Help with BriefCatch

Windows XP or newer operating system with Word version 2007 or newer. (Note: Some users have reported issues on machines running Windows 7. If you experience any problems, please contact us.)

You must register a new account by signing up for the free two-week trial or by purchasing an annual license. After registering, you will have access to the download page, where you can save BriefCatch to your computer.

Some browser settings may prevent .exe files from being downloaded, or warn you that the file may be unsafe. If prompted, make sure you mark BriefCatch.exe as safe so you're able to access the file. If you’re having trouble, we also have a zipped version available. You’ll have to unzip the software before installing it.

Installing BriefCatch is a piece of cake: you simply download an .exe file and then open it to start the installation process. It takes about 30 seconds. The next time you open Word, BriefCatch will be the last tab on the right. (Note: Make sure Word is closed before you install BriefCatch.)

Under the my account page, check “Notify me when a new version of BriefCatch is released.” When we release a new version, you will be notified via email.

Simply download the new version and install. This will overwrite your existing installation with the updated version of BriefCatch. (Note: Make sure Word is closed prior to updating.)

Under the BriefCatch tab in Word, click About. The version will be shown as “BriefCatch checker version 2017.1.6583”. Check the current version shown on the download page to see if you’re running the latest version.

The first time you open Word after installing BriefCatch, you may be prompted to confirm the installation. If so, click the Install button.

Try using BriefCatch after following each step below, in order:

1. Close and reopen Microsoft Word.
2. Restart your computer.
3. Open the installation file again and choose Repair.
4. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
5. Within Word, click File - Options. In the Options menu, click Add-ins. Near the bottom, click Go next to “Manage COM Add-ins”. Ensure that “Legal Writing Pro’s Brief Catch for Microsoft Office” is listed and checked. Click OK.

If BriefCatch still does not work, please contact us for help.

The only requirements are a Windows PC with Word.

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Open the installation file and select Uninstall.