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Help Guide
Getting Started
Welcome to ChronoCraft! This tool allows you to build, customize, and export visual timelines with ease. All your data is saved automatically in your browser.
Adding & Modifying Events
- Add Event: Fill in the "Add/Modify Event" form with a label, time, and class, then click "Add Event to Timeline".
- Modify Event: Click the "Modify" button () on any timeline event. Its data will populate the form. After making changes, click "Add Event to Timeline" to re-insert it.
- Remove Event: Click the "Remove" button () on an event to delete it permanently.
Managing Event Classes
- Create Class: In the "Manage Event Classes" section, ensure the dropdown shows "-- Create a new class --". Enter a name, choose colors, a font, and optionally upload an icon image. Click "Save Event Class".
- Modify Class: Select an existing class from the dropdown. Its current settings will load. Make your changes and click "Save Event Class".
- Delete Class: Select a class from the dropdown, then click "Delete Selected Class". Any events using this class will revert to the "Generic Event" style.
Import & Export
- Import from JSON: Click this to load a previously exported
.json file. Warning: This will overwrite your current timeline.
- Export as Image: Generates a high-quality
.png screenshot with a transparent background, ready for sharing or reports.
- Export as HTML: Generates a standalone
.html file of your timeline, including the title and styles, perfect for sharing online.
- Export as JSON: Saves your entire project (title, events, and custom classes) into a
.json file. Use this to back up your work or move it to another device.