Web Page Builder FAQ and Help

Web Page Builder Help and FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Simple installation instructions:

Unzip the "wpbldr_d.zip" file.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see your unzipped files.
Open "wpbldr_d.exe or "create_d.exe".
A "instal_d.bat" file will be created.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the "instal_d.bat" file.
Open "instal_d.bat".
Your Web Page Builder program files will be copied to the "C:\Program Files\wpbldr_d" folder. If your computer does not have a "C:\Program Files\wpbldr_d" folder, your Web Page Builder program files will be copied to the "C:\wpbldr_d" folder.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the new folder.
I suggest you keep a copy of the "wpbldr_d.zip" file in a separate folder which you can readily find just in case you accidentally un-stall the program. The un-install process deletes all the Web Page Builder files in the "wpbldr_d" folder.

Simple run instructions:

Click on the "wpbldr_d" folder to view your program files.
Copy the "create_d.exe" file to any folder you have "jpg" pictures in
Open the "create_d.exe" file.
Enter a Title for your web pages - Enter a blank space if you don't want a Title.
Your web pages will be created in seconds and a "_rename.bat" file will be created for you.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the "_rename.bat" file.
Open "_rename.bat" to make you web page files network compatible.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the new file names.
Bingo - you're done.

Picture Folder Requirements:

Web Page Builder creates a Web Page for every ".jpg" picture it finds in the folder you run it in. Therefore, you should only have the ".jpg" pictures you want to create Web Pages for in the folder you run Web Page Builder in.
Web Page Builder links to the "index.htm" page as the Home Page. Therefore, the folder you run Web Page Builder in must contain an "index.htm" page as the Home Page. Web Page Builder will create the "index.htm" page if it does not exist. But, it will not overwrite an existing "index.htm" page.
You can modify the "index.htm" page to suit your needs. But, you should put all your graphic links and thumbnails in separate folders. See rule one above for the reason.

Click on a question below to get an answer.

Questions:

How do I order Web Page Builder?
How do I download and install Web Page Builder?
How do I Unzip the "wpbldr_d.zip" file?
Do I have to close all other Program Files to install Web Page Builder?
How do I install Web Page Builder?
I installed Web Page Builder and all the files disappeared. Where do I find my Web Page Builder files?
How do I make Web Page Builder create Web Pages in a folder I have pictures in?
How do I copy the "Create_d.exe" file to the folder I have pictures in?
How do I open the "Create_d.exe" file?
How do I view the Web Page Builder Files I have created?
I bought Web Page Builder but can't Download it or was not sent to the Download Page. What do I do now?
I bought Web Page Builder and none of the above solves my problem. What do I do now?
I upgraded to a higher version of Web Page Builder. Do I have to un-install the previous Version?
How do I un-install Web Page Builder?
Why does Web Page Builder rename my pictures?
How do I rename my pictures so they are displayed in the order I want them?
If I purchase an upgraded Version of Web Page Builder, can I run the upgraded Version in the same folder I already ran the previous Version in?
Can I copy pictures to or delete pictures from a folder I have created Web Pages in?
Why won't Web Page Builder run on my system?
I can't find the "create_d.exe" file in my "wpbldr_d" folder. What do I do now?

Questions and Answers:

1. How do I order Web Page Builder?

Click here to select and order the Web Page Builder Version you want.
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2. How do I download and install Web Page Builder?

When you're on the Web Page Builder Download page, click on the "Download wpbldr_d.zip file" link.
When you're asked to "Open" or "Save" the file select "Save".
The "wpbldr_d.zip" file has been virus scanned to ensure there are no viruses in it.
Save the "wpbldr_d.zip" file to a folder you can readily find on your computer.
After the file has downloaded, select "Open" to Unzip the files.
Be sure to Unzip the files to the same folder you downloaded the "wpbldr_d.zip" file to so you can find them.
Go to the folder you downloaded and unzipped the files to and Open either the "wpbldr_d.exe" or "createxx.exe".
The program will create an "instal_d.bat" file.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the "instal_d.bat" file.
Open the "instal_d.bat" file to install your Web Page Builder.
Your Web Page Builder files will be copied to the "C:\Program Files\wpbldr_d" folder and deleted from the current folder.
If your computer does not have a "C:\Program Files" folder, the "wpbldr_d" folder will be in "C:\".
See Question 7 for instructions on how to create your Web Pages.
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3. How do I Unzip the "wpbldr_d.zip" file?

You need an Unzip Program such as Winzip to Unzip the Web Page Builder Files.
Note: You can download a free evaluation version of Winzip here
You can automatically run your Unzip Program by opening the "wpbldr_d.zip" file or
Open your Unzip Program and use the "Search", "Browse" or "Open" Option to find the "wpbldr_d.zip" file.
Select "Extract Files" (or "Next" if using the Wizard) in your Unzip Program.
Select the same folder you have saved the "wpbldr_d.zip" program by using the "Select a different folder" or "Browse" Option.
Select "Unzip Now" or "OK" or whatever is appropriate in you Unzip Program.
Your Web Page Builder files will be Unzipped and placed in the same folder you saved the "wpbldr_d.zip" file.
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4. Do I have to close all other Program Files to install Web Page Builder?

