Am 08/07/2016 07:30 PM, schrieb Dennis E. Hamilton:
-----Original Message-----
From: Marcus [mailto:marcus.m...@wtnet.de]
Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2016 09:21
To: d...@openoffice.apache.org
Cc: qa@openoffice.apache.org
Subject: Re: [TESTING] Applying openoffice-4.1.2-patch1 for Windows
Feedback for the .zip file:
Do you have a reason in mind for the "apply" in the file name? I would
delete this as I don't see a benefit and it would shorten the file name.
[orcmid]
I used the apply suffix to allow for there being a (semi-)automatic version
that worked automatically later. I would then propose hotfix or something for
that. This allowed for both to exist at some point.
I'd rather not change that now since folks know to look for it by that name, it
is used in the readme, etc.
it's just a test version which can still be changed. So, I would shorten
the name it and edit also the README.
When extracting a ZIP file I cannot stand it when no subdirectory is
included and the files are extracted where the current directory is at
the moment. So, I've to search for the new files.
[orcmid]
The Extract ... tool for Windows automatically creates a folder to put
everything into, although it will be in the same folder as the .zip. So having
a folder in there simply adds an extra level. That is using the Windows
extract.
Ah, OK. I always use "Extract here".
Other tools, such as WinZip also allow the user to choose a folder destination,
although it might take more work, and knowledgeable users of Zip tools know how
to tell what to do that works according to the README.
Marcus
Therefore please include a "files" dir (or similar name) into the ZIP
file.
[orcmid]
The normal choice would be something like 4.1.2-patch1-apply :).
Feedback for the README file.
[orcmid]
Thank you. I will go over all of the suggestions on the README that have come
in so far, and provide an update today.
Line 25:
It should be improve into "please consult a knowledgable person (e.g.,
family member work colleauge, acquaintance) that is able to assist you".
At least for me it sounds better.
Line 41.
Put all OPTIONAL things at the section end.
Line 44/45:
old: "... that are part of the system.installed."
new: "... that are part of the installed system."
Line 64/65:
One "which" is double.
Line 86-89:
I don't know if this is necessary for this process. I think it would
just foster help requests to the dev@ mailing list.
Line 111:
I would write ", the .zip file is available to use.".
Line 114:
One "or" is double.
Line 131:
No, there is no folder extracted. Please include one (see at the top of
this mail).
[orcmid]
Did you not use the Windows "Extract ..." action on the context menu?
Line 147:
IMHO this was stated already. Please don't rename the new file in the
ZIP file. Otherwise the user has to do an additional file rename which
should not be done.
[orcmid]
That must be a misunderstanding. I don't propose anything like that.
Line 153:
The same for the ASC file.
Line 183 and 186:
Both parts can be described together to save 1 step.
Line 208:
This step should be avoided (see at the top of this mail).
Line 222-231:
As stated previously (line 86-89).
Line 240:
To give (again) the hint that OpenOffice should be closed before
renaming the files would be nice to the user.
I hope this feedback is helpful for you.
[orcmid]
Yes, thank you. I will look more closely when making the edits.
Marcus
Am 08/03/2016 05:31 AM, schrieb Dennis E. Hamilton:
Testing of an Apache OpenOffice 4.1.2-patch1 procedure is requested.
The files to be used in testing are at
<https://dist.apache.org/repos/dist/dev/openoffice/4.1.2-
patch1/binaries/Windows>.
The files to be tested and reviewed are
* README-4.1.2-patch1-apply-Windows.txt
The description of the procedure for applying a corrected
library file to installed copies of Apache OpenOffice 4.1.2
on Windows. Read this first before deciding to download
the Zip file and attempting the procedure.
* apache-openoffice-4.1.2-patch1-apply-Win_x86.zip
The Zip archive containing the files to be used in the
procedure. There is a copy of the README within the
archive as well.
* apache-openoffice-4.1.2-patch1-apply-Win_x86.zip.asc
* apache-openoffice-4.1.2-patch1-apply-Win_x86.zip.md5
* apache-openoffice-4.1.2-patch1-apply-Win_x86.zip.sha256
Files that provide a digital signature, an MD5 hash,
and an SHA256 hash that can be used to verify the
integrity of the download and, in the case of the
digital signature, the authenticity and accuracy of
the download.
REQUESTED TESTING
* [OPTIONAL] If you are able to check any of the .asc,
.md5, and .sha256 files against the .zip, report any
difficulties that may have been encountered.
* If you performed the procedure, report
* the version of Microsoft Windows and the type of
account used (administrator or standard user).
* report whether the procedure succeeded
* if the procedure failed or met with difficulties,
please summarize the problems and how you over-
came any of them
* [IMPORTANT] Identify any missing, incomplete or
confusing information in the README. Describe what you
see as important improvements before making general
release of the procedure for use by non-expert users of
Apache OpenOffice on Windows.
The goal is to provide as much as we can to assist Windows users in
applying this fix with confidence and success. The experience of more-
knowledgable users who appreciate the difficulties of non-experts is
important in achieving that.
Thank you for any effort you invest and the feedback you provide.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
To unsubscribe, e-mail: qa-unsubscr...@openoffice.apache.org
For additional commands, e-mail: qa-h...@openoffice.apache.org
