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SnagIt Twin Pack - README.TXT 29 May 1996
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. WHAT IS SNAGIT?
1.1 What is the SnagIt Twin Pack?
2. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Evaluation Package Contents
3. GETTING HELP
3.1 Using On-line Help
3.2 SnagIt Support
4. FIXES AND ENHANCEMENTS
4.1 32-bit Version - SnagIt/32
4.2 16-bit Version - SnagIt
5. KNOWN PROBLEMS OR LIMITATIONS
5.1 32-bit Version - SnagIt/32
5.2 16-bit Version - SnagIt
6. SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
6.1 Installation Instructions
6.2 Uninstall Instructions
6.3 Manual Uninstall Instructions
7. STARTING AND USING SNAGIT
7.1 SnagIt Default Settings
7.2 Invoking SnagIt with <CTRL><SHIFT><P>
7.3 Using the Mouse to Select Images
8. REGISTERING SNAGIT TWIN PACK
8.1 Using CompuServe's SWREG Forum
8.2 International Distributors
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1. WHAT IS SNAGIT?
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SnagIt has been providing Microsoft Windows users with an easy way
to capture and print Windows screens since it was first released in
1991. In "Windows 3.1 Secrets," author Brian Livingston calls
SnagIt "the print utility Microsoft Windows forgot."
SnagIt allows Windows users to capture an entire screen, an
individual window or a user defined portion of the screen. SnagIt
also accepts input directly from the Windows clipboard or a Windows
bitmap (BMP) file. Once captured, SnagIt will send the image to the
printer, the clipboard, a graphics file or to e-mail.
Captured images can be pasted into other Windows applications such
as word processors and desktop publishing programs from the Windows
clipboard or by importing the images from saved graphic files.
Software developers will find that SnagIt's full DDE support allows
it's functionality to easily be incorporated into other Windows
applications. SnagIt also provides MAPI support for Windows 95 and
NT, allowing captured images to be readily sent in an e-mail message.
1.1 What is the SnagIt Twin Pack?
Many organizations are in the early stages of the transition from
Windows 3.1x to Windows 95 or NT. To assist during this period,
TechSmith is offering the SnagIt Twin Pack. It includes a 16-bit
version, tailored for Windows 3.1x, as well as a true 32-bit version
for Windows 95 and NT. The setup program automatically detects the
workstation's operating environment and loads the appropriate
version. The purchaser is licensed to run either version and to
switch between them without further payment. Purchasing the Twin
Pack provides the benefits of running SnagIt today without the
penalty of Windows 95 or NT upgrade fees in the future.
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2. SNAGIT TWIN PACK SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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In order to run SnagIt, your system must meet these specifications:
o An IBM PC or compatible that meets the minimum hardware
requirements for your version of Microsoft Windows.
o Microsoft Windows 3.1x, Windows For Workgroups 3.1x,
Windows NT 3.5x or Windows 95 installed and configured on your
system.
o A mouse or other pointing device
o For printed output, a Windows-supported printer that can print
bitmaps. (This includes most of the laser, dot matrix and ink jet
printers that Windows supports. Plotters are not recommended for
use with SnagIt due to their inability to print bitmaps.)
2.1 Evaluation Package Contents
Included in the SnagIt Twin Pack archive file are the following
files:
file_id.diz Describes the contents of the archive file.
readme.txt This file.
register.txt Product registration instructions.
setup.exe Installation and setup program.
snagit.exe 16 bit executable for Windows 3.1x.
snagit.hlp Windows Help file fox the 16 bit SnagIt.
snagit32.exe 32 bit executable for Windows 95 & Windows NT.
snagit32.hlp Windows Help file for the 32 bit SnagIt.
snagww.doc Macro for incorporating SnagIt into Microsoft Word
for Windows 2.0 and 6.0.
tscunst.exe SnagIt uninstall program for Windows 95/NT only.
vendinfo.diz Product information for distributors.
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3. GETTING HELP
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3.1 Using SnagIt's On-line Help
SnagIt's on-line Help system is compatible with the Windows Help
subsystems. The SnagIt Help file contains all of the information
you'll need to use SnagIt, except for the SnagIt installation
procedure. This (README.TXT) file describes how to install SnagIt.
To access SnagIt Help, select Help from the SnagIt menu bar, then
Help Index from the drop-down menu.
