docs: update README.md

Author: VoxDroid

README.md

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 Welcome to **Text Extractor**, a powerful Python-based desktop application built with PyQt6, designed to extract and consolidate text from multiple files into a single output file. This tool is ideal for students, researchers, developers, and anyone needing to efficiently manage and merge text content from various sources, with advanced features like duplicate removal, customizable output formatting, and a modern, themeable interface.
 
-## Important Notices
-
-### Disclaimer
-
-Text Extractor is a tool designed for personal and educational use only, to assist users in extracting and consolidating text from files they have the legal right to access. The maintainers of this project **do not condone or support the unauthorized use or distribution of copyrighted material**. Users are solely responsible for ensuring they have the legal right to access and process the files they use with this tool, and for complying with all applicable laws and terms of service.
-
-**Misuse of this tool to infringe on intellectual property rights, violate copyright laws, or breach terms of service is strictly prohibited.** The maintainers are not liable for any misuse of Text Extractor or any consequences arising from its use, including but not limited to legal action, financial loss, or damage to third parties.
-
-### Ethical Use Guidelines
-
-Text Extractor processes text files, which may include content from proprietary or copyrighted sources. We strongly encourage users to:
-
-- Use Text Extractor responsibly and only for files you have the legal right to access.
-- Respect the intellectual property rights of content creators and owners.
-- Avoid redistributing extracted content without permission, as this may violate copyright laws.
-
-### Risks and Limitations
-
-- **Legal Risks**: Processing files with Text Extractor may involve copyrighted material. Users assume all legal risks associated with using this tool.
-- **File Compatibility**: While Text Extractor supports a wide range of text-based file formats, some files may not be readable due to encoding issues or proprietary formats.
-- **Performance**: Processing large numbers of files or very large files may require significant system resources, depending on the user’s hardware.
-
-## Community Standards
-
-We are committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful community around Text Extractor. Please read our Code of Conduct and Security Policy to understand the standards we expect from all contributors and users. Key points include:
-
-- Respecting the intellectual property rights of content creators.
-- Refraining from using Text Extractor to engage in illegal activities, such as unauthorized processing of copyrighted material.
-- Reporting any violations of the Code of Conduct or security issues to the maintainers via izeno.contact@gmail.com or by opening a private issue labeled "Code of Conduct Violation" or "Security Violation."
-
 ## Table of Contents
 
-- Important Notices
-  - Disclaimer
-  - Ethical Use Guidelines
-  - Risks and Limitations
-- Community Standards
 - Features
 - Supported File Formats
 - Installation
@@ -180,9 +144,9 @@ Text Extractor is packaged using Briefcase, making it easy to run or distribute
 
 ### Pre-Compiled Binaries
 
-- **Windows**: Download the latest `.exe` (portable) or `.msi` (installer) tagged with \[`W`\] for Windows, from the Releases page. Run the MSI installer or use the portable version for no-setup runs.
-- **macOS**: Download the latest universal `.dmg` (x86_64 and Apple Silicon) tagged with \[`M`\] for macOS, from the Releases page. Open the DMG, drag the app to Applications, and launch it.
-- **Linux**: Download the latest `.rpm` (for Fedora/Red Hat), `.deb` (for Debian/Ubuntu), or `.pkg.tar.zst` (for Arch/Pacman) tagged with \[`L`\] for Linux, from the Releases page. Run the installer and launch the app.
+- **Windows**: Download the latest `.exe` (portable) or `.msi` (installer) tagged with \[`W`\] for Windows, from the [Releases section](https://github.com/VoxDroid/Text-Extractor/releases). Run the MSI installer or use the portable version for no-setup runs.
+- **macOS**: Download the latest universal `.dmg` (x86_64 and Apple Silicon) tagged with \[`M`\] for macOS, from the [Releases section](https://github.com/VoxDroid/Text-Extractor/releases). Open the DMG, drag the app to Applications, and launch it.
+- **Linux**: Download the latest `.rpm` (for Fedora/Red Hat), `.deb` (for Debian/Ubuntu), or `.pkg.tar.zst` (for Arch/Pacman) tagged with \[`L`\] for Linux, from the [Releases section](https://github.com/VoxDroid/Text-Extractor/releases). Run the installer and launch the app.
 
