed to print the meaning, in Calligraphy, of more than 14,500+ first names. The program is primarily targeted at entrepreneurs who want to sell the printout in a small business setting such as a craft show, swap-meet, street fair, etc. Also a GREAT fund-raiser for schools and clubs!

There are three versions of this program available. The shareware, try-before-you-buy, fully functional evaluation copy. Upon registration, the end-user receives the registered version. Also available is the Professional Version, which is only available to registered users. There is no Shareware version available for the Professional version.

The program was designed with the novice computer user in mind! Entry of the required data is achieved via a fill in the blanks interface. Simply fill in the required data and press enter, and the program will guide you through the simple process.

Basically, enter the first name, then select the gender, select the birth month (optional), select the birthdate (optional), and finally select one of the print options. That's it! The computer then searches the vast database for your selected name and prints your selection without further interaction.

If the name is not found among the 14,500+ names, then the program will allow you to "link" the name to a more common spelling of your selection, or route you to a "research" screen to allow the searching of the secondary database.

The program also allows for a "tag" line or personal message to be appended to the bottom of your printouts, such as "Happy Birthday from Grandma," or "Compliments of Dewey, Cheatum and Howe Insurance." The "tag" option is selected/deselected via the "Options" menu pull-down.

A graphic may be printed on the dual-name printout between the two names for an added touch. This is particularly useful for Valentine's Day, Weddings, Anniversaries, etc. The graphic may be pre-selected via the "Options" menu pull-down or selected "on-the-fly" upon entering the "dual-name" screen.

Use of Windows "Print Manager" is highly recommended and its use or non-use is indicated on the main screen. You may engage the print spooler by going into the Windows Control Panel and selecting "Printer." Simply check the Print Manager box and return to First Name Almanac. Use of this "tool" will allow you to enter many names and allow them to "spool" or stack-up while the printer is busy, thus freeing your computer.


Gender

Enter the gender (sex) for the name. This is required as many names are "uni-sex," that is they may be suited for males or females. Such names as Pat, Chris and Tracy are examples of uni-sex names. The program does not attempt to link a gender to the name automatically, YOU must select or the program default will be used.

lease note that when you print two names (dual-name), the gender of the second name is automatically the opposite of the first name selected. That is, if you entered Bob for the first name, and pressed Print Dual Names, then the gender of the second name will be pre-selected as Female for you convenience.

This can be overridden to have same-sex dual name printouts by simply re-selecting the desired gender.

Note: The default gender may be set in the 'Preferences' menu.


Print Bithdate?
Print Birthdate?

Many times you will be asked to make a printout for a person(s) for whom you may not know the birthdate. No problem, simply select "No" as your choice, and the birthdate will not be printed. On dual name, if it is not printed for one, it will not print for the other, so that the page will appear balanced graphically.

  Many people also object to any mention of the Zodiac in the printout. Simply go to the "OPTIONS" pull-down menu from the main screen and de-select this option and NO Zodiac/Astrology data will be printed.


Select Birthmonth

Easy! Simply cursor up or down with your arrow keys or click the appropriate selection with your mouse and then hit 'Enter'. This selection will be enabled unless you chose NOT to print the birthdate.


Enter Birthday

Enter the two digit number for the birthday such as 01 for one or 10 for ten. When highlighted with your mouse the selection will be overwritten with your entry. After entry you may press Enter or move to the next selection.

The default YES/NO use Birthdate can be changed via the 'Preferences' menu.


Print Single Name
Landscape  -   Print Single Name in Landscape Mode

This is by far the most popular print choice, as most of your printouts will utilize this option. After you have entered the name, selected the gender, entered the birthday, then you may click on this button or any of the print options to complete the operation.

From here the program and your computer take over, and the name, if found on the first pass, will be printed.

Now is a good time to discuss, "What happens if the program can't find a name?" First Name Almanac has in its database more than 14,500+ first names from around the world. Granted, most of the name are from English speaking countries, however, many cultures are represented. We have, in addition, many African-American names, which for the most part are created.

