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WorldMerge Frequently Asked Questions

Does WorldMerge send multi-part emails?

Starting with the 4.03 version, WorldMerge sends HTML as 'multi-part', which means that when you send HTML, a plain-text version of the message will be automatically generated and sent with the HTML. In the event that your recipients email software can't display HTML, it will display the plain-text version.

I'm getting the following error: Data access exception: 80040154.

Download the following programs from our site...
mdac_26sp1.exe
Jet40Sp3_Comp.exe
Double click the mdac_26sp1.exe file and follow the prompts to install. It may ask you to reboot. After rebooting, run the Jet40Sp3_Comp.exe install. It may also ask for a reboot.

Can WorldMerge 4.0 connect to Access 97 or Excel 97 database files?

Yes, but you must have the latest Microsoft Data Access Libraries installed on your system. If you are unable to connect to these files, do this:
Download the following programs from our site...
mdac_26sp1.exe
Jet40Sp3_Comp.exe
Double click the mdac_26sp1.exe file and follow the prompts to install. It may ask you to reboot. After rebooting, run the Jet40Sp3_Comp.exe install. It may also ask for a reboot.

Are there any Internet Service Providers that are not compatible with WorldMerge?

Some ISPs either do not have an outgoing mail server or block port 25, which is the port that is used to send email. AOL and MSN are the only known ISPs that are not compatible with WorldMerge.

I'm getting error 10061 when trying to send?

Error 10061 means that WorldMerge was unable to connect to your mail server. Check under the WorldMerge Settings->Mail Server Configuration menu and make sure the SMTP server address is correct.

How do I include Hyper Links in my email messages?

To include a web site address, just type in the full URL including the http:// - when a receipient receives your message, their email software will handle the highlighting and linking of the address. To link an email address, type mailto:email@address.com

How is WorldMerge different than other email programs?

WorldMerge is a program designed specifically to do email merges. It allows you to send personalized email messages to a large number of recipients quickly and easily. WorldMerge is not a general purpose email package.

What are some of the possible uses for WorldMerge?

Personalized invoices, newsletters, new product announcements, follow-ups, and Thanks You's just to name a few.

How many messages per hour can WorldMerge send?

Around 5000 personalized messages per hour, depending upon the speed of your Internet connection and the size of your message.

Can I send HTML Email with WorldMerge?

You can send HTML email with WorldMerge. Here's how:

1. Under the WorldMerge Message menu, select Options
2. Type "Content-Type: text/html; charset="us-ascii" in the User Header Entries box
3. Format your HTML message in the message window

You can even send personalized HTML email!

Why not use a list server?

If you're a professional programmer and have shell access to a machine connected directly to the internet, then a list server may be the thing for you. If not, you will have to pay someone approximately $100 per hour to set up and manage one for you. And list servers send each recipient the same message, so you cannot personalize each message.

WorldMerge provides a very different alternative to list servers. WorldMerge runs on your home or office PC, doesn't require a dedicated connection to the internet, and lets you send personalized messages to each recipient. All without hiring a professional programmer.

How does WorldMerge work with my current database?

Microsoft Access and Microsoft Excel files are directly supported. You just specify the database filename when setting up your project. If your database is in another format, it must be exported to either tab delimited or comma delimited format.

Do I need a database package such as Access to use WorldMerge?

No. You can create a simple mailing database file using notepad. It can be as simple as a list of email addresses.

Will WorldMerge run on my system?

WorldMerge has been tested to run on Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0 and Windows 2000.

Why is this text at the end of my messages?

---------------------------------
ColoradoSoft, Inc. sent you this message using WorldMerge,
the fastest and easiest way to send personalized email messages
to your customers, subscribers, leads or friends.
For more information, visit http://www.coloradosoft.com

It's another incentive to get folks to register. Once you do register, our signature goes away.

How much does it cost to register WorldMerge?

The downloadable version is only $59, much less than the price of similar packages on the market. A CD version is also available.



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