PrintMaster Platinum 8.0

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Summary: Not bad for the average Joe
Review: For those of us who just need an occasional outlet for our creativity and can't justify the big bucks for professional design software, this tool is great! Naturally, it's a little glitchy and it doesn't have the power that a professional demands, but it is still a fine program. The interface is simple, and it's easy to get started. It's possibilities are seemingly endless for those of you with creative minds, but for the rest of us, they have pre-fabricated cards, etc. The graphics set is overwhelming, but the search capabilities bring it down to size. There is some standard cheap clipart, but there is a significant amount of high quality clips, artwork and photos. Also, the cartoon-o-matic is fantastic. I can play with it for hours. This program is a lot for your money. It is an excellent purchase if you are not looking for a professional tool. Enjoy!

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Summary: Great potential, but......
Review: I had a similar experience as reviewer Joe. First I bought Printmaster 7.0 Gold and loved the features, but hated having to keep re-inserting the program disk back and forth every time I used the Art CD's. In addition, the online help didn't work. As the software is relatively inexpensive I decided to upgrade to 8.0 Platinum. Well, so far I have been unable to run the 8.0. After installing the software the program starts to launch but then aborts with some invalid page fault error message. So far no response to my request for technical assistance via email. I think this could be great software for the casual home user, and I am even tempted to shell out [the cash] for version 10 to see if they have the bugs worked out yet. All I would say is Buyer Beware.

Rating:
Summary: Great potential, but......
Review: I had a similar experience as reviewer Joe. First I bought Printmaster 7.0 Gold and loved the features, but hated having to keep re-inserting the program disk back and forth every time I used the Art CD's. In addition, the online help didn't work. As the software is relatively inexpensive I decided to upgrade to 8.0 Platinum. Well, so far I have been unable to run the 8.0. After installing the software the program starts to launch but then aborts with some invalid page fault error message. So far no response to my request for technical assistance via email. I think this could be great software for the casual home user, and I am even tempted to shell out [the cash] for version 10 to see if they have the bugs worked out yet. All I would say is Buyer Beware.

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Summary: PrintMaster Platinum 8.0
Review: I have owned other earlier copies of PrintMaster and by far the Platinum version 8.0 is far superior. It uses every little hard drive space, is very user friendly, and so far is endless in graphic choices and ability. As a third grade school teacher, I am constantly in need of new and exciting ways to present topics. PrintMaster Platinum gives me the freedom to graphically enhance the subject matter and improve the learning envirorment.

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Summary: PrintMaster Platinum 8.0
Review: I have owned other earlier copies of PrintMaster and by far the Platinum version 8.0 is far superior. It uses every little hard drive space, is very user friendly, and so far is endless in graphic choices and ability. As a third grade school teacher, I am constantly in need of new and exciting ways to present topics. PrintMaster Platinum gives me the freedom to graphically enhance the subject matter and improve the learning envirorment.

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Summary: So wonderfully easy to use!
Review: I was shopping with my parents one day when I noticed an older version of PrintMaster at an incredibly low price. I had to have it. That's when it all started. Our church needed a newsletter, so I started doing it. I took over the calendar. I did the usher's pins. I did SO MANY THINGS for our church, home, family, and friends. This may surprise you, but it's true - I started all that stuff at the age of 11! I'm now 13, and I still love PrintMaster. It's one of my essential computer programs! Buy this or a later version - you won't be disappointed!

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Summary: So wonderfully easy to use!
Review: This is a great piece of software! It does it all; posters, signs, banners, greetings, cards, and more. All you have to do is supply the imagination, and utilize the immense art gallery to create a top-quality project. The user interface is easy to use, and the optional web integration is seamless. If you are a bit lacking in the creativity area you can use a ready-made project instead of starting from scratch. Highly recommended for fun, productivity, or possibly even business. Highly recommended.

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Summary: Very disappointing
Review: This is a product that could be great. I had both the 4.0 and 7.0 versions of Printmaster and was very satisfied with both. Got the 8.0 Platinum and among other things, the Typical install doesn't even work. Bad sign right from the start. CD's were shipped mislabeled and don't work right, etc. Tech support has no 800 number and e-mail tech support still hasn't responded to my requests for help. A patch could clear many problems up, but since Mindscape and Broderbund became one company, I don't know when that'll be. I liked it better when it was just Mindscape...I've re-installed 7.0 on my machine until the patch comes out, if one comes out. Good luck if you buy this thing.