If the program alerts you with a message box that says that your requested name was not found, you have some options. First, it will find the closest name alphabetically to your selection and present it to you as an option. Remember, the program will ALWAYS use your spelling regardless of the definition used. If the choice offered is acceptable, then click "YES." You may also cancel and return back to enter another name. Ah!, but there is a third option. If you don't like the choice given as an alternative to your requested name then select "NO" and you will routed to another screen.

If the name you seek is simply an unusual spelling of a more common name, then enter the name into the text box provided and click "OK." However, if the name is so unusual that there simply is no equivalent name then choose "RESEARCH" and the program will search its SECONDARY database for the name. Most of the time, most any name can be found. In addition, each time this option is utilized, the name is automatically entered in an external file so that it may be sent to Ken Kirkpatrick Software for inclusion into the primary or MASTER database. Click on EXPORT from the main screen to export these names to a floppy disk. Registered users may ship this disk to Ken Kirkpatrick Software at any time and for an nominal fee get these names included into a new database and mailed back to the registered user. If all users participate in this interactive database exchange, the first name database will grow into the world's largest!


BBS
Ken Kirkpatrick Software BBS

For your convenience, we have established a BBS (Bulletin Board Service).

(805) 765-4321 , 24 hrs. Daily.  (8-N-1) Up to 28.8 Baud, True V.34

This service will provide you with the latest shareware versions of our products, along with the technical support for those who wish to communicate directly with the author.

In addition, registered users may receive additional access not available to the general public, such as Free Updates for Life!

There is never a charge and you are encouraged to utilize this resource at any time. It will always contain the most up to date programs and information for our Try-Before-You-Buy and registered customers.

On MAJOR advantage of our bulletin board is the availability of your registered version via the BBS. Upon request and REASONABLE notice we can upload a registered version of any of our programs to our BBS and you may download the private file at your convenience. Call Ken Kirkpatrick Software for details.

This, of course, means that you must register over the phone with a credit card prior to the download.


Print Dual Name

This option allows the printing of two names side-by-side! Very popular for Valentines, anniversaries, and weddings. When this print option is chosen you will be routed to a second input screen for data entry. Simply fill in the blanks as you did for the first name, then select "Print." If both names are found in the database, the program will simply print your selection.


Print 5 x 7

Selecting this option, available only in the Professional Edition, prints your selected name in a 5" x 7" format. Using standard 8 1/2" x 11" paper, the program will draw a 5 x 7 border for cutout and place your data inside the the border. The 5 x 7 is oriented in "Portrait" mode so as to fit popular 5 x 7 frames. Note that it will actually print on the 8 1/2 x 11 paper in "Landscape" mode but the cutout will be "portrait" oriented.

As a sales idea, many of our customers print a 5 x 7 and place it in a dual 5 x 7 frame with the "Almanac" on one side and a 5 x 7 photo on the other, a great inexpensive gift idea!

 The cutout may be positioned on the left, center, or right of the 8 /12 x 11 page so that you may capture the best part of the paper should your be using pre-printed color paper. As an example, you may wish to place the cutout over the right hand portion of a paper that contains a rainbow on the right side. This positioning is set in the Options pull-down menu on the main screen.

Should you wish to eliminate the pre-printed "cutout border" , simply "uncheck" that option in the Options pull-down menu. This can be re-enabled at any time by re-selecting that option. Note that all menu options are "sticky", that is, they will remain that way until you change them again.

Frames available from Neil Enterprises.


Print Large Border Paper

Many "designer" papers available today have large graphic borders such as flowers or balloons. These large bordered papers usually have about an 1 1/4" "border" area. Since this area is non-printable, the text must be scaled down to fit inside the printable area. That's why we have this option, available only in the Professional Edition.

When this print option is chosen, the entire printed page is "shrunk" to fit inside this 1 1/4" border and the result is stunning!

Frames available from Neil Enterprises.


Print Baby Sipper Mug

This great gift idea option, only available in the Professional Edition, prints a cutout to fit inside a Baby Sipper mug. An exact "cutout" is produced on an 8 1/2" x 11" paper.