No, you do not have to close any Programs to install Web Page Builder.
The Web Page Builder files do not affect your operating system in any way.
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5. How do I install Web Page Builder?

Open "wpbldr_d.exe" or "create_d.exe" in the folder you Unzipped the programs files in.
This will create an "instal_d.bat" file.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the "instal_d.bat" file.
Open the "instal_d.bat" file.
Your Web Page Builder files will be copied to the "C:\Program Files\wpbldr_d" folder and deleted from the current folder.
If your computer does not have a "C:\Program Files" folder, the "wpbldr_d" folder will be created in "C:\".
Go to the "wpbldr_d" folder to view your Web Page Builder files.
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6. I installed Web Page Builder and all the files disappeared. Where do I find my Web Page Builder files?

The Web Page Builder install program moves all you program files to the "C:\Program Files\wpbldr_d" folder.
If your computer does not have a "C:\Program Files" folder, the "wpbldr_d" folder will be created in "C:\".
Click on the "Start" Icon in the lower left hand side of the Desktop.
Move your mouse over "Programs" and left click on Microsoft Explorer.
If there is a "+" sign next to the "[C:]" left click on it.
All the folders on the "[C:] drive will be displayed.
If there is a "+" sign next to "Program Files" folder left click on it.
All the folders in the "Program Files" folder will be displayed.
Look for the "wpbldr_d" folder and left click on it.
All your program files are listed in this "wpbldr_d" folder.
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7. How do I make Web Page Builder create Web Pages in a folder I have pictures in?

Go to the "wpbldr_d" folder to view your Web Page Builder files - see Question 6 for help.
Copy the "Create_d.exe" file to any folder you have jpeg pictures in - see Question 8 for help.
Note: You cannot run "Create_d.exe" from the "wpbldr_d" folder as it deletes itself when it is done running.
Open the "Create_d.exe" file in the folder you copied it to - see Question 9 for help.
Enter a Title for these Web Pages - you can run "Create_d.exe" again to make changes.
Your Web Pages will be created in seconds.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the "_rename.bat" file.
Open "_rename.bat" to insure your Web Pages are Network compatible.
You may have to press the [F5] function key to see the new file names.
You can view your Web Pages by opening "index.htm" or any "page???.htm" page in the same folder you copied the "Create_d.exe" file to - see Question 10 for help.
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8. How do I copy the "Create_d.exe" file to the folder I have pictures in?

Go to the "wpbldr_d" folder to view your Web Page Builder files - see Question 6 for help.
Right click on the "Create_d.exe" file and hold the right button down while you drag it to the folder you have pictures in.
Release the right mouse button when your mouse is over the folder you have your pictures in.
Select "Copy here" from menu in the small window that pops up.
Note: You can also use the above method to copy or move any file or folder to a different location on your PC.
Remember, Web Page Builder deletes the "Create_d.exe" file from the folder it is run it.
Be sure to keep a copy of the "Create_d.exe" in the "wpbldr_d" folder.
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9. How do I open the "Create_d.exe" file?

There are two common ways to open any file:

Place your mouse over the "Create_d.exe" file name and double click your left mouse button.
Right click on the "Create_d.exe" file and select "Open".
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10. How do I view the Web Page Builder Pages I have created?

You can view your Web Pages by opening "index.htm" or any "page???.htm" page in the same folder you copied the "Create_d.exe" file to - see Question 6 and/or Question 9 for help.
A Window will open with the page you selected.
You can navigate through all the Web Pages by using the "Previous" and "Next" links.
The "index.htm" page is the default home page for all the other pages created in this folder. You can modify the "index.htm" page to suit your needs. For example, you can add thumbnail links to this page to access the other pages.
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11. I bought Web Page Builder but can't Download it or was not sent to the Download Page. What do I do now?

Please use the email link at the top of this page to email an explanation of your download problem.
Be sure to include the email address you used to purchase the program from PayPal so I can verify your order.
I will email your Program Files and investigate the cause of the problem.
Although it doesn't happen very often, Network Servers can be down and cause this problem at the time you placed your order.
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12. I bought Web Page Builder and none of the above solves my problem. What do I do now?

Please use the email link at the top of this page to email a detailed description of your problem.
I will do my best to find a solution to your problem in a timely manner.
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13. I upgraded to a higher version of Web Page Builder. Do I have to un-install the previous Version?

You don't have to un-install the previous version of Web Page Builder to install the new version.
The upgraded version will function just like your previous version.
I do suggest you un-install the previous version once you have the new version installed and functioning to eliminate confusion.
Be sure you un-install the correct version.
In fact, I suggest you save a copy of the "wpbldr_d.zip" file in a separate folder just in case. As the "unstal_d.bat" program deletes all the Web Page Builder files in the "wpbldr_d" folder. That way you can re-install the program if you goof.
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14. How do I un-install Web Page Builder?

