Free/Cheap Web Editors, do they exist?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the availability of free or inexpensive web editors, focusing on both WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) and non-WYSIWYG options. Participants share their experiences and recommendations for various editors suitable for different operating systems.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the availability of free web editors, specifically mentioning preferences for WYSIWYG editors.
  • One participant suggests a website listing various HTML editors, highlighting KompoZer as a decent WYSIWYG option and Notepad++ as a useful non-WYSIWYG alternative.
  • Another participant shares a long-term positive experience with EditPlus, providing a link for further information.
  • A participant mentions their use of KompoZer but notes its bugs, recommending Namo 2006 as an affordable and effective alternative while cautioning against earlier versions due to bugs.
  • There is a mention of an eBay listing that provides detailed screenshots of Namo, which may assist in making a choice.
  • Some participants express humor and camaraderie in their responses, indicating a light-hearted tone in parts of the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a variety of preferences for different web editors, with no consensus on a single best option. Some agree on the limitations of certain editors like FrontPage, while others share differing opinions on the effectiveness of KompoZer and Namo.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention specific versions of software and their experiences, which may depend on individual needs and operating systems. The discussion does not resolve the effectiveness or suitability of the mentioned editors for all users.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals seeking affordable web editing solutions, particularly those interested in WYSIWYG and non-WYSIWYG editors, may find this discussion relevant.

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A la frontpage or something, preferably free?
 
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In windows or did this just become an easier question :smile: ?
 
This website has plenty of WYSIWYG editors:

http://www.thefreecountry.com/webmaster/htmleditors.shtml

KompoZer is pretty decent if you don't have access to Dreamweaver.


If you are looking for a non-WYSIWYG editor, check out Notepad++ (also in above link). I keep a copy on a jump drive so I can use it anywhere when I am in a pinch.
 
I've used KompoZer, which is Wysiwyg, but has many bugs, so I gave up.

Don't use FrontPage, it's html isn't standard and works bad outside Internet Explorer.

I use Namo 2006 (=v7), it's affordable and good. v6 was bugged, avoid it. v4 was good and fast (but older now). I didn't use v5, said to be bugged but v5.5 was said to be good.
 
PerennialII said:
In windows or did this just become an easier question :smile: ?

Lol, +1. I was thinking iWeb too.
 

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