Simply cut out the insert and place it inside the baby sipper mug, snap-on the lid, and you have produced a salable personalized mug. Great gift idea for newborns and baby showers.

The Baby Sipper Mug and other Professional Version supplies are available from our Authorized supplier:

Neil Enterprises


Print Mugs & Keychains

Perhaps the most popular option available to Professional Edition users, this selection makes an insert for an insulated coffee mug and 2 x 3" snap keychain.

No need for gender or birthdate, this button located next to the name input box is perhaps the easiest to use. Simply type in any name and "click" this button. If the name is found in the database, no further interaction is required, and your printer will produce the page with the cutouts. Just cut out the mug insert or keychain insert and place them inside the mug or keychain. That's it!

Mugs and Keychains available from Neil Enterprises.


Print 8 x 10

Since the most popular frames are NOT 8 1/2" x 11" but rather 8" x 10", we have made this print option available to our users of the Professional Edition.

Selecting this option prints an 8" x 10" cutout border on 8 1/2" x 11" paper and "shrinks" the data to fit inside the cutout area. Simply cut along the lines and the finished product fits nicely into an 8" x 10" frame.

Frames available from Neil Enterprises.


NEIL ENTERPRISES

The official supplier for First Name Almanac "Professional Edition" products. The software is specifically designed to fit their products. A catalog and additional information regarding their products may be obtained by calling them at:

NEIL Enterprises

940 Forest Edge Drive

Vernon Hills, IL 60061 USA

Toll Free   1-800-621-5584 or (708) 913-8866 / FAX (708) 913-8872

Tell them you are using Ken Kirkpatrick Software!

Products Currently Being Used are:

# 984     2" x 3" Snapin Key Tag

# 522     11oz Snap Mug

# 525	16oz. Stein

# 529	Can Cooler

# 447     5" x 7" Double Frames

# 520     5 oz Snap Baby Cup

# 448     11" x 8 1/2" Easel Frame

# 436     5" x 7" Easel Frame

Neil Enterprises is an independent supplier of products and has NO affiliation with Ken Kirkpatrick Software. You will deal directly with and make payment to Neil Enterprises for their products. Neil Enterprises does NOT sell Ken Kirkpatrick Software, ONLY the compatible supplies.


Portrait - Single Name
Portrait - Print Single Name in Portrait Mode

This will produce a printout in 'portrait' mode, that is, normal orientation for a printout. After you have entered the name, selected the gender, entered the birthday, then you may click on this button or any of the print options to complete the operation.

From here the program and your computer take over, and the name, if found on the first pass, will be printed.

 Now is a good time to discuss, "What happens if the program can't find a name?" First Name Almanac has in its database more than 14,500+ first names from around the world. Granted, most of the name are from English speaking countries, however, many cultures are represented. We have, in addition, many African-American names, which for the most part are created.

If the program alerts you with a message box that says that your requested name was not found, you have some options. First, it will find the closest name alphabetically to your selection and present it to you as an option. Remember, the program will ALWAYS use your spelling regardless of the definition used. If the choice offered is acceptable, then click "YES." You may also cancel and return back to enter another name. Ah!, but there is a third option. If you don't like the choice given as an alternative to your requested name then select "NO" and you will routed to another screen.

If the name you seek is simply an unusual spelling of a more common name, then enter the name into the text box provided and click "OK." However, if the name is so unusual that there simply is no equivalent name then choose "RESEARCH" and the program will search its SECONDARY database for the name. Most of the time, most any name can be found. In addition, each time this option is utilized, the name is automatically entered in an external file so that it may be sent to Ken Kirkpatrick Software for inclusion into the primary or MASTER database. Click on EXPORT from the main screen to export these names to a floppy disk. Registered users may ship this disk to Ken Kirkpatrick Software at any time and for an nominal fee get these names included into a new database and mailed back to the registered user. If all users participate in this interactive database exchange, the first name database will grow into the world's largest!


