Folders Program, version 4.0                        by Sloop Software
(c)Copyright 1993 Sloop Software                      a member of the ASP

Folders adds depth to the Program Manager groups for MS Windows.  It 
gives the ability equivalent to having groups within groups.  Each 
folder can hold any type of file you decide to place in it, including
more folders.

- Create folders within folders with the ability to cross-link folders,
  allowing a single folder to be opened by multiple folders.

- Extremely easy to use icon selection capability making use of an icon
  browser box.  Change item icons in one single, easy step.  Use icons in
  ICO files, EXE's, DLL's or ICL files.

- Drag/drop capability between folders including the ability to drag
  multiple items at one time.  Move or copy items between folders using 
  drag/drop.  Launch programs with data files by dragging folder items
  to the program.

- Save the position and size of a folder as well as the item positions
  in the folder, if desired.

- Password protection.  Capable of locking individual folders using a
  password entry scheme.

- Run command which stores the last twelve commands entered with no
  duplication of commands.

- Improved associate command.  When running items from a folder, multiple
  programs may be associated with the item's filename extension allowing
  you to choose the program you wish to run.

- Items in folders may be assigned hotkeys for quick access.  They may
  also be set to run minimized or maximized and to inquire for a file
  parameter when launched.

- Display items in a folder as icons, text or push buttons.  In icon mode,
  background color of folder may be set to different colors.

- Customizable popup run menu with menu editor dialog to maintain it.  Menu
  items may be set run minimized or maximized and hotkeys may be assigned
  to them.


Installation
To install Folders or to install a new version of Folders,
follow the steps below.

1. Insert the Folders disk into the appropriate drive (a: or b:).

2. From Program Manager or File Manager select the Run command and type in
   a:install.exe.  If using the b drive, substitute a: with b:.

3. Follow the install program's directions for installing the software.

Should this process fail for any reason, follow the instructions for the manual
install process given at the end of this file.

If you have been using a previous version of Folders, you will be given the
opportunity to import it into the new Folders.


Uninstalling
An uninstall program is provided to remove Folders from your system.  To use
it, run the program unstall.exe which should be on the Folders program diskette.


Getting Started:
  1. Once the program is installed, open your first folder located in the 
     Folders group created during install by double-clicking the folder
     icon.
  2. You can rename the folder using the Name command under the File
     menu.  Be sure and rename it in the program group, too.
  3. From this folder, or any folder you create, you can make new folders.
     Simply choose New from the File menu.  You can create subfolders 
     within the current folder or new group-level folders such as this
     first folder.
  4. Create whatever folders you want and add items to them using the
     Add Item command from the Edit menu.  For detail information on each 
     command, use either the help menu or read FOLDERS.WRI.


REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Note that this is a shareware program.  As such, you may use it on a trial
basis for thirty days.  After this time, the program should be registered 
if it is continued to be used.  The cost is $40 plus $2 shipping/handling
($4 for overseas orders).  You will receive the latest version of the
program and a printed manual.  The fee is payable to:

       Sloop Software
       6457 Mesedge Lane
       Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Be sure and specify your name, address, name of the program and where 
you obtained the program when registering.  Also, specify 3.5" or 5.25"
disk.  US funds only.

For easy ordering, print out the file orderfrm.txt.

You may charge your registered version of this program with VISA,
MASTERCARD or AMERICAN EXPRESS, by calling the Software Shopper
order line at (800) 847-0309. Outside the United States, call 
(502) 228-4492 or fax to (502) 228-5121 or mail your order to:

               Software Shopper
               The Falsoft Building
               PO Box 385
               Prospect, KY  40059

Registration fees and technical support for registered programs are
as stated in the author's documentation. Please contact the author
for technical assistance with this software. Software Shopper
assumes no technical or legal liability for software purchased
through the order service.  Use the above address for ordering
Folders only.  CEO is available only directly from Sloop Software.

In Europe, contact:		    
    WindowShare				
    32, rue des Frieres
    57050 METZ	
    France
    Telephone 87 30 85 57 
    Price: ??? FF

For upgrades or site licenses, order from Sloop Software directly.

Direct any comments to Sloop Software or email to CompuServe 72540,144,
America Online Sloop Soft or Internet 72540.144@compuserve.com.  Customer
support is available to registered users and to unregistered users during
their trial period.


This program is produced by 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.
Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442
or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman, id#
70007,3536.


Files on Disk:
  FOLDERS.EXE  - the executable for Folders
  FLDR_MAN.INI - Folders ini file for manual install
  FOLDERS.HLP  - Folders help file
  FOLDERS.ICL  - icon library included for use
  FOLDERS.REG  - registration info
  README.TXT   - this file
  FOLDERS.WRI  - documentation on folders
  SMUTILS.EXE  - utilities program
  UNSTALL.EXE  - un-install program
  INSTALL.EXE  - Folders install program
  SETUP.INF    - used by install program
  METER.DLL    - used by install program
  FLD0000.FL0  - empty folder
  ICONDLG.DLL  - icon function library
  ORDERFRM.TXT - Folders order form
  LICENSE.TXT  - license info
  VENDOR.DOC   - shareware vendor information
  FILE_ID.DIZ  - program description
  CEOPRESS.TXT - information on CEO:Desktop Manager