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Standalone indexing software allows back-of-the-book indexers to create indexes quickly and economically. The work of analyzing the book and composing the index entries continues to be done by the indexer. The following software packages function like "word processors" specifically designed for back-of-the-book indexing:

Macrex was the first back-of-the-book indexing software package available for professional indexers. Today, Macrex handles back-of-the-book indexing, periodical indexes and web indexing.

Cindex provides standard features for indexing books, newspapers and periodicals. These features include sorting, cross-reference checking and formatting.

SKY Index also provides standard features for back-of-the-book indexing. Advanced features include autocomplete and "drag-and-drop" embedding into Microsoft Word documents.

wINDEX is a simple, economic indexing tool.