How to include help files when building installer

Hi!
How can I include my application help manual (in .pdf format) when building the installer such that the file goes into a designated folder and its link appears in the Start>Programs>App folder ?
Thanks,
Gurdas
Gurdas Singh
PhD. Candidate | Civil Engineering | NCSU.edu

Gurdas,
Add the .pdf as a support file in your executable
Create an installer for the executable
Under the "Files" button on the "Installer" tab select the .pdf and select "create program item".
This will place the .pdf in the start menu program group.
cheers,
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