(The latest version of Audiofile is *always* available at:
http://spinfree.com/web/services/fmp.html
The purpose of this documentation is to provide quick answers to common questions and/or possible problems. For additional support, Audiofile has a built in INTELLIHELP system that is available on all screens. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email us at feedback@spinfree.com
--Editor--
*Using the "Folder Tabs" on the side of the information panel.
On the left side of the information box (to the right of the "Times" repeating field) you will find four "folder tabs" labeled "Basic," "Extra," "Eye&Ear," and "Notes." These tabs are used to go to the layout where you can enter additional information regarding the current entry. Basic contains the basic information pertaining to an entry, Extra contains fields where you can enter information that is a little more detailed, Eye&Ear was created to house audio and graphical information about a selection (a sound clip or cover art/etc), and Notes is a layout where you can enter notes and/or comments about the current selection.
To move from layout to layout, just click on the corresponding "Folder Tab." You can move back and forth as often as you wish - and you will always be on the same entry and be able to see the tracks, artist and title for the current entry.
*Going to a specific record
To go to a specific record (designated by record number), click on the white-text number to the LEFT of the word "of" in the upper section of the red panel right below the direction arrows.
*Finding all/Restoring Entries
To find all records, click on the white-text number to the RIGHT of the word "of" in the upper section of the red panel right below the direction arrows.
--List Views--
Audiofile is built with a unique list mode that lets you view your collection in list format instead of one-by-one in the editor. This mode allows you to quickly scan your collection easily and efficiently.
*View Modes
You can view your collection as a list in either the "Basic" mode or the "Extended Mode." To switch between modes, just click the word "here" which is highlighted in a orange color instead of the remaining white text. "here" is found below the navigation buttons at the top and in the middle of the sentence: "basic list view (click *here* to switch to extended view).
*Viewing a Selection in the Editor
To go to a selection, and enter the editor, just click the little starburst to the left of the entry.
*Restoring Entries (Find All)
If you are viewing a set just found in a search, the list view will also only show those entires and not your entire collection. If you'd like to view your entire collection again, just click the "RESTORE ENTRIES" button at the top right hand corner of the screen (it's in the purple box).
--Searching--
*Universal Search
Searching has been simplified with Audiofile by incorporating a unique "Universal Search" field. The universal search field searches the title, artist, label, catalog#, media, etc fields all at the same time. Infact, almost every field that text can be entered into is searched by the universal search. This is an excellent choice if you are not sure where a word may appear in an entry.
*Specific Search
To search specific fields, enter data into one of the labeled fields below the Universal Search field. By entering information into one or more of the specific search fields, Audiofile will only search for those words in those specific fields. This is helpful if you want to search for the word "Spin" ONLY in the "title" field, but not in the "artist" field.
***IMPORTANT***
The search will NOT work if you do not click the "Start Search" button located in the blar bar at the right of the screen AFTER you enter your query into either the "Universal Search" field or any of the "Specific Search" fields. If Audiofile finds what you are looking for, you will be sent to the "Items Found by Search" screen. If Audiofile doesn't find what you were looking for you can either cancel the whole search, or you can modify the find.
--Printing--
*Layouts, Layouts, Layouts
4 print layouts are provided for you. To move from layout to layout, just click the white-text layout description at the top of the screen. The layout you are currently in is in red-text. Once you have found the layout you'd like to print by, just click the "Print" button at the bottom of the screen and
you will be taken through a few steps (Page Set-up, Print Dialog, Etc) and then the document will be printed. Inventory Status printing is easy - just follow the on-screen directions.
--Other--
If you have any other questions/comments that aren't covered above, please don't hesitate to email us at feedback@spinfree.com. We will be more than happy to help you anyway we can.
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Shareware Information
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You are permitted to use Audiofile free of charge for upto 30 days. After this period, you are obligated to register Audiofile by paying the shareware fee. We trust you so please honor our trust by supporting Audiofile and other shareware applications.
Audiofile is fully operational with only the custom designing features disabled. All users are permitted to add, delete, and modify entries. Registered users have all the features available to unregistered users PLUS the ability to use Audiofile's comprehensive printing features, import/export features, and the ability to customize fields, scripts, and layouts to adapt Audiofile to your specific needs. Registered users will receive the password via email to unlock Audiofile and all of it's potential.
Audiofile only costs $20.00 to register. Future upgrades in current version family (2.x) are free. Email support is also included in this affordable price.
*Note for registered Audiofile 1.x users:
If you are a registered Audiofile 1.x user you can receive the password and full access to Audiofile 2.1 absolutely FREE. In order to qualify for this offer you must send (via email ONLY) your name, mailing address, and email account, along with the password for Audiofile 1.x, to the email address below:
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Registration Address
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Spinfree
PO Box 14258
Chicago, IL 60614
USA
email: talk2us@spinfree.com
spinfree7@aol.com
Check out our web design division at:
http://spinfree.com
Registration is easy. From the main menu click the "CLICK HERE TO REGISTER" button. Fill out the form, enclose your payment, stuff everything in an envelope and toss it in the mail. Once we receive your registration will will
IMMEDIATELY notify you, thank you, and provide you will with the elusive Audiofile® password which will IMMEDIATELY allow you full access to Audiofile®.
