Publisher alternative in 2026

Anonymous
2024-05-30T12:21:21+00:00

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 ?

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-03-08T06:56:16+00:00

    Whoever decided to discontinue Publisher has obviously has never tried to do a substantial newsletter or document that has many images in MS Word. Word is a good program for standard documents, but not things like Newsletters etc. Also Word and Powerpoint have limited page sizes, so they are no good for creating actual size PDF files.

    Suggesting Canva, MS Create or MS Design is not an option as they do not allow large sizes and are messy, fluffy programs for arty people. I do not do "pretty" stuff, I like creating functional, relatively straightforward documents and signs.

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-03-08T06:48:55+00:00

    I don't have as many files, but I agree with all you said!

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  3. Anonymous
    2025-03-08T03:43:17+00:00

    Hi - Once Microsoft retires Publisher, won't the program work any more on my PC?

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  4. Anonymous
    2025-03-07T23:27:20+00:00

    My newsletter became a mess. It will take a week to clean it up in Canva. But I don't think I will have a choice now.

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  5. Anonymous
    2025-03-07T19:19:11+00:00

    Is this a reliable and SAFE source?

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