Edit Extended Characters

Run'n HS5.0 n'wood lke to edt my extended characters.
I use alot that are not on the list, and a lot that are on
the list, I don't use.
Can I edit this list and put in the ones that I use?
thank you
JWC

Hi,
On your install, have a look at:
C:\Program Files\Macromedia\HomeSite+\UserData\spechar.dat
Make sure you back up the original file, just in case.
Enjoy

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