The Stealth Feature

Beginning version 3.8a, this new feature allows you to 'research' a name in the background.

That is, when invoked by selecting this option from the 'Options' menu, you no longer need

to interact with the program in order to print a name that the database doesn't find on the

first  pass.

As an example, if previously you entered the name 'Trameeka', a message box would pop

up and tell you that the name 'Trameeka' was NOT found and would suggest the closest

match alphabetically. If you chose not to take the suggestion, then you would be routed to

another screen which would allow you to either 'Link' the name or 'Research.'

When invoked, the 'Stealth' option eliminates that. Why Stealth? Many of your customers

will assume that you are 'manipulating' the data when you 'Link' or 'Research' a name.

Because your customer may be 'looking over your shoulder,' this new option will allow you

to print ANY name without further intervention. It will, of course, continue to write this 'unknown'

name to the newnames file for future export.

Note: When activated, you will note a small yellow rectangle in the lower right-hand corner

of the name input area. This alerts you that 'Stealth' is ON. Also, if Stealth is activated, a

small 'lighting bolt' will be seen on the "Printing..." overlay. This tells you (secretly) that the

name was 'researched.' When 'Stealth' is in action, the program will NEVER turn you down!


British English Conventions

Allows persons living in the U.K. to use a British English dictionary instead of the American English dictionary. The printed output can contain thousands of words that by default use American English spelling, such as 'center'. The British English spelling would be 'centre.'

By selecting the 'Preferences', 'System-Wide Defaults' menu, you can toggle between American and British English conventions. This selection also alters the date format on the printouts between, for I  example, August 21 for American conventions and 21 August, for British conventions.

We encourage persons living in the U.K. to advise us of any awkward phrases or odd meanings, etc. and report them to us for inclusion in our U.K. version.


Mirror Printing
Reverse or "Mirror" Printing

Professional Version only

This feature allows the program to output a 'mirror' image of the

selected item. In order to print a First Name Almanac on a tee-shirt , for example, the image

on the transfer paper must be a reverse or mirror image, so that when placed face-down on

the material and heat-pressed the final result will be imaged correctly.

This feature, of course, requires that you have the proper dye-sublimation or thermal-wax

printer, transfer paper and a heat press for tee-shirts or mugs.

Clicking on the 'Mirror' button will toggle this function. It is a 'sticky' control. That is, it will remain

in it's chosen state until re-clicked.


Alternate Meaning

Let's face it, not all names have a flattering meaning. Take 'Sheila' , for instance.

It has two meanings, both  horrible. The first is 'Blind' from the Latin 'caecus.'

The second is from the Roman family name Caecilius meaning "a member of the

(legless) lizard family." Just the thing for the for the baby's nursery.

If you click the "Alternate Meaning" box just under the name input box, we'll give

you a much more pleasant meaning, and this is available for most any name.

What's more, it's all done in the background with no intervention on your part other

than selecting "Alternate Meaning."


Male or Female Default
Male or Female as Default

This is very straight forward. You may now select Male or Female as the default gender.

Previously, Male was the default.

Choose 'Preferences', 'System-Wide Defaults' from the main menu to set your choice.


Mug Insert With Keychain

Professional Version Only

Introduced by popular demand, this feature allows you to print a coffee mug insert on

the same page as the keychain. Previously, two separate printouts were required to

obtain the inserts. To set this option, select 'Preferences', 'System-Wide Defaults'

from the main menu.

The coffee mug only option now prints just the insert high on the page to allow the

'flipping' of the paper and printing another on the same page


Tag Line

From the 'Options' menu, select this feature. When selected, you may print a

'Tag Line', or personal message on any product including all the mugs and

keychains if you have the Professional Edition.

The message may be up to 80 characters long and when invoked, a dialog

box will pop-up asking for your message. Your message will be stored and

may be called at any time. When selected, the message will be printed on

everything until cancelled by you.


Free Updates
Free Updates!

