************************* * HotBar Version 1.20 * ************************* What is HotBar? HotBar is a small, unobtrusive tool for accessing commonly used files. Though it is similar to the Windows Taskbar in appearance and function, instead of containing the icons of open applications, HotBar contains the icons of your favorite files and/or applications. When one of HotBar's icons is clicked on, that file is launched with its associated application. HotBar can be conveniently hidden on any edge of the screen (top, bottom, right, or left) and can also be made invisible while other programs are in use. When you want to access a file through HotBar, simply move your mouse to the edge of your screen and it will appear. How do I install HotBar? -To install HotBar simply run the provided Setup.exe program and HotBar will easily and quickly be installed on to your machine. HotBar is automatically installed under your Program Files\HotBar directory. How do I uninstall HotBar? -To uninstall HotBar simply run the uninstall.exe program which can be found in the same directory as HotBar. Changes from 1.15: -Slight alteration in order form. -Internal workings of HotBar changed slightly. -STKIT432.DLL (necessary for installation) now included in zip. Changes from 1.10: -Bug in setup program resolved. Changes from 1.00a: -HotBar's web address was added throughout the program. http://www.nb.net/~michaelr/hotbar -HotBar's default colors were changed. -Help and readme file appear on HotBar for first time usage. -Minor bug fixed concerning the movement of the mouse and the pop-up of file names. -Topic corrected in a Message Box. -New Installation Program. -New Un-installation Program. -Small changes made to the way HotBar saves its configurations. -HotBar will not run with multiple instances. -Minor bug fixed with displaying drive names. *Important Note* -HotBar is a fully functioning Shareware program. You may use HotBar for 30 days and if after this test period you are not pleased with HotBar then you must delete it from your computer using the provided uninstall program. If you would like to use HotBar past the 30 day trial period then you must pay for the licensed version by registering your copy of HotBar. Registration can be done by filling out the order form from within HotBar and by sending it along with $15 US dollars in the form of cash or money order to: Michael Righi 224 Rainprint Sq. Murrysville PA, 15668 United States You may freely distribute HotBar as long as all of the original files are included. You can contact the author of HotBar through his above mailing address or by email at michaelr@cryogen.com