Converting Resources to theWord
Costas (the software creator of theWord) has created a very nice tool that is used
to convert some resource types to theWord’s format. While this tool is multi-
I would like to inform folks right up front that Costas’ converter will not convert “locked” modules. For instance: any modules purchased as a “premium” eSword resource will not convert to TW. It’s a shame, because eSword has some nice premium stuff. Oh well.
Almost all of the modules that I build here at DDT I release for both eSword and theWord. Not all module builders do that, however. You may occasionally find modules built for eSword that you want for theWord. With these instructions, you’ll be able to convert just about every eSword module (except for “premium” resources and .refx files) you’ll ever find.
Simple Instructions For Savvy Computer Users
For those of you who are a little more computer savvy, I’ll simply list the steps here. Everyone else (and I do mean everyone else, because it’s relatively easy to do): I’ll amplify this list with further instructions and pictures just below.
1. Download the TW Converter by clicking here. Install the converter.
2. Open the Converter and click the “e-
3. Click the “browse” button and navigate to the eSword resources you want to convert. Batch converting is not only allowed, but encouraged!
4. Click the “convert” button and navigate to the folder where you want your resources to be created. (NOTE: sometimes modules don’t convert right the first time. Do it a second time, and delete the first module that was built.)
5. Install the module as normal -
Simple Amplified Instructions For Everyone Else
OK -
1. Download the TW Converter by clicking here. Install the converter.
The Installation will automatically install the converter to the main TW installation folder, which is C:\Program Files\theWord\. While you can put the converter anywhere, it’s probably simplest just to leave it right there. When the installation is finished, you have to go get it. Here’s how:
Open your windows explorer. Navigate to the C:\Program Files\theWord folder. Look
for the file called “twimport.” That’s your file. RIGHT-
2. Open the Converter and click the “e-
OK -
3. Click the “browse” button and navigate to the eSword resources you want to convert. Batch converting is not only allowed, but encouraged!
Most/All of your eSword resources you’ll want to convert are located in the “C:\Program
Files\e-
4. Click the “convert” button and navigate to the folder where you want your resources to be created.
Generally speaking, if you’re doing one module at a time, I’d recommend converting the modules right to your desktop. If there are any difficulties with the converter (keep reading...), it will be easy to take care of the issues. If there are no problems, then you cut/paste them right into the proper folders. If you’re batch converting, then here’s where you’ll want to pay a little bit of attention.
BIBLES -
Once your Bible module has converted, you’ll need to put it in a special folder: C:\ProgramData\theWord\Bibles. NT Bibles end with “.nt”; OT Bibles end with “.ot”; and full Bibles end with “.ont”.
ALL OTHER MODULES -
CONVERSION DIFFICULTIES -
abcdefg.gbk.twm
abcdefg.twm
After you’ve run a successful conversion, 1) delete the first file; and then 2) rename
the second file by adding the middle suffix to it. Simply right-
5. Install the module as normal -
Now all you need to do is put the module in the correct folder, and voila! You’re done!
Whether you want to migrate your entire library, or just convert a stray module, Costas’ converter is very well done. Thank you, Costas!