I don't like Microsoft Word much; it feels really bloated to me, and has so many features I never use. I've been looking for an alternative for some time. What word processor does the hivemind recommend for academic writing? [more inside]
posted on Jul 10, 2008 - 34 answers
I have a macro that takes an un-styled document, and tries to put text into the right styles based on what its formatting is.
But, if the document already has some scheme of styles, the macro doesn't work very well.
So, I would like to transform a Word document into an un-styled version of itself-- but one that retains ALL of the original formatting (italics, small caps, font size, spacing).
What would be the most correct way to do this?
I have Word 2003 (which the macro needs) and 2007, as well as Word 2008 for Mac.
Also-- HTML doesn't work, as it doesn't retain small caps.
posted on Feb 22, 2008 - 10 answers 
I am in a search of a program that will help me memorize words... [more inside]
posted on Jan 22, 2008 - 14 answers
What book writing software exists for Max OSX? [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2007 - 6 answers
Is there a Mac application that can help me keep track of hours, dates, and time I spend writing? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2007 - 13 answers
Can anyone recommend some good research/study/outlining software that assists your writing? Either freeware or paid. Basically I mean software that alows you to collate ideas and notes as you read, as well as lets you do outlining - all this in preparation for writing a report or paper or essay. [more inside]
posted on Apr 25, 2007 - 11 answers
Please help me find a way to electronically organize my magazine article collection. [more inside]
posted on Apr 12, 2007 - 6 answers
Ulysses or Copywrite enough to switch to Mac ? Oh wait ! It looks like there's [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2007 - 10 answers
Has anyone seen software for writing formal poetry? [more inside]
posted on Oct 18, 2006 - 10 answers
Please help me find something to organize this monstrosity of a novel. Oh yes, there is definitely [more inside]
posted on Oct 17, 2006 - 10 answers
Are there any great online tools for working on writing a novel? I've seen previous posts on desktop software for this purpose, but I haven't found any nifty online tools. [more inside]
posted on Sep 19, 2006 - 8 answers
So I asked this question about writing software more than a year ago. I finally decided on Copy Write. Now I need hints, tips, or any tutorial you can point me to. [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2006 - 5 answers
I'm looking for software that will help me write my undergraduate thesis. [more inside]
posted on Feb 7, 2006 - 15 answers
Any such thing as a free DVD/CD writing software for Windows? [more inside]
posted on Jan 16, 2006 - 8 answers
Looking for a good resume writing tool...any recommendations? [more inside]
posted on Sep 1, 2005 - 2 answers
Back in the day (about 7 years ago, anyway), Windows came with a utility that allowed the savvy user to edit compiled help files. [more inside]
posted on Jun 15, 2005 - 5 answers
Sometimes in LaTeX I notice bad-looking rivers after the period in someone's title, such as "Mr. Jones" or "St. Thomas." I assume that this is because it is treated the "." in things like "St." as if they are sentence stops, and spacing them accordingly. How can I get this to stop?
posted on May 9, 2005 - 5 answers
What's the best novel writing software for Mac OS X? [more inside]
posted on Feb 24, 2005 - 10 answers
Anyone have any suggestions for writer's software (a la RoughDraft) for the Mac?
posted on Jan 5, 2005 - 11 answers
