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Broderbund PrintMaster Version 18.1

Platform : Windows XP, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 1,851 ratings

About this item

  • Easy-to-use design tools. Works with Windows 7, Vista, SP1, XP, SP3
  • Amazing scrapbook pages
  • Email projects to family and friends
  • Fabulous font effects
  • Powerful photo editing tools
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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.51 x 5 x 0.51 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 45276
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 19, 2011
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Broderbund
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005IIUFYU
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 1,851 ratings

Product Description

Create amazing print and scrapbook projectsProduct InformationPrintMaster 18.1 is a plete desktop publishing solution for creating personalized projects including greeting cards signs banners and more. Choose from a wide variety of templates for any occasion or start from scratch. Full text editing and page layout tools make it fun and easy to create your own design.  The ultimate creative toolkit!Includes305000+ Premium Images *18000+ Professionally Designed Templates *5100+ Fonts and Sentiments*  Some images and templates online (Broderbund. registration required for access - 18644 templates and 204146 images online)Project FeaturesEasy-to-use design toolsAmazing scrapbook pagesPowerful photo editing toolsFabulous font effectsSave in multiple file formatsEmail projects to family and friendsProjectsApronsBannersBookletsBrochuresBusiness CardsCalendarsCardsCertificatesCouponsCustomizable iPod Skins **EnvelopesFlash CardsFormsGift WrapHand Crafted SetsInvitationsIron-OnsLabelsLetterheadMenusNewslettersNote CardsParty GoodsPhoto AlbumsPhoto NoveltiesPostcardsPostersScrapbook PagesSelf-Mailing InvitationsStencilsStickersWeb pagesand more!** iPhone and iPod are not includedWindows System RequirementsWindows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit) Vista SP1 XP SP3 Pentium III 500 MHz processor or faster (1 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit for Windows 7)128 MB of RAM (1 GB Windows Vista and Windows 7 32-bit 2 GB Windows 7 64-bit)2 GB Hard Drive space (16 GB for Windows 7 32-bit 20 GB for Windows 7 64-bit)8X DVD-ROM drive800 x 600 16-bit color displayDirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driverMicrosoft .NET Framework v1.1 (included)Microsoft Inter Explorer 6.0 or higher56 Kbps modem or faster and Inter service provider account required for Inter accessAdobe Shockwave Player 10.1 or higherAdobe Flash Player 7.0 or higherPrinter* Hard-disk space required can vary depending on whether you already have ponents such as Microsoft Inter Explorer installed. May r

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3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9 out of 5
1,851 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the versatility and graphics of the software. They mention that it offers many options for many projects and that it is easy to use. They also appreciate the quality of the product. However, some customers have reported issues with installation. Opinions are mixed on performance, compatibility, and value.

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254 customers mention181 positive73 negative

Customers find the software very easy to use. They say it merges ease of use with a great deal of versatility. Some mention that the software is easy to install and use, and that they didn't need tech support.

"...18.1 is soooo user-friendly. However, 18.1 seems to be sparsely available so get it while you can, IF you can!..." Read more

"...THAT software was perfect, easy to navigate, no navigation constraints just plain editing, if that's all you wanted to do...." Read more

"...Useless software. Was going to return it but... this is the seller's policy on returns..." Read more

"...It has all the makings to be a really good program and easy to learn and use, but unless they work out the crashing bugs, I will be forced to buy..." Read more

138 customers mention104 positive34 negative

Customers like the quality of the software. They mention that it has few glitches, but is still a good program for people who want to make a card or two. Some say that the program automatically upgrades to the newest internet. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and value of the product.

"...THAT software was perfect, easy to navigate, no navigation constraints just plain editing, if that's all you wanted to do...." Read more

"...It is totally awesome. It works similar to the way my older versions of Printmaster Platinum worked...." Read more

"...It has all the makings to be a really good program and easy to learn and use, but unless they work out the crashing bugs, I will be forced to buy..." Read more

"...A couple dissappinting details of this program is that it doesn't include the latest of the Avery labels and all the sizes currently on the market...." Read more

98 customers mention72 positive26 negative

Customers like the graphics in the software. They say it has an amazing amount of graphics and artwork available, and it provides many options for graphics. They also say it's possible to turn out professional looking projects and that it gives options for lots of creativity. Customers also love that they can search easily for specific graphics, and that the program comes with a bunch of templates and clip art.