Free updates for the life of the product! That's right, all long as you own your First Name Almanac,

standard or Professional Version, you are entitled to FREE updates electronically for the life

of the product. Free updates are ONLY available from our in-house BBS. If you require the update

to be mailed, there will be a nominal fee to cover postage, disk costs and handling. We do NOT

mail updates automatically to anyone due to time constraints.

We encourage you to call our BBS often for updates and new product information


Print Centering
Print Centering on Dual Name

Some printers, notably ink jets, have difficulty center the output of the dual name option.

We have now added the ability for you to move the entire printed portion of the dual name

printout up to one inch left or right in 1/1000" increments.

Select 'Preferences', 'Print Centering' from the main menu to adjust your printed output.

Note: This option ONLY affects the output of Dual Name (two names printed side-by-side.)

This option is NOT printer specific and will affect the printout regardless of the printer selected.

It IS 'Sticky,' that is, it will remain with the offset chosen until changed. Millimeters as well as

inches for international customers.


What's New

Whats New This Version?

Date	Version	Type	Comments

08/22/95	3.8d	Minor	Improved internal bitmap compression resulting

in smaller program size & better efficiency.

Internal improvements for Windows 95 compatibility.

Ability in "System Wide" Preferences to set

output of Dual Name printout to 80% of normal.

(In effect, shrinks output to conform with 8" x10")

Corrected  -  Birthdate Yes/No in Dual Name did

not respond to global setting in System-Wide

Preferences.

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08/20/95	3.8c	Minor	Added three new graphics for dual-name printout

 1) 'lil Boy	 2) 'lil Girl	3) Christian Cross

Enhanced centering and location of dual-name

graphics, and sizing of text.

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08/17/95	3.8b	Minor	Added ability to keep track of number of printouts

actually printed for accounting purposes. This may

be useful if you want to know how many you sold or

produced on a given day. There is the ability to

"zero" out or reset the count, with a separate counter

indicating how many times the count has been

reset. This option is found under the menu item 'Special'

Corrected omission of allowing viewing of alternate

meaning on Print Preview (Pro Version only)

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08/13/95	3.8a	Major	Added reverse "mirror" printing capability for

dye sublimation, heat transfer printing on tee-shirts,

etc. Pro Version Only.

Added British English support for U.K. customers.

Go to 'Preferences' from the main screen and

select 'System-Wide Defaults.'  Will correct spelling

and syntax to British conventions.

 	(example: color vs colour)

Added a "Stealth" option. Selecting this option from

the 'Options' menu allows you to bypass the

'Research' function if the name is not found on the

first pass. Instead, it will do the 'research' in the

background and print the name without any

intervention.

Added "Alternate Meaning" checkbox just below

name input. If you don't like the meaning given by

the database, check this option and let the program

search for another. Try it with the name 'Sheila'

without this feature and then with the 'alternate.'

Added the ability to set "Male" or "Female" as the default setting instead of enforcing "male" as the standard. Also added the ability to choose to use and print the birthdate as default. Previously, the default was YES only. Set these options in the menu "Preferences." "System-Wide Defaults."

Added the ability to print a mug insert with the keychain on the same paper, or not. Many felt it was a waste of paper to print both on separate pieces of paper. Select/Unselect this option from the 'System Defaults' under the 'Preferences' menu choice. Pro Version Only.

Added Tag Line to all products. Formerly a custom message was only available on single, dualname, etc. Now available on mugs, keychains. Pro Version Only.

Added new policy of  "Free Updates"  for the life

of the product. Requires that you obtain updates

'electronically' via our in-house BBS at

805.765.4321.Never buy another update! (Professional version upgrade is not an update from standard version.)

Added ability to "tweak" (adjust) print centering on dual-name printout. Many printers cannot correctly center this page output. By selecting this menu option under 'Preferences,' Page Centering,' you may move the entire printed area 1 inch left or right of center in thousands of an inch increments.

Add this "What's New?" screen that will activate upon any update of the program. Appears only one time, but may be accessed through 'Help.'

Changed birthdate format on printout to ordinal numbers. Previously, printout said " Customer was born on June 21." Now says " Customer was born on the 21st of June." A little more cosmetic...