To get a quick overview of SnagIt essentials, select Quick Help from
the Help menu.
To acquire information about your screen mode and printer type,
select System Info from the Help menu.
When you register SnagIt, you will receive a software key that will
disable the evaluation time-limit and remove all registration
reminder screens.
3.2 SnagIt Support
TechSmith is committed to providing a reliable, high-quality product
that is easy to use. If you have any problem installing or
using SnagIt, we want to know about it.
You can contact TechSmith by mail, phone, or fax. TechSmith also
provides electronic support through CompuServe, the World Wide Web
and e-mail.
TechSmith Corporation Support: snagit@techsmith.com
P.O. Box 4758 WWW : http://www.techsmith.com
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758 USA FAX : 517-333-1888
In any communication with TechSmith regarding a problem with SnagIt,
please clearly state the following:
o The product name and version number.
o Your name, address, e-mail address and telephone number.
o Your hardware and software configuration.
o A description of the problem, and what you were trying to do when
the problem occurred.
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4. FIXES AND ENHANCEMENTS
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4.1 32-bit Version - SnagIt/32
v3.1.0 New Auto Scroll input option. This enables you to
capture vertical scrolling windows and regions.
Added GIF file output.
Added JPEG output quality parameter.
Added color reduction to 256 or 16 color images.
Added Dither format option.
Enhanced Printer output configuration settings.
Updated client area display and added toolbar.
Image dimensions shown on region and Auto Scroll captures.
Revised user interface dialog boxes for Alert, Color
Boost, Printer Output, and Scale Option.
Fixed problem with JPEG file output - "premature end of
file" that was reported by some viewers.
v3.0.1 SnagIt/32(T) has received the
"Designed For Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 95" Logo.
The image of the mouse cursor is correctly captured
using the Include Cursor option.
The Include Cursor option is active for the Last Active
Window input selection.
A 32-bit MAPI mail client is no longer required to be
running for the MAPI output option to function.
Added uninstall option for Windows 95 and Windows NT.
Added long file name support for the Automatic File
Naming feature.
v3.0.0 Windows NT and Windows 95 version. Added JPEG file
support, compressed BMP file support, MAPI output, Print
Screen Key activation.
4.1 16-bit Version - SnagIt
v2.6 Added software key registration. Fixed problem with
detecting default printer changes.
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5. KNOWN PROBLEMS OR LIMITATIONS
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5.1 32-bit Version - SnagIt/32
o SnagIt/32 hangs on e-mail output on Windows 95 if only 16-bit
MS Mail has been configured (i.e. MAPI is in use, but neither
MS Exchange or any other 32-bit MAPI mail client has been
configured).
5.2 16-bit Version - SnagIt
o Does not support any of the SnagIt/32 v3.1 additions or
enhancements.
o Does not support e-mail as an output (i.e. MAPI mail clients).
o Does not support GIF, JPEG or compressed BMP graphic file
formats.
o Does not support using the PrintScreen key to initiate a
capture.
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6. SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
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6.1 Installation Instructions
The SnagIt installation program SETUP.EXE is a Microsoft Windows
application. You must have Windows, Windows for Workgroups, Windows
NT or Windows 95 installed prior to installing SnagIt. Setup will
automatically detect the version of Windows in use and copy the
appropriate files during the install. To install SnagIt, perform
the following steps:
1. Start Windows, if you haven't already done so.
2. Insert the SnagIt Twin Pack diskette into a floppy drive.
For Windows 95 users:
3. From the Start menu, select Run
For Windows 3.1x and Windows NT users:
3. From the Program Manager menu bar, choose File, and select Run
from the drop down menu.
For all users:
4. In the dialog box, enter:
a:\setup
(If you are installing SnagIt from a diskette drive other than
the A drive, you will need to change the drive letter in the
command line above.)
5. Click on the OK button.
6. When you have finished entering the setup information, click on
the Install button to install SnagIt.
6.2 Uninstall Instructions
If after installing SnagIt Twin Pack, you find it necessary to
remove the software from your computer, perform the following steps:
Uninstall instructions for Windows 95
1. Run the Windows 95 Control Panel
2. Open the Add/Remove Programs applet from Control Panel.
3. Select SnagIt from the list of applications that can uninstalled
by Windows.
