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Hello, What software will people be using and why when Publisher is phased out in October 2026? Thank you.
I know there's InDesign and Canva. Also, will Publisher files be able to be converted ?
A desktop publishing application from Microsoft that focuses on page layout and graphic design.
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Thanks David.
I just came across Affinity Publisher and will check out their free trial.
I always have the pdf's which should be able to be converted into editable copies with some software.
Amanda
Google has a variety of suggestions as to where you can buy a copy of Publisher.
BE CAREFUL of getting scammed!
My main point should have been if you already have, or can buy, any free standing copy of Publisher, then you can extend the years you use Publisher. If you have an older version laying around then use it...just do a custom install. If you have to buy a new copy, then any version from Pub 2010 to the newest should be compatible with the newest file version.
With that being said, the handwriting is on the wall. Publisher is going away...a free standing copy only extends the time you will be able to use it. It is time to start planning to move away from it. Personally I hope Serif or some other DTP company develops the ability to open Pub files directly before the deadline. But even if they didn't I would probably start transitioning by copy and pasting content from important Publisher templates and files while you still can.
DavidF
Thank you David. That's a very good idea.
I just looked for Publisher on Amazon.uk and unfortunately it's unavailable.
It would be great to know where I can purchase this.
You are welcome.
Don't forget the easiest solution...buy a free standing copy of Publisher. I personally prefer legacy versions as MSFT started degrading Publisher as of Pub 2013. If you can find a copy of Pub 2010 and turn off automatic Office updates, you should be able to use that copy into the future. You can also run multiple versions at the same time...
DavidF
Thank you David for sharing this information with links. I will check out Affinity Publisher.
I need something where it's easy to draw and measure text boxes for newsletters.
Amanda