Frequently Asked Questions

When I view a source code in the Source Code Editor, it doesn't highlight it in the specified language
Make sure you choose the desired language from the Toolbar before opening the source code as a document.

I found a bug! Can you fix it?
First of all, be sure you're using the latest version of Vikon. Check the Help guide to see if there is solution for your problem. If not, go the our website, click on Bug report and send as much info about it as you can.

I got stuck on the Full Screen Mode! What can I do to exit it?
Press the ESC button and everything should go back to normal.

Sometimes when I save an imported text file I get "Unknown error has occurred. How do I fix it?"
Please make sure that the imported text file is not set to Read-Only mode.

I have Windows-7, I get "Access Denied" message all the time. Why?
For Windows-7 and Windows-8 users, try running Vikon As Administrator.

Vikon crashes, what can I do?
Please remove the file "FontBox.dll" from your Vikon directory. The file is located in "Bin". if Vikon continues to crash, go to our website and click on "Bug Report", provide us with all the possible information about the problem including your:
  1. Vikon version
  2. Operating system
  3. Information about your Hardware

Lines and Characters counters are not working, what can I do to fix it?
Please make sure that WordWrap is turned OFF.

"Go To..." in Edit menu is not working. Why?
WordWrap must be turned OFF.

When I click on "Spell Check", I get an error "en-US.dic not found". How can I possibly fix it?
This was a common error in the early 2.8. However, it was fixed. If the error keep occuring, please do the following:
  1. Open your Vikon directory then open "Dictionary".
  2. Move the file "en-US" to Bin folder.

I have a feature request, what do I do?
Please go to our website and fill a contact form with all your requested features.

Can I change the font a background colors?
Absolutely. Click on "Format" then click on "Colors".

What is the maximum font size in Vikon?
The maximum font size in the Toolbar is 26 but you can make it go up to 72 by clicking on "Format" and then "Font".

Are there any Highlighting hotkeys?
Yes. Try using Shift+Arrow Keys.

I can't click on the text case conversion. Why?
Please make sure there is a Selected/Highlighted text.

Will you release the source code of Vikon?
No. Although I've been asked to release it many times before.

What language did you use to code Vikon?
Visual Basic.Net

When I uninstall Vikon, will it leave any junk in my registry?
MyKeyBox is the only thing left in the regisrty. You can easily track it and delete it from this path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER>VikonCheck

Why did you change the name from Textpad to Vikon?
The name was changed to prevent confusion with TextPad which was created by Helios Software.

Is Vikon really free?
Yes. Vikon is absolutely free.

Can I become a tester?
Well, if you think that you have enough experience in testing programs then please feel free to contact us either by Email or by filling a contact form on our website.

How can I contribute to Vikon?
Please check the contribution section on our website for more details.

How can I contact the developer?
You can easily contact us through our website or Email
LinkedSofts.co.nr // Vikon.co.nr
LinkedSofts@yahoo.com