What is Microsoft Publisher?
Precisely layout and style text, pictures, borders, calendars, and more. In Publisher everything you add stays exactly the way you’ve designed it, in print, online, or in an email. Create everything from simple greeting cards and labels to professional newsletters and marketing materials using Publisher’s wide range of pre-designed templates. Share pixel-perfect printouts, send professional-quality email publications, or export to industry-standard non-editable formats.
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79 Likeliness to Recommend
86 Plan to Renew
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75 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
+72 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Microsoft Publisher?
Pros
- Trustworthy
- Friendly Negotiation
- Caring
- Reliable
Cons
- Slower Product Innovation
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Feature Ratings
Templates
Text Editing
Data Visualization
Drag and Drop Design
Layout Editing
Asset Hub
Collaboration
Graphics Editing
Social Media Integration
Vendor Capability Ratings
Ease of Data Integration
Vendor Support
Breadth of Features
Quality of Features
Ease of Implementation
Ease of IT Administration
Availability and Quality of Training
Usability and Intuitiveness
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Microsoft Publisher Reviews
Karthik R.
- Role: Consultant
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Apr 2024
Versatile Desktop Publishing Solution
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Publisher from other similar products?
Microsoft Publisher differentiates itself from other similar products through its intuitive interface, seamless integration with the Microsoft Office suite, and accessibility for users of all skill levels. Its extensive library of templates, ease of use, and familiar Microsoft Office environment make it a popular choice for creating professional-looking publications without the need for advanced design skills. Additionally, Publisher's affordability and availability as part of the Office suite offer added value for users seeking a versatile desktop publishing solution
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Microsoft Publisher is its user-friendly interface. It allows users to create professional-looking publications with ease, thanks to its intuitive design tools and extensive library of templates. This accessibility makes it a valuable tool for users of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced designers.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Additionally, occasional compatibility issues when exporting files to other formats have been mentioned as areas for improvement
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Familiarize Yourself: Invest time in exploring the various tools and features available in Publisher to maximize its potential for your projects. Experiment with Design: Don't be afraid to experiment with different layouts, fonts, and colors to create visually appealing publications. Consider Integration: Since Publisher is part of the Microsoft Office suite, consider how it integrates with other Office applications like Word and Excel for a seamless workflow.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
Luke F.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Apr 2024
Old guard. Outclassed by the new. Not bad though.
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Publisher from other similar products?
Not too much honestly. It's been taken over by competitors and is trying to keep up.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Templates are very easy and handy to use.
What do you dislike most about this product?
It just lacks the ease and speed of something like Canva or the depth of something like Adobe.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Just know that as of 2024, it's not the go to. It's archaic.
Pros
- Security Protects
- Reliable
- Includes Product Enhancements
Cons
- Inhibits Innovation
- Slower Product Innovation
- Less Performance Enhancing
Jennifer M.
- Role: Industry Specific Role
- Industry: Media
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Mar 2024
Best thing to use!
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Publisher from other similar products?
It's just very easy to use.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The features
What do you dislike most about this product?
Nothing for now
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
It is better to use it on a desktop site.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing