English & Armenian Dictionary is a translation tool developed by Armenian Dictionary Software Inc. This piece of software follows the same criterion of all the application produced by Armenian Dictionary Software Inc., the extreme simplicity.
All you have to do to get this dictionary to work is to input a word in the input line and it will automatically search and translate the word (if it is included in the database). An interesting alternative to this method is the import word feature. By hitting this button the application enters in a stand-by state. Then, you can select a word to translate in any desktop application you have open in your PC, and the dictionary will input the word and translate it automatically. When you are working in the Armenian to English tab, there’s a new button available with a little keyboard icon on it. This button opens a virtual Armenian keyboard so you can enter a word (considering that it isn’t likely that you have an Armenian keyboard).
Another feature of the dictionary is the Export Word feature. With this option you can export the currently selected word in the dictionary either to the clipboard or to a notepad file. Finally, you can access to the settings screen where you can configure colors and other parameters of the application to your like.
English & Armenian Dictionary is designed to run on Windows based systems only. It runs almost in every version of Windows though (32 bits versions only). Check the list below:
• Microsoft Windows 98, ME and NT
• Microsoft Windows 2000
• Microsoft Windows XP
• Microsoft Windows 2003
• Microsoft Windows Media Center 2005
• Microsoft Windows Vista
Regarding system requirements, here’s a list for you to check out:
• Pentium compatible CPU
• 32 MB RAM or more
• 7 MB free space or more for the software's installation and running
• Mouse and Keyboard
• Sound Card (recommended)
You can try this tool for free for an unlimited period of time, but with some restrictions. You will be able to access the 10% of the word database only. Anyways, it is sufficient to get a feel about the application and decide whether or not buying it. If you decide to purchase English & Armenian Dictionary you can do it online using a credit card, and it will only cost you $ 19.95!
Pros
- It includes a virtual Armenian keyboard
- You can buy it for an affordable price
- It offers a small window mode
Cons
- The trial is limited to the 10% of the word database
- It doesn't include pronunciation tools