 ## Usage
 
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 Here are previews of the main tabs in Text Extractor:
 
 <table style="min-width: 50px">
-<colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"><col style="min-width: 25px"></colgroup><tbody><tr class="border-border"><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p dir="ltr"><br><strong>Extractor Tab</strong></p></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p dir="ltr"><br><strong>Settings Tab</strong></p></td></tr><tr class="border-border"><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p dir="ltr"><br><strong>Help Tab</strong></p></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p></p></td></tr></tbody>
+<colgroup><col style="min-width: 25px"><col style="min-width: 25px"></colgroup><tbody><tr class="border-border"><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p dir="ltr">
+      <img src="assets/screenshots/extractor.png" alt="Extractor Tab" width="400"/><br><strong>Extractor Tab</strong></p></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p dir="ltr"><img src="assets/screenshots/settings.png" alt="Settings Tab" width="400"/><br><strong>Settings Tab</strong></p></td></tr><tr class="border-border"><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p dir="ltr"><img src="assets/screenshots/help.png" alt="Help Tab" width="400"/><br><strong>Help Tab</strong></p></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><p></p></td></tr></tbody>
 </table>
 
 ## Releases
 
-- **Windows**: Pre-compiled `.exe` available in the Releases section.
-- **macOS**: Pre-compiled universal `.dmg` (x86_64 and Apple Silicon) available in the Releases section.
-- **Linux**: Pre-compiled `.rpm` (for Fedora/Red Hat), `.deb` (for Debian/Ubuntu), or `.pkg.tar.tsz` (for Arch/Pacman) available in the Releases page.
+- **Windows**: Pre-compiled `.exe` available in the [Releases section](https://github.com/VoxDroid/Text-Extractor/releases).
+- **macOS**: Pre-compiled universal `.dmg` (x86_64 and Apple Silicon) available in the [Releases section](https://github.com/VoxDroid/Text-Extractor/releases).
+- **Linux**: Pre-compiled `.rpm` (for Fedora/Red Hat), `.deb` (for Debian/Ubuntu), or `.pkg.tar.tsz` (for Arch/Pacman) available in the [Releases section](https://github.com/VoxDroid/Text-Extractor/releases).
 - Check release notes for details on new features, bug fixes, and version updates.
 - The Briefcase-built Python source remains the primary method, supporting all platforms with proper setup.
 
 ## Support
 
-For ways to get help, report issues, or support the project’s development, please see the Support page.
+For ways to get help, report issues, or support the project’s development, please see the [Support](SUPPORT.md) page.
 
 ## Contributing
 
-Text Extractor is open-source, and contributions are encouraged! Please read our Contributing Guidelines, Code of Conduct, and Security Policy before submitting issues or pull requests. Use the appropriate issue templates for reporting bugs, suggesting features, or other contributions, and the Pull Request template for code submissions.
+Text Extractor is open-source, and contributions are encouraged! Please read our [Contributing Guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md), [Code of Conduct](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md), and [Security Policy](SECURITY.md) before submitting issues or pull requests. Use the appropriate issue templates for reporting bugs, suggesting features, or other contributions, and the Pull Request template for code submissions.
 
 ## Security
 
 If you discover a security vulnerability, please follow our Security Policy by emailing izeno.contact@gmail.com or using the Security Report issue template for non-sensitive issues.
 
 ## License
 
-This project is licensed under the MIT License. Use, modify, and distribute it freely per the license terms.
+This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE). Use, modify, and distribute it freely per the license terms.
 
 ## Dependencies
 
@@ -261,13 +226,12 @@ To build from source, install the following Python packages:
 - `packaging` (for version parsing)
 - `qtawesome` (for icons)
 - `briefcase` (for packaging the app)
-- `python-docx` (for .docx file support)
 
 Create a `requirements.txt` file with these dependencies and run `pip install -r requirements.txt`.
 
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-**Developed by VoxDroid**\
-GitHub | Ko-fi
+**Developed by VoxDroid**  
+[GitHub](https://github.com/VoxDroid) | [Ko-fi](https://ko-fi.com/izeno)
 
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