Web Editor Tools

What You See Is What You Get (WYSIWYG) Editors

• Adobe GoLive 5.0
  Adobe GoLive is a new name of GoLive CyberStudio. Yes, Adobe bought this software and launched its 4.0 version. The current version is 5.0.
  Never try this tool, but I'm sure Adobe and Mac users will love it. There's also a Windows version.
• Claris Home Page 3.0
  The program focus mainly on single pages rather than sites and intend for beginner. It supports image map creations and transparent GIF files. It also offers FileMaker Pro 4.0 Database Connection (new in 3.0 version.)
• Corel WEB.DESIGNER
  Corel WEB DESIGNER is a powerful Web authoring program offering pre-designed templates and thousands of Internet-ready clipart images. Now you can publish attention-grabbing documents with no previous HTML experience. When you want to create attractive pages for the World Wide Web quickly and easily, CorelWEB.DESIGNER gives you all the tools you need and more!
• FrontPage 2000
  There are a lot of improvement in this version. There is no longer a separate set of "Editor" and "Explorer" tools. The program also no longer insert the unwanted HTML tags.
  This version of Microsoft FrontPage can automatically check your spelling as you type just like what you'll find in MS Word. There's also wizard (downloadable from MS site) that can write ASP codes for your database-driven web site. Apparently, Microsoft have done a good job this time.
• HotMetal Pro 6.0
  HotMetal Pro has been in the Market for a long time before some popular tools like MS FrontPage. It was the first tool that I bought for myself back in 1996. Overall, it's OK but I didn't like it much. I've never really use it.
  Version 6.0 have a lot of new features and improvements.
• Netobjects Fusion
  Netobjects Fusion give you the ability to create the entire site for small to large business. It will automatically apply the same style throughout every page on your site. Also, graphics that come with the package are professional quality.
• Netscape Composer
  This tool is recommended for beginners. It's free and it's easy-to-use. This is a tool that has been around for a long time. Thanks to Netscape for creating Netscape Navigator Gold 3.0. That's the first time people can create WYSIWYG editor. The Composer is still included with the current version of Netscape Communicator.
• Splash
  An easy to use web authoring tool that give beginners the ability to create web sites without any programming or HTML knowledge
• Visual Page
• WebExpress 2.0
  The fast way to create Web site. Total WYSIWYG environment allows you to design and edit in a familiar word processor like environment. Eliminates the need to memorize complex HTML syntax. Web Site Manager included.
• Web Factory
  Web Factory is designed to meet the needs of individuals, web professionals, power-users and educators. Web Factory provides a unique integration of authoring, image editing, image object management, and site management.
• AOLpress 2.0
• MyBusinessPage

Text-Based HTML Editors:

• 1st Page 2000
  1st Page 2000 is the tool that lets you create powerful, great looking websites fast, easier and on-time.
• AceExpert
  In addition to being an excellent HTML editor, AceExpert also greatly assists you with predefined Java applets and JavaScripts. AceExpert is the solution for developers who want to integrate the latest technologies into their Web pages. Simple and easy to use, AceExpert gives you the full power of a complete HTML Editor.
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• Arachnophilia
  Arachnophilia lets you use two methods to create Web pages: The 'old-fashioned way' with the program's very capable HTML tools or by dropping an RTF document onto the Arachnophilia program window and watching it turn into an instant Web page. If you're searching for a good HTML editor, give Arachnophilia a try--you can't beat the price. It's Free!
• HomeSite
  A great HTML editor tool. It's very useful when you need to edit HTML directly. Several pages on this site were created using HomeSite.
• Hotdog Professional
  "The professional choice for Webmasters and web enthusiasts - HotDog Professional 3 Web Editor is the ultimate HTML Authoring powertool for Windows 95. Even though HotDog is tremendously powerful and feature-rich, the program is very user-friendly thanks to the superb built-in help files, detailed tutorials and intuitive interface."
• HTML Assistant Pro 97
• HTML Notepad
• Page Burner
  Page Burner features Syntax Coloring, Link Validation, HTML Analyzer, Quick Templates, HTML Composer / Tag Reference, etc.
  Download the free shareware version of Page Burner.
• Webedit Pro
• Webber32
  Webber is a fast, friendly and flexible HTML editor for Windows that supports long file names, and unlimited file sizes plus heaps of other great features. With full-featured help including HTML tag descriptions, and an easy-to-use validation system, Webber will help you create valid HTML documents quickly and easily.
• TED Notepad
  TED Notepad is a chrome-less freeware notepad replacement. Offers large variety of text-processing functions, innovative features and timesaving tools. The editor is light-weight, portable and fits on any USB flash disk and loads instantly with no installation required.
• CodeLobster PHP Edition Version 3.10
  This is a free version which is not only ideal for PHP but for HTML, CSS and javascript development as well. You are sure to get autocomplete featuires without the hassle of dealing with names of functions, tags and their attributes and methods. They also have a professional version for more advanced CMS and framework projects as well.