How can I view UNICODE files properly?

[Eric.Mamet]

Is there a way to view Unicode files without the "spooky" characters in textpad?

PS: I use 4.2.2

[bbadmin]

Not sure what you mean by spooky, but try this:

1. From the Configure menu, choose Preferences.
2. Click the + next to Document Classes.
3. Click the + next to the appropriate document class (e.g Text for *.txt files).
4. Select Font.
5, Choose a Font that can display the characters in the file.
6. Set the Script to match the characters in the file.
7. Click OK.
8. Open the Unicode file.

Keith MacDonald
Helios Software Solutions

PS. If you're really using 4.2.2, please upgrade to 4.6.2. There's no additional charge, if you have already purchased a license.

[Eric.Mamet]

Unicode characters are coded on 2 bytes, unlike Windows text.

In Textpad, the first character appears as garbage (binary) while the second one looks correct. I suppose I can't fix this using a different font.

Script: in my drop down list box "script", I only have "western" to choose from. Should there be other choices?


Thanks

[bbadmin]

You'll need to install the appropriate language support files in Windows. For Windows 2000 and XP only, this can be done using Regional and Language Options on Control Panel.

Keith MacDonald
Helios Software Solutions