Frequently Asked Questions

Purchasing

Can I get a discount price for upgrading to HandyGraph 2.0?

Yes, if you have purchased a license for any previous version.  For a Single-User license you save 25%.  more information

Do you have any special deals for schools?

Yes.  We offer site licenses for schools at a significant discount.  more information

How about students, any deals for us?

Yes.  We offer a Semester license for only $15.  If you only need HandyGraph for 1 class, this time-limited license is the way to go.  more information

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept credit cards, checks, purchase orders, and PayPal.

Do you accept Purchase Orders?

Yes.  We accept purchase orders from US schools.  Complete and print an order form then send it with your signed purchase order.  order forms

Installation

What’s the difference between the evaluation version and the real version?

The only difference is that the evaluation version expires after 30 days.  We provide this fully functional version so you can try the software before you buy it.

Does HandyGraph 2.0 work with Word 2007?

Yes.  You can simply copy a graph from HandyGraph and paste it into Word.  HandyGraph 2.0 is a standalone application that exports graph images in a variety of formats.  These images can be used in any program that accepts images.

Licensing

I am using HandyGraph at work.  Can I use it on my home computer as well?

Generally no.  You will need a second license unless both computers are owned by you, or both computers are owned by your employer.
License Agreement License Agreement

I have purchased a Single-User License for my home computer.  Can I use it on my laptop as well?

You can install HandyGraph on two computers for your own use if both computers are owned by you.  However, you are not licensed to USE the software on both computers at the same time.
License Agreement License Agreement

My Evaluation License has expired.  May I get another Evaluation License?

No.  Once your evaluation has expired, you must purchase a license to use HandyGraph.  purchasing info

If I buy a Semester License, can I get another license later?

Yes.  A Semester License lasts for 180 days.  After that, you can purchase another Semester License, or purchase a non-expiring Single-User License.  purchasing info

Why does HandyGraph prompt for an administrator account and password to enter a license?

Windows requires administrator privileges to make any change that affects all users of a computer.

I have questions about site licenses.

Please see the site license page for all the details.  If your questions are not answered there, please ask us.

Using HandyGraph 2.0

Where’s the HandyGraph icon in Word?

HandyGraph 2.0 does not have an icon in Word.  Instead, it is a standalone program that can export graph images into Word and any other program that accepts images.  Run HandyGraph from the Windows Start menu.  more information

Can I use HandyGraph 2.0 to edit graphs in Word which I made with previous versions of HandyGraph?

Unfortunately no.  Previous versions of HandyGraph only worked inside Word and created graphs that were collections of Word drawing objects (lines and text boxes).  This was fast and convenient but was limited to Word and its drawing capabilities.  HandyGraph 2.0 is a standalone program the creates images that can be saved to file for editing later.  An image can be exported (as a graphics file or using the clipboard) for use in Word or any program that accepts images.  more information

How do I make graphs to put in my web page?

  1. Determine the size in pixels you would like the graph image to be.  This will vary depending on your particular web page.
  2. In Options Options set Units to "pixels" and Width and Height Mode to "Image"
  3. On the Values tab, enter the desired Width and Height of the entire image in pixels.  Note: HandyGraph will adjust these values slightly to keep the grid spacing even.
  4. Set your graph features such as min, max, colors, functions, and points.  If desired adjust the margins in Options Options.
  5. Save Save your graph with a descriptive name (so you can open it later) and
    export Export your graph as a GIF or PNG.
  6. You can now insert this GIF or PNG image in your web page with your web page authoring software.  All the images in the gallery of graphs were made this way.

How can I prevent long axis names from getting cut off at the edge of the image?

Increase the image margins in the Options Options.

Why don’t the lines appear to change when I change the line width?

This is due to the limitations of your screen.  Zoom in Zoom In Tool for a better view.

How can I keep the line labels from overlapping each other?

You can label fewer lines, for example select every 2 or every 5 rather than every 1.

or  Reduce the Font size for line labels.

or  Increase the Width and Height of the image to put more space between labels.

How do I move the line labels so they are not on top of the gridlines?

On the Labels tab align the labels to the side of the grid line, rather than centered.

or  Choose Keep outside grid so labels appear outside lines.