helpfiles

noun

UK /ˈhɛlpfaɪlz/

US /ˈhɛlpfaɪlz/

Helpfiles are computer pages that tell you how to use a program.

I opened the helpfiles to learn how to save my game.

SYNONYMS

documentation guides manuals instructions support pages

RELATED WORDS

help menu tutorial FAQ user guide tooltip

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Digital documents bundled with software that explain its features.

The helpfiles explained every button on the screen.

3. Online support articles that answer common questions.

She searched the helpfiles for a fix to the error.

4. Text files ending in .hlp or .chm used on older computers.

The old program came with helpfiles you could read offline.