Convert GLO to HPJ

Understanding glo and hpj file formats

GLO files are Glossary files commonly used in the context of Microsoft Help Workshop and LaTeX. In Microsoft Help Workshop, a GLO file contains glossary terms and definitions that can be referenced in help documentation projects.

HPJ files are Help Project files used by Microsoft Help Workshop. An HPJ file is a project file that defines the structure, content, and settings for compiling a Windows Help (.HLP) file. It references source files, such as RTF documents, images, and glossary files like GLO.

How to convert glo to hpj

There is no direct conversion from a GLO file to an HPJ file, as they serve different purposes. Instead, the typical workflow involves including the GLO file in an HPJ project. The HPJ file references the GLO file so that glossary terms are incorporated into the compiled help file.

To include a GLO file in an HPJ project:

1. Open Microsoft Help Workshop.
2. Create a new project or open an existing HPJ file.
3. In the project editor, locate the [FILES] section.
4. Add the name of your .glo file to this section.
5. Save the HPJ file and compile the project to generate the final help file.

There is no standalone converter for GLO to HPJ, as the process is about project integration rather than file transformation.

Best software for working with glo and hpj files

• Microsoft Help Workshop (free, legacy software): The primary tool for creating and managing HPJ projects and incorporating GLO files.
• HelpScribble (commercial): A modern help authoring tool that can import and manage HPJ projects and related files.

To add a GLO file in Microsoft Help Workshop, use the menu: Project → Add Files and select your .glo file.

Summary

While you cannot directly convert a GLO file to an HPJ file, you can integrate GLO files into HPJ projects using Microsoft Help Workshop or compatible help authoring tools. This allows glossary terms to be included in your compiled help documentation.