4. Click on the Add/Remove button to uninstall SnagIt.
Uninstall instructions for Windows NT
1. Select the FILE RUN menu option in Program Manager.
2. Type in the command line the following:
TSCUNST /UN /E{path of SnagIt EXE} /Psnagit32 /Gsnagit
where {path of SnagIt EXE} is the complete path and filename
of the SnagIt executable. For example:
TSCUNST /UN /Ec:\snagit32\snagit32.exe /Psnagit32 /Gsnagit
3. Press OK to uninstall SnagIt.
If the uninstall program encounters errors, or if you have
Windows 3.x, see the following section for uninstall instructions.
6.3 Manual Uninstall Instructions
If you do not have Windows 95 or encountered a problem during the
uninstall, here are the steps you can take to manually uninstall
SnagIt from your computer.
Uninstall Instructions for Windows 3.1x and WFW 3.1x
1. Start Windows, if you haven't already done so.
2. In Program Manager, find the program group in which SnagIt was
installed. Click once on the SnagIt icon to highlight it. Press
the delete key. Confirm that you wish to delete the program item.
3. If you selected "Start SnagIt when Windows Starts" when
installing SnagIt, delete SnagIt from the Startup group.
In Program Manager, find the Startup group. Click once on the
SnagIt icon to highlight it. Press the delete key. Confirm that
you wish to delete the program item.
4. Run File Manager and change to the directory in which you
installed SnagIt. Delete the files SNAGIT.EXE and SNAGIT.HLP.
Uninstall Instructions for Windows NT and Windows 95
1. Start Windows, if you haven't already done so.
For Windows 95 users:
2. From the Start Menu, select Settings and then Taskbar. Now
configure your Start Menu Programs by clicking on the Advanced
button.
3. Find the program group in which SnagIt/32 was installed. Click
once on the SnagIt/32 filename to highlight it. Press the delete
key. Confirm that you wish to delete the program item.
4. If you selected "Start SnagIt/32 when Windows Starts" when
installing SnagIt/32, delete SnagIt/32 from the Startup group.
Follow step #2 and then find the Startup group. Click once on the
SnagIt/32 icon to highlight it. Press the delete key. Confirm
that you wish to delete the program item.
5. Run Windows Explorer and change to the directory in which you
installed SnagIt/32. Delete the files SnagIt32.EXE and
SnagIt32.HLP.
For Windows NT users:
2. In Program Manager, find the program group in which SnagIt/32 was
installed. Click once on the SnagIt/32 icon to highlight it.
Press the delete key. Confirm that you wish to delete the program
item.
3. If you selected "Start SnagIt/32 when Windows Starts" when
installing SnagIt/32, delete SnagIt/32 from the Startup group.
In Program Manager, find the Startup group. Click once on the
SnagIt/32 icon to highlight it. Press the delete key. Confirm
that you wish to delete the program item.
4. Run File Manager and change to the directory in which you
installed SnagIt/32. Delete the files SnagIt32.EXE and
SnagIt32.HLP.
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7. STARTING AND USING SNAGIT
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To start SnagIt, double-click on the SnagIt icon in the Accessories
group. (If you specified a group other than Accessories during
SnagIt installation, look in that group for the SnagIt icon.)
Double-clicking on the SnagIt icon will execute SnagIt and bring
it to the foreground in its maximized form. When SnagIt is
maximized, you may change any of the setup options (input, output,
format, etc.) from the SnagIt menus.
You can also invoke SnagIt (that is, instruct SnagIt to capture an
image) while it is maximized, though it will usually be more
convenient to minimize SnagIt before doing your screen captures.
If you selected the "Load when Windows starts" checkbox during
installation, SnagIt will start automatically the next time you
start Windows.
7.1 SnagIt Default Settings
When you install SnagIt, it uses the following default options:
o Input is set to Screen. This means that when SnagIt is invoked,
it will capture the entire Windows desktop.
o Output is set to Printer. This means that when SnagIt is
invoked, it will send the captured image to the Windows default
printer for printing.
o Format is set to Color. This means that SnagIt will capture the
image with the screen colors intact. (In most cases you can
print images using this format setting, even if your printer is
not a color printer. For additional information about SnagIt
format options, see the Format options topic in the SnagIt Help
file.)
o Printer Scale is set to Fit on Page. This means that SnagIt will
output the captured image (on paper) at a size similar as the
image appears on the Windows screen but will reduce the image if
it is longer than one page.
