DirectSOFT5 is the new and improved version of the Windows-based PLC programming package. With many new instructions, programming is now easier, quicker and more intuitive than ever. Improved viewing options and customizable tool bars make it easier to program and monitor your PLC system.

With DirectSOFT5, documentation can be exported for use in other applications. User Interface Themes allow operators to create a unique look and feel for the DirectSOFT5 programming environment. The dock-able window feature allows relocation of Cross Reference and Data views. The ability to auto-hide or even tear away views and place them outside the DirectSOFT5 work space .

The product offering has been simplified to a full support PC-DSOFT5 package that programs all of the DirectLOGIC PLCs, and the new PC-DS100 package, which is a full-featured FREE programming package with a 100 word limitation.

Main features:

- IBoxes "fill-in-the-blank" instructions (for DL05, DL06, D2-250-1, D2-260 and D4-450 only)
- Tabbed views to optimize your viewing area.
- Fully customizable Tool Bars - dock-able, lock-able and group-able.
- Dock-able windows allow you to relocate Data View and Cross Reference views, auto-hide, or tear away and place them outside the DirectSOFT5 workspace - even on a second display! - for full ladder viewing optimization.
- User Interface Themes allow you to give DirectSOFT5 the same look and feel as your favorite Windows applications.
- "Tip of the Day" is a good way to learn new features and short cuts.
- Export documentation for use in the new C-more panels.