A Comprehensive Guide to Using KompoZer for Web Development 'KompoZer Manual'

Introduction

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Welcome to this detailed tutorial on using KompoZer, a free and open-source web development tool. Whether you're new to website creation or looking to upgrade from more complex editors like Dreamweaver or FrontPage, Kompozor offers an array of features that make it the perfect choice for both beginners and experienced developers alike.

Features Overview

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Before diving into the nitty-gritty details of using KompoZer, let's take a quick glance at some of its most notable features:

1. FTP Site Manager: Easily manage your website files from within the editor by specifying FTP (File Transfer Protocol) settings in 'Options > Publishing'. This feature allows you to navigate through all connected sites directly from an intuitive sidebar.

2. Document and Image Management: Filter, sort, and display only specific types of files or documents with ease using KompoZer's powerful search functions. Furthermore, focus exclusively on HTML documents or images by simply clicking the corresponding filter buttons at the top navigation bar.

Getting Started

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### Step 1: Downloading and Installing KompoZer

To begin working with KompoZer:

a) Head over to 'KompoZer download page'(http://kompozer.net/) on your web browser.

b) Click 'Download Now' under the operating system you're using (Windows, Mac OS X or Linux).

c) Follow through with the installation process until prompted for a location; choose an easily accessible folder like `C:\Program Files` in Windows.

### Step 2: Launching KompoZer

1. Double-click on 'kompozer.exe' if you're running Microsoft Windows.

2. On Mac OS X or Linux distributions, navigate to your Applications/Utilities directory and double-click the icon labeled 'KompoZer'.

First Steps

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Once launched:

a) Upon first opening KompoZer, a Welcome Wizard will appear; click 'Next'.

b) Choose whether you'd like to create an empty document (recommended for beginners), open an existing project or select one of several available templates. Click 'Finish' when done.

Basic Navigation and Interface

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### Menu Bar Overview

At the topmost part of KompoZer's main window lies a customizable menu bar:

1. File: Accesses file-related operations such as opening, saving, and quitting.

2. Edit: Provides text manipulation tools like undo/redo actions or searching & replacing strings within documents.

### Document Area

Below the toolbar is where all your web page content will be displayed - this is often referred to as the 'Document' area in HTML parlance. Here you can add, delete and modify elements using KompoZer's visual WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) interface or switch over into Source Code mode for more advanced editing.

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With these basic steps covered, you're now ready to dive headfirst into the world of web development with Kompozer. Remember that practice makes perfect - so don't be afraid to experiment and explore all that this powerful editor has in store!

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