Open the Web Page Builder folder which contains the Web Page Builder files you want to un-install.
I suggest you save a copy of the "wpbldr_d.zip" file in a separate folder just in case you want to install the program again.
Open the "unstal_d.bat" file and click "Enter" to un-install the program. Press "Ctrl + C" to abort the un-install process.
The "unstal_d.bat" file will remove all installed components of that version of Web Page Builder only.
The "unstal_d.bat" file will not un-install any other versions of Web Page Builder or delete any "htm" Web Pages you have created. You can delete these "htm" pages yourself if you have a mind to.
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15. Why does Web Page Builder rename my pictures?

Web Page Builder uses a sequential implementation to display the next or previous picture.
Therefore, the pictures have to be in a sequential numeric order which can be increased or decreased by one.
You can take advantage of this by naming your pictures in the order you want them displayed - see Question 16.
Then run the "Create_d.exe" file again in that folder to display them in the order you have specified.
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16. How do I rename my pictures so they are displayed in the order I want them?

Use Microsoft Explorer to display the folder and file names of the pictures you want to rename - see Question 6 for help.
Right click on the picture file you want to rename to highlight it.
Press the "F2" function key at the top of your keyboard to rename the file or
Right click on the file name and select "Rename" from the menu in the small window which pops up.
Type in the new name for the file and Press "Enter".
Be sure the file name still has the ".jpg" extension when you're done - note the period before ".jpg".
When your done, open "Create_d.exe" in this folder to accommodate your changes.
Example: If you want to have "pic001.jpg" displayed as "pic005.jpg" and "pic005.jpg" displayed as "pic001.jpg", you could rename "pic001.jpg" as "pic0051.jpg" and then rename "pic005.jpg" as "pic001.jpg" to have them sorted correctly.
Special Note: Even though you can use up to 255 characters for a file name in Windows, the operating system Web Page Builder uses only recognizes file names of eight characters or less. Therefore, only use file names of eight characters or less if you want them to be sorted correctly. For example a file named "Charolette01.jpg" and a file named "Charolette02.jpg" may be displayed in the proper order in Windows Explorer. However, because "Charolette02" and "Charolette01" are greater than eight characters, they may not be sorted correctly. When these two files are sorted, the first one that was saved will become the first file in the sorted order. So, if "Charolette02.jpg" was saved before "Charolette01.jpg", "Charolette02.jpg" will be renamed as "pic001.jpg" and "Charolette01.jpg" will be renamed as "pic002.jpg" in the sorted list.
Moral: keep the file names eight characters or less.
Note: You can also use the above renaming method to change a folder's name.
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17. If I purchase an upgraded Version of Web Page Builder, can I run the upgraded Version in the same folder I already ran the previous Version in?

Yes, you can run any Version of Web Page Builder in the same folder you have pictures in as often as you please.

For example: If you run the Demo Version which displays "Demo" in the Title and an upgrade line,

You can Purchase the Standard Version and run it in the same folder as you ran the Demo Version without deleting any files. The new version will automatically overwrite the old pages. It will not change or overwrite the "index.htm" page in that folder if it exists. Therefore, any changes you made to the original "index.htm" page will still exist after you run the new version.
You should uninstall the previous version once you have the new version working to avoid confusion. But, you don't have to.
You can also rename, add or delete pictures in that folder and run the "Create_d.exe" again to accommodate your changes.
If you want Custom Web Pages with banner links, be sure to Purchase the Custom Version.
Or, upgrade from the Standard Version to the Custom Version here.
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18. Can I copy pictures to or delete pictures from a folder I have created Web Pages in?

Yes you can copy more pictures to any folder and/or delete existing pictures from any folder you have created Web Pages in.
When you're done copying or deleting the pictures to or from a folder, open "Create_d.exe" again to accommodate your changes.
Be sure you have a backup copy of any pictures you delete if you still want them.
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Why won't Web Page Builder run on my system?

Web Page Builder is a C Program which runs is MS-DOS mode. It's possible your system is not set up to run programs in MS-DOS mode while Windows is running.

Right click on "wpbldr_d.exe" or "create_d.exe".
Select "Properties" from the pop-up menu.
Select the "Program" tab at the top of the "Properties Window".
Click on the "Advanced..." button.
Uncheck any boxes that disable MS-DOS mode.
Put a check in the box which reads "Suggest MS-DOS mode as necessary" - wording may be different on your system.
This should allow Web Page Builder to run on your system while Windows is running.
If this does not solve your problem, please use the email link at the top of this page to email an explanation of your problem.
I will do my best to solve your problem in a timely manner.
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I can't find the "create_d.exe" file in my "wpbldr_d" folder. What do I do now?

Go to the "wpbldr_d" folder.
Unzip the "wpbldr_d.zip" file. See Question 3 for help.
This will re-create the "create_d.exe" file in the "wpbldr_d" folder.
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