Question 1

How do I install DzHTMLText in Lazarus?

Accepted Answer

Download the repository, open LazDzHTMLText.lpk in Lazarus, compile and install the package. Ensure you add the correct library paths as per the README, typically under Lib\{Platform}\{Config}, to avoid compilation errors.

Question 2

DzHTMLText vs TWebBrowser for displaying formatted text in Delphi?

Accepted Answer

DzHTMLText is lighter and faster for native text rendering with HTML-like tags, ideal for static or interactive labels, but lacks JavaScript and full HTML5 support. TWebBrowser is better for dynamic web content but is heavier and less integrated with Delphi's UI components.

Question 3

How to add a clickable image link in DzHTMLText?

Accepted Answer

Use the tag with an ImageList index or for resources, and wrap it in an tag. Set the Images property to your ImageList and handle the OnLinkClick event for custom actions, as shown in the README's event examples.

Question 4

Does DzHTMLText support CSS styles?

Accepted Answer

No, DzHTMLText uses its own tag-based syntax for styling, similar to HTML but without CSS. You can use tags like for font color and for background color, or define custom styles via the CustomStyles property with

Question 5

Why is my DzHTMLText component showing a red border at design time?

Accepted Answer

A red border indicates syntax errors in your HTML-like text. Right-click the component and choose 'Show Syntax Errors' to view a list of issues, such as unclosed tags or incorrect parameters, which must be fixed manually.

Question 6

How to handle right-to-left text in DzHTMLText?

Accepted Answer

Enable the RightToLeftText property and use the RTL notation support mentioned in the README. The component includes specific handling for RTL text alignment and line breaks, but complex layouts may require careful tag structuring.

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