"...The four main features I love are being able to search easily for specific graphics such as soccer or birds or flowers, etc.. To be able to crop..." Read more

"...Lots of artwork and clip - art on this program.The things I didn't like in this program is, You CAN NOT save your file as a jpeg, gif or bmp...." Read more

"...My only real disappointment with P.M. is they do not have a good selection of photos or quality clip-art selection for projects and MOST options..." Read more

"...It has tons more designs in the program that can be used to design anything you want...." Read more

24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

Customers find the software versatile and easy to use. They say it offers many options for projects and items to make. Some customers also say the program is as easy to operate as the older versions and is packed with great features.

"...I like the versatility of the program and ease of use...." Read more

"...18.1 is as easy to use and as versatile as the older versions (think version 8 from the 1990's)...." Read more

"...I find they download very quickly from the internet and the selection is so much greater than the other two programs I tried...." Read more

"...It is very versatile with a lot of easy to muse options." Read more

331 customers mention176 positive155 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the software. Some mention that it works great, while others say that it falls short in many areas and keeps crashing.

"...This program does work well with Windows 10. I am so excited to own this version. It is totally awesome and I highly recommend it...." Read more

"...-We recently did the windows 8.1 update and Printmaster 18.1 will CEASE to work if it is installed, and it will fail to install if you try to re-..." Read more

"...It prints easily. I have not tried yet to send the print to OneNote, which I am using for goal-setting." Read more

"...Your refund request will be processed instantly.Total waste of time and money." Read more

108 customers mention74 positive34 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the software. Some mention it's worth the time and money, while others say it'll waste your time and energy.

"...Overall, I am very pleased with Printmaster v.18.1. Well worth the $11 paid." Read more

"...It's like having my old buddy print shop 22 back and the price was more than right!" Read more

"...Sigh. Oh well.So I tried it out and am underwhelmed by the variety and quality (use of "your" instead of "you're" -- simple grammar!)..." Read more

"...This program did not cost very much, so that was my only gripe.Thank You." Read more

38 customers mention21 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the software. Some mention that it works well with 64-bit Windows 10, while others say that it's not compatible with Windows 7.

"...It even recognized all my print shop 22 projects...." Read more

"...But, found out quickly that old printmaster files are not compatible with the new designed for win 7/8 v6 program...." Read more

"...So far, I find that it works well with 64-bit Windows 10...." Read more

"...As you know PM 15 is not compatible with Windows 7...." Read more

42 customers mention11 positive31 negative

Customers find the installation process of the software difficult. They mention that it doesn't install on their computers and that it fails on the first installation attempt.

"...18.1 will CEASE to work if it is installed, and it will fail to install if you try to re-install it...." Read more

"...(under $10) so I thought I'd give it a whirl. The program wouldn't install at first, so I reran the installation in windows 7 compatibility..." Read more

"...So far I think this CD is a bust, easy to install, getting to use the product without all the extra info (advertising) makes me very pissed off...." Read more

"...PrintMaster 18.1 did fail on the first install attempt, but succeeded on the second try. Not that unusual for software...." Read more

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This software only allowed access to their website for ordering additional software. It was an internet shortcut only!
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Sarah Jane
5.0 out of 5 stars 18.1 is THE BEST Print Master program!
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2015
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Soooo glad others took the time to give detailed descriptions about this product! I purchased the newest (Platinum?) version of Print Master for a work computer and I still have not been able to figure out how to use it. I had an older version of P.M. on my home computer that I absolutely LOVE and use often so this was a huge disappointment to me!

After purchasing a new home computer recently, I needed to get a new P.M. program because my old program was not transferable. I depend on this program for many different projects. Because of my bad experience with the Platinum version, I was at a loss and blaming myself for not being able to use it with ease. Thankfully, others recommended 18.1 if you were used to the older versions, and they confirmed what I was experiencing with Platinum. 18.1 is soooo user-friendly. However, 18.1 seems to be sparsely available so get it while you can, IF you can!

My only real disappointment with P.M. is they do not have a good selection of photos or quality clip-art selection for projects and MOST options they offer have to be retrieved from their website. I learned how to download images from my own files or the internet and use them in my projects. Don't let this fact discourage you if you are buying this for the first time! When P.M. used to have lots of pictures, it just filled up my computer. This way, I can find what I want, download it, use it, then delete it from my picture folder if I do not want to keep it for future use.

