Crossword Puzzle Helper Editor's Review

Crossword Puzzle Helper is a simple application that gives you the possibility to find words just by giving it a mask of the desired word.

The interface is very simple. You can find an edit box there, where you can input the desired word. There is a hint right in the interface about how you can use it. It gives an example about how can you use the '?' character as a wildcard mask for the search.

Pressing the 'Start' button triggers the whole process. The application returns a list of files that match the criteria by reading the whole word dictionary.

The application provides you a 'Maintenance' window that gives you the possibility to modify the dictionary. You can add words, remove words, or reset the whole dictionary to the default word set.

Pluses: it has a simple and easy to use interface, you have the possibility to modify the provided dictionary.

Drawbacks / flaws:

In conclusion: if you are a hardcore crossword solver and some of the words just won't fit in, this program is a priceless friend. The program can be used by others too, depending on their needs.

version reviewed: 1.2.0 UB