Refer to the SnagIt Help file for additional information on setting
SnagIt's input, output, format and other options.
You can tell which settings SnagIt is using by looking at the bottom
of the SnagIt window when the program is maximized.
7.2 Invoking SnagIt with <CTRL><SHIFT><P>
Once you have SnagIt's parameters set as you want them, you are
ready to perform screen captures with SnagIt.
The default hot-key sequence for invoking SnagIt is <Ctrl><Shift><P>.
When you press these keys, SnagIt will capture an image (determined
by the input parameter you selected), and send that image to the
output device you selected. To invoke SnagIt using a different
hotkey combination, see the Change Hotkeys topic in the SnagIt Help
file.
7.3 Using the Mouse to Select Images
You will need a mouse or other pointing device with SnagIt.
The left and right mouse buttons work as follows:
Left Button Selects SnagIt menu options, and selects screen
regions and windows to capture.
Right Button Cancels a region or window selection, if you press
it before you finish making the selection (that is,
before you release the left mouse button).
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8. REGISTERING SNAGIT TWIN PACK
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This program and its associated files are part of an evaluation
package copyrighted by TechSmith Corporation. SnagIt is not in the
public domain. This program must be registered if it is used
beyond the 45 day evaluation period.
Single-User SnagIt Twin Pack
Registration entitles the licensee to install either the 32 bit or
the 16 bit version of SnagIt and to switch between the two without
further payment. The single-user license price is $39.95.
When you register SnagIt Twin Pack, you have the option of
requesting a registered version of the software on diskette or of
requesting a software key to register the version you have. The
software key immediately removes all registration reminder screens
and evaluation expiration dates.
Multi-User SnagIt Twin Pack
Registration entitles the licensed organization to install 10 copies
of SnagIt, in any combination of 16 bit and 32 bit. A single diskette
is shipped along with the multi-user license. The 10-user license
price is $200.00.
Registration Instructions
1. Select the SnagIt program's Help menu.
2. Select How to Register from the menu.
3. Click on the Registration Form button. Enter your registration
information in the fields provided.
NOTE: You must specify a name or company name when you register.
Your software key will be personalized for that name
ONLY. Your key will NOT not work if you change this name
after you have sent in your registration.
4. When you are finished, select OK. This will create a text file
called REGISTER.TXT in the SnagIt default directory. This is
your registration and order form. It includes a price sheet and
your Product ID number.
5. Windows Notepad will now open REGISTER.TXT automatically,
allowing you to edit and or print the registration form. While
you are editing, please complete any blank items, including
quantities, totals, and payment information. DO NOT EDIT THE
PRODUCT ID NUMBER. Note that shipping charges are only
applicable to diskette orders.
6. Return the registration form, with payment, to TechSmith
Corporation by any of the methods described on the form. Upon
receipt of your order, TechSmith will generate your diskette or
software key. It will then be sent to you by the method of
your choice, either e-mail, fax, postal delivery or other.
If you have elected to receive a software key, use the following
steps to complete the registration process.
7. Select the Help menu.
8. Select Enter Software Key from the menu.
9. Enter your registration key, exactly as it is shown, in the
field provided.
10. Press OK.
Your software is now registered! All the registration reminder
screens and software expiration dates will be removed. If you have
any additional questions or comments, contact TechSmith by e-mail at
snagit@techsmith.com.
8.1 CompuServe SWREG Forum
You may also register SnagIt Twin Pack using the Shareware
Registration Forum on CompuServe (GO SWREG).
SWREG Single-User #9459
SWREG Multi-User #9461
8.2 International Distributors
In Europe, customers ordering SnagIt on diskette may contact:
Atlantic Coast plc.
The Shareware Village
Colyton
Devon EX13 6HA Tel 01297 552222
England Fax 01297 553366
TechSmith is a member of the Association of Shareware Professionals
(ASP). ASP wants to make sure that 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. If you have a concern with any shareware
product which you not been able to resolve with an ASP member,
please write to this address: ASP Ombudsman 545 Grover Road
Muskegon, MI 49442-9427 U.S.A.
TechSmith Corporation Info : info@techsmith.com
P.O. Box 4758 WWW : http://www.techsmith.com
East Lansing, MI 48826-4758 USA Sales : snagit@techsmith.com
517-333-2100 x129 (tel)
517-333-1888 (fax)
Thanks for your interest in SnagIt.
TechSmith Corporation