FYI: if you need good quality pictures OR a great selection of clip-art for projects, search Google Images or Bing Images. If you can find a "size" option (usually in the top left area of the screen), select "large" or "wallpaper" for the best resolution when used in your P.M. projects.
Don't get Platinum! Get 18.1!!!
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Timothy G. Blum
5.0 out of 5 stars Gets your old files to work in win 8
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2013
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At first bought the latest and greatest v6 version for new win 8 machine for our business. But, found out quickly that old printmaster files are not compatible with the new designed for win 7/8 v6 program. After office manager thought she would have to continue to use old computer for all the printmaster files (many times just updates date/year on signs, etc.), we bought this one so we have both. Works great in win 8 on new PC purchased 8/2013 (Dell XPS, core i7, 12gb ram). As soon as installed, all the old files come up just as they are supposed to.

Update-We recently did the windows 8.1 update and Printmaster 18.1 will CEASE to work if it is installed, and it will fail to install if you try to re-install it. What seems to be the problem is that the Microsoft .NET framework 1.1 is required by the PM files and that is a really old version of .NET framework that is no longer present/supported on windows 8.1 (it really shouldn't work on windows 8 either but for some reason .NET framework 1.1 was still supported in win 8). Unfortunately the printmaster program compatible with windows 8.1 (v6 platinum) will not open older printmaster files. Maybe they will fix this at some point, but right now it is not working and I'm not about to tell our office manager/secretaries that we will be setting up a dual boot os on their computers to be able to use their old printmaster project files on the old version of printmaster on an old version of windows (that would go over like . . . ). I am going to convert the .sig files to .pdf and import back into PM v6 just so they have the actual project files accessible, but they won't be able to edit them as much as previously. I have Adobe Illustrator and MS Publisher but getting them to learn these new, more robust programs would again go over like . . . Why Broderbund didn't include a conversion program is beyond me. Rolling back the win 8.1 update is pretty complicated and not something I want to have to go through just for this . . .

Update-There is a workaround available from Broderbund tech support that seems to be working, it is a multi-step process but we seem to be able to now open/use it on 8.1-hopefully all features of the program work.
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Tanya
4.0 out of 5 stars Do Not Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2019
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Update: After explaining the problem, I was given a full refund. The seller did not have to do that since the problem was with the functionality of the software. That is great customer service. I will not hesitate to purchase from this seller again. 4 star review is for the seller, not the product.

Apparently, the maker no longer supports this software. I created a calendar and was unable to save it as a PDF. It just froze and did not progress. I tried switching to Abobe PDF but the resulting pdf did not have the numbers on the calendar pages except for the last page. Useless software. Was going to return it but... this is the seller's policy on returns

Items must be in new condition Items must be returned with all original packaging and accessories Media items (for example, movies, music, video games, and software) must be unopened and still in their plastic wrap Musical instruments, televisions, and consumer electronics must have a UPC or serial number 20% Restocking fee applies all returns and $5.89 minimum our S&H will be deducted and return S&H is not refundable it will be deducted. Unless item is defective or mistake was on our part. Your refund request will be processed instantly.

Total waste of time and money.
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Fred Döring
5.0 out of 5 stars Software
Reviewed in Germany on February 14, 2020
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Artikel entspricht dem Angebot.
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Ron
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent buy.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 1, 2016
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I had a previous version of Printmaster but loaned it to someone and never got it back (must be a lesson there somewhere). After having to replace the pc, I ordered this 18.1 version hoping that it would run on the new laptop with W10. Needn't have worried, it installed perfectly and works like a charm even though W10 isn't mentioned on the packaging as being a compatible OS. Very pleased to have this excellent programme back on my machine and this ones going nowhere !
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VolkerMue
5.0 out of 5 stars Das beste was es gibt
Reviewed in Germany on July 20, 2017
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Printmaster ist ein sehr gutes Programm um Bildet zu bearbeiten. Ich nutze nur Printmaster um Bilder zu bearbeiten. Meine Einladungen zu erstellen.
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Kimmy
4.0 out of 5 stars good buy
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 19, 2014
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this product is so good, i told friends about it and they wanted one too. i print cards and name plates with mine. plenty of graphics for everything i print.
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THE DON
5.0 out of 5 stars Windows 10 support, Works extremely well
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 5, 2016
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Excellent works on Windows 10, the user interface is easy to navigate, This program is excellent and is suitable for creative purposes, you can design calendars, labels, posters, notices, flyers, leaflets, the choice is endless, it comes on a DVD-ROM format disc loaded with images, clipart, fonts etc and is a very reliable program, well recommended.
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