Copyright: (C) 1994 by Interactive Software Development


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Always onTop! Version 1.7

General

Always onTop is a small Window 3.1 utility that can be used by anyone.  This utility provides users the ability to make applications stay always on top.

This help file assumes you have some knowledge of how to using windows and window terminology.  If a term is unknown to you or appears confusing, please check with your window manual for more detailed information.

More on Always onTop

Using

Registering

About

Copyright Notices and Warranty Information


Definition of what Always On Top means

On top specifically refers to the status of a window.  Basically, all windows can be covered up by other windows and graphical elements on the Windows environment.

When you make a window always on top, you are telling the environment that nothing can cover the window.  A good example of this behavior is the clock application (usually found in the accessories group of the program manager).

Warning!

By making a window always on top, you can make it so that no other application has access to the screen.  If you think this has happened, try minimizing the affected window, and using Always onTop to change its behavior.

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Using


Using Always OnTop!
Using Always onTop Version 1.7

The Screen

The screen can be thought of as having three distinct sections.

The far left-most section, labeled Window Name contains a list of all the windows that are available to be made always on top.

The middle section, labeled Change To contains the main functionality of the program.

And, the far right-most section of the screen contains two buttons for quitting the application and seeing the about screen.

To Make a Window Always onTop

First, click on the window title, found at the far left-most section of the program.

Next, click on the radio button called On Top.

Finally, click on the button called Change.

To turn OFF a Window which is Always onTop

First, click on the window title, found at the far left-most section of the program.

Next, click on the radio button called Not On Top.

Finally, click on the button called Change.

The Refresh Button

The Refresh button is used to update the list of windows available to act on.  If you do not see a window you want to make always on top,try clicking on the refresh button.


Registering your Copy of Always onTop

Always onTop! Version 1.7 is distributed through shareware.  This means that you are granted a trial license to try the application before purchasing.  If you continue to using this application for more than 2 weeks, you must register your copy with the author.  Please respect the work of this author (and all shareware authors) by registering your copy of Always onTop.

You are not allowed to charge persons for obtaining a shareware copy of this application--shareware vendors are allowed to charge a small fee for their effort. Further, you agree to not distribute a registered copy of the program.

By using Always onTop! Version 1.7, you agree to this license and are bound by this agreement.

To Register

To register you copy, and make that pesky about box disappear, send your name, and complete mailing address, and a $10 registration fee, to:

MATTHEW RAFFEL

D/B/A INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

1217 PREAKNESS DRIVE

ALPHARETTA, GA 30202

Please include IDs for email, CIS or other electronic accesses you have.  I may need to contact you, and this is usually the best way.

Benefits of registering:

I will give unlimited support to registered users of the application, Further, registered users received printed documentation and an upgrade to the most current version of the program.  Sorry, but I cannot provide support to those who have not registered.


About Always onTop!
About Always onTop Version 1.7 and its author

This application was born during the development of a message processor class library by the need to have certain windows always on top.  Always onTop! Version 1.7 is written in C++ using the Borland class library OWL.

Matthew Raffel, who authored this application during the middle of a thunderstorm, works as an independent computer programmer in the Atlanta Metro area.  He has been involved in programming, both commercial products and business applications, for about 6 years.


Copyright Information and Warrenty
Copyright Information and Warranty Disclaimer

(C) 1994 by

Interactive Software Development

Always onTop! Version 1.7 is copyright protected by US law and international treaties.

Warranty

Always onTop! is provided as is.  No warranty is made to the fitness, merchantability, or performance of it.  As a user, you assume all liability for its use and you release the developer(s) from responsibility for any damages associated with its use, either direct or indirect.  Your use of this application confirms your acceptance to this agreement.

If you do not agree to the above information, please delete the application from your system.


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