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project-decompile-chm

Decompile Microsoft CHM archives into readable HTML across platforms.

Updated Jan 6, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#html#cross-platform#decompile#delphi#chm#rad-studio
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cslsoftwares/ParamentersORM --skill project-decompile-chm
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: project-decompile-chm
Source: https://github.com/cslsoftwares/ParamentersORM/tree/main/.cursor/skills/project-decompile-chm_V1.0.0
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cslsoftwares/ParamentersORM --skill project-decompile-chm

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides cross-platform decompilation of Microsoft CHM Help Files into readable HTML, enabling easy viewing, indexing, and offline access.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Decompile CHM to HTML using a canonical script with multiple backends (Windows: hh.exe; Linux/macOS: 7z or extract_chmLib).
  • Produce a navigable folder of HTML files that preserves CHM structure for RAD Studio/Delphi documentation.
  • Use Case: Convert help files from RAD Studio/Delphi projects to HTML for online documentation or offline review.

Quick Start

Decompile a CHM file to HTML across Windows, Linux, and macOS by invoking the canonical script with the target path.

Frequently Asked Questions about project-decompile-chm

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I decompile a Microsoft CHM help file to readable HTML?▼

You decompile a CHM file to HTML by invoking a canonical Python script that extracts the archive into a navigable folder preserving the original HTML structure.

Can I extract CHM files on Linux and macOS without Windows hh.exe?▼

Yes, you can extract CHM files on Linux and macOS using cross-platform backends like 7z or chmlib, serving as alternatives to the Windows hh.exe decompiler.

Does decompiling RAD Studio or Delphi documentation preserve the original CHM structure?▼

Yes, decompiling RAD Studio or Delphi CHM documentation preserves the original structure, producing a navigable folder of HTML files for offline review and archival.

What tools do I need to convert CHM to HTML across multiple platforms?▼

To convert CHM to HTML you need the canonical Python script installed, plus Windows hh.exe, or cross-platform backends like 7z or extract_chmLib depending on your operating system.

Why use a Python script for CHM decompilation instead of manual extraction?▼

Using a Python script for CHM decompilation automates extraction across different operating systems, ensuring readable and structured HTML output without manual file handling.

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