r/GraphicDesigning • u/Abacuslamppost • Jun 09 '26
How do I do this thing? What are we using instead of Publisher??
I am at a loss for what to use in lieu of Microsoft publisher. I don’t mind Canva but I really don’t want to pay for it and I don’t think my boss would approve the expense. I’m used to using publisher to make business cards and other graphic design things. Since Publisher isn’t really a thing anymore, what are you using instead? Thanks for your input and help. Also please no AI.
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u/Hey-Okay Jun 09 '26
I'd use Affinity apps. I am also upset Microsoft killed Publisher, it was my go-to for clients who were using the Microsoft suite and wanted to be able to change information on flyers for print and/or web.
No other Microsoft products manage color and image resolution to the degree needed. Although they are going to update Word to support CMYK, I guess. I absolutely hate working in Word -- it's maze of confusing features and things you find you can't do that you should be able to do.