Update ReadMe and project version; add new screenshots

- Refine ReadMe content for improved clarity and consistency.
- Replace outdated screenshot with two new images.
- Update project version from 1.0 to 1.1 in `csproj` file.

Author: drpetersonfernandes

BatchConvertToCompressedFile/BatchConvertToCompressedFile.csproj

@@ -8,8 +8,8 @@
     <UseWPF>true</UseWPF>
     <ApplicationIcon>icon\icon.ico</ApplicationIcon>
     <SupportedOSPlatformVersion>7.0</SupportedOSPlatformVersion>
-    <AssemblyVersion>1.0</AssemblyVersion>
-    <FileVersion>1.0</FileVersion>
+    <AssemblyVersion>1.1</AssemblyVersion>
+    <FileVersion>1.1</FileVersion>
     <IsPackable>false</IsPackable>
     <NeutralLanguage>en</NeutralLanguage>
     <DebugType>embedded</DebugType>

ReadMe.md

@@ -1,22 +1,19 @@
 # Batch Convert to Compressed File
-
 A Windows desktop utility for batch compressing files to `.7z` or `.zip` formats and for verifying the integrity of existing compressed archives.
 
-![Batch Convert to Compressed File](screenshot.png)
+![Batch Convert to Compressed File](screenshot1.png)
+![Batch Convert to Compressed File](screenshot2.png)
 
 ## Overview
-
-Batch Convert to Compressed File is a Windows application that provides a simple user interface for compressing multiple files into individual archives and verifying the integrity of existing compressed files. It uses **7-Zip** for `.7z` compression and built-in .NET libraries for `.zip` compression, while providing a user-friendly interface for batch processing.
+Batch Convert to Compressed File is a Windows application that provides a simple user interface for compressing multiple files into individual archives and verifying the integrity of existing compressed files.
 
 ## Features
-
 - **Batch Compression**: Compress multiple files into individual archives in a single operation.
-- **Multiple Format Support**: Create `.7z` archives using 7-Zip or `.zip` archives using built-in .NET compression.
+- **Multiple Format Support**: Create `.7z` archives or `.zip` archives.
 - **Archive Verification**: Verify the integrity of `.7z`, `.zip`, and `.rar` archives with comprehensive CRC checking.
 - **Progress Tracking**: Detailed progress indication, real-time logging, and write speed monitoring during operations.
 - **Delete Original Option**: Option to remove source files after successful compression.
-- **File Organization**: Automatically move verified archives to success or failed folders.
-- **Global Error Reporting**: Automatic bug reporting to the developer with comprehensive error details.
+- **File Organization**: Automatically move verified archives to "Success" or "Failed" folders.
 - **User-Friendly Interface**: Simple and intuitive tabbed Windows interface with real-time statistics.
 
 ## Supported File Formats
@@ -31,34 +28,30 @@ Batch Convert to Compressed File is a Windows application that provides a simple
 - **.rar files** (RAR archives)
 
 ## Requirements
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 - Windows 7 or later
 - [.NET 9.0 Runtime](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/download/dotnet/9.0)
-- `7z.exe` and `7z.dll` for .7z compression (included with the application)
+- `7z.dll` (included with the application)
 
 ## Installation
-
 1. Download the latest release.
 2. Extract the ZIP file to a folder of your choice.
 3. Run `BatchConvertToCompressedFile.exe`.
 
 ## Usage
 
 ### Compressing Files
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 1. **Select the "Compress Files" tab**.
 2. **Select Source Files Folder**: Click "Browse" next to "Source Files Folder" to select the folder containing files to compress.
 3. **Select Output Folder**: Click "Browse" next to "Output Folder" to choose where the compressed files will be saved.
-4. **Choose Output Format**: Select either ".7z" or ".zip" format for the compressed archives.
+4. **Choose Output Format**: Select either the ".7z" or ".zip" format for the compressed archives.
 5. **Delete Option**: Check "Delete original files after successful compression" if you want to remove source files after compression.
 6. **Start Compression**: Click "Start Compression" to begin the batch process.
 7. **Monitor Progress**: The application displays progress bars, write speed, and detailed log messages for each file during compression.
 8. **Cancel (if needed)**: Click "Cancel" to stop the ongoing compression process gracefully.
 
 ### Verifying Archives
-
 1. **Select the "Verify Archives" tab**.
-2. **Select Archives Folder**: Click "Browse" next to "Archives Folder" to select the folder containing archives to verify.
+2. **Select Archives Folder**: Click "Browse" next to "Archives Folder" to select the folder containing the archives to verify.
 3. **Include Subfolders**: Check this option to recursively scan subdirectories for archives.
 4. **Move Options**: Optionally configure moving successfully verified or failed archives to separate folders.
 5. **Start Verification**: Click "Start Verification" to begin the verification process.
@@ -68,58 +61,42 @@ Batch Convert to Compressed File is a Windows application that provides a simple
 
 ### 7-Zip (.7z)
 The 7z format is an open-source archive format that offers several advantages:
-
-- **Superior Compression**: Often achieves better compression ratios than ZIP and RAR formats.
+- **Superior Compression**: Often achieves better compression ratios than the ZIP and RAR formats.
 - **Multiple Compression Methods**: Supports LZMA, LZMA2, and other advanced compression algorithms.
 - **Strong Encryption**: AES-256 encryption support for secure archives.
-- **Unicode Support**: Proper handling of international file names.
+- **Unicode Support**: Proper handling of international filenames.
 
 ### ZIP (.zip)
 The ZIP format is a widely supported archive format that provides:
-
 - **Universal Compatibility**: Supported natively by Windows and most operating systems.
 - **Fast Compression**: Quick compression and decompression using built-in .NET libraries.
 - **Wide Software Support**: Compatible with virtually all archive management tools.
 
 ## Why Use This Tool?
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 - **Save Time**: Batch process multiple files instead of compressing them one by one.
 - **Save Disk Space**: Compressed files take up significantly less storage space.
 - **Verify Integrity**: Ensure your archives are not corrupted and can be safely extracted.
-- **Organize Files**: Automatically organize verified archives into success and failed folders.
+- **Organize Files**: Automatically organize verified archives into "Success" and "Failed" folders.
 - **Reliability**: Built-in error handling and comprehensive logging for troubleshooting.
 
 ## Troubleshooting
-
-- Ensure `7z.exe` and `7z.dll` are present in the same directory as the application for .7z compression.
+- Ensure `7z.dll` is present in the same directory as the application for .7z compression.
 - Make sure you have appropriate permissions to read from the input and write to the output directories.
-- If .7z compression is failing, verify that `7z.exe` is not missing or corrupted.
 - Review the application log window for detailed error messages during operations.
 - Automatic error reports will be sent to the developer if unexpected issues occur.
 - For verification issues, ensure the archive files are not in use by other applications.
 
 ## ⭐ Support This Project
-
 If you find this tool useful, please consider:
 
-- **⭐ Giving us a star** on GitHub to show your support
-- **💝 Making a donation** to help us continue developing useful tools
-
-Your support helps us maintain and improve this software for everyone!
-
-**[⭐ Star this project on GitHub](https://github.com/yourusername/BatchConvertToCompressedFile)**
-
-**[💝 Donate via PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=YOUR_BUTTON_ID)**
+  **[⭐ Star this project on GitHub](https://github.com/drpetersonfernandes/BatchConvertToCompressedFile)**<br>
+  **[💝 If you like this software, consider a donation](https://www.purelogiccode.com/donate/)**
 
 Every star and donation is greatly appreciated and motivates us to keep creating helpful tools for the community!
 
 ## Acknowledgements
-
-- Uses **7-Zip** (`7z.exe`) for .7z archive creation and extraction.
-- Uses **SevenZipExtractor** library for comprehensive archive verification.
-- Uses **.NET System.IO.Compression** for ZIP file operations.
+- Uses **7-Zip** (`7z.dll`) for archive creation and extraction.
 - Developed by [Pure Logic Code](https://www.purelogiccode.com).
 
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-
 Thank you for using **Batch Convert to Compressed File**! For more information and support, visit [purelogiccode.com](https://www.purelogiccode.com).