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Print Designer GOLD Changelog

What's new in Print Designer GOLD 22.1.0

Feb 5, 2022
  • Windows 11 support
  • Improvements to barcodes, including the ability to scale them freely and better text quality.
  • New buttons with drop down menus for quick access to common commands.
  • Option to use standard Windows file open dialog or new Design Libarary screen.
  • Various improvements to the Design Library screen, including the ability to hide thumbnails and remember settings.
  • Bugfix: When choosing Edit Properties on centext menu display was not updated and undo was not set.

New in Print Designer GOLD 21.6.0 (Jun 23, 2021)

  • Handled error when invalid last used path saved in open design screen.

New in Print Designer GOLD 21.4.0 (Jun 23, 2021)

  • All new Open screen with multiple design preview and search.
  • You can now drag and drop images directly into a design.
  • Blank button in Design Wizard to skip directly to blank template.
  • New address and shipping label templates.
  • Updated label layouts.
  • Bug fixes.

New in Print Designer GOLD 20.1.0 (Jun 23, 2021)

  • Added code to detect Windows 10's Controlled Folder Access and workaround.
  • Fixed bug causing crash after Design Wizard when Documents folder is blocked.

New in Print Designer GOLD 19.9.0 (Jun 23, 2021)

  • Native support for Excel files - No drivers needed anymore!
  • Tweaks and bug fixes.

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (1900) (Jan 28, 2019)

  • Database connection changes.
  • Added multiple layouts.
  • Added Edit Properties coommand.
  • Added layouts.

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (060) (Mar 6, 2018)

  • Improved database connections to circumvent bugs in Windows 10 drivers.
  • Added multiple layouts as requested by users.
  • 2018 update.

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (050) (Dec 13, 2017)

  • Added barcodes: GTIN-14/EAN-14, SSCC-18/EAN-18, GS1-128/EAN-128, SCC-14/ITF-14.
  • Corrected on-screen scaling of barcodes when zoomed.
  • Allow spaces in human readable barcode text for formatting.
  • Updated connection string to xls files to use ACE12 instead of older Jet driver (Windows update broke jet driver).
  • Fixed problem introduced in Windows Anniversary update affecting drag rectangle drawing and position when display adapter screen scaling not 100%
  • Fixed grid settings change not taking effect until re-opening design.

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (040) (Dec 13, 2017)

  • Added support for sorting database fields with spaces in the field name.
  • Corrected default layout name when creating standard designs.
  • Removed confusing gallery link in Design Wizard
  • Minor bug fixes

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (030) (Oct 9, 2017)

  • Option to save print options for each design
  • Smaller QR code size.
  • Option to show all templates in Design Wizard.
  • Improved template thumbnails for different size labels.
  • Improved look on Windows 10.
  • Minor bug fixes

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (020) (Apr 11, 2016)

  • Improved address book - Sort by last name, first name, company / Alphabetical jump buttons
  • Prompt to scale design when switching or adjusting layout
  • Option to disable double-click editing
  • Minor bug fixes

New in Print Designer GOLD 12 (010) (Apr 11, 2016)

  • Number formatting in database fields
  • BUGFIX: Build Field Wizard was not properly enclosing db fields in {- -} markers

New in Print Designer GOLD 12.0.0.0 (Jul 28, 2015)

  • This is a major upgrade that includes Windows 10 support and new features and improvements, including:
  • Improved templates
  • Access to the latest template and clipart galleries
  • Updated layouts for Avery, OnlineLabels.com and other manufacturers
  • Easier address book linking to any address label, shipping label or envelope
  • New property screens for each type of object (text, shape, line, bar code, counter, etc.)

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.6.2.0 (Jul 28, 2015)

  • This update contains bug fixes and updates related to issues with Windows updates. If you are experiencing any type of access violation error or find that lines and shapes are not printing correctly, this update should resolve those issues. There is now also a "Fast Print" option on the Print Options screen that will greatly improve printing speed when printing a large number of business cards (Note: Transparent fills and some transparent graphics will not print on some printers with this option selected. If you use transparent fills or graphics leave this option unselected.)

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.6.1.0 (Nov 15, 2014)

  • This update adds business card templates that have a back side pre-designed and fixes a few minor issues.

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.6.0.0 (Oct 6, 2014)

  • The new Database Panel displays records in the linked database and allows you to easily select subsets for printing.
  • New and improved database linking error handling screens allows you to display solutions for common database errors online.
  • You can now shift the colors of background objects and icons for all templates in the Design Wizard.
  • When switching between different size labels and business cards all objects in the label or business card are automatically scaled and re-positioned.

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.5.1.0 (Oct 6, 2014)

  • This is a minor update to workaround a problem introduced in a recent Windows Update. If outlines in shape and text objects are no longer visible this update will fix the problem.

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.5.0.0 (Jul 23, 2014)

  • All new, more modern templates are installed, including new social media contact cards and cards with QR bar codes.
  • NOTE: Even more high resolution templates for specific applications are available through the Cloud Gallery link in the Design Wizard.
  • Design Wizard improvmens that allows the color scheme of any template's text, background and icons to be changed.
  • Major improvments to printing on high resolution printers.
  • New Pick Picture screen that includes new effects and integration with the Cloud Picture Gallery.
  • Improvements to print preview to display better at all zoom levels.
  • Resampling and anti-aliasing of on-screen images and shapes on the design screen for better WYSIWYG.
  • Additional shape objects.
  • BUGFIX: Buttons, radios and checkboxes diappeared from dialog boxes when ALT key pressed.
  • BUGFIX: Template grid in Design Wizard jumps when selecting item in the last visible row.
  • BUGFIX: Problem inserting shape the first time an object is added.
  • BUGFIX: Problem deleting layout.
  • BUGFIX: Color picker always displayed on first monitor on multi-monitor systems.
  • BUGFIX: Initial folder used in background picture selection was invalid.

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.3.0.0 (May 3, 2014)

  • Updated all Cloud Gallery templates to 300 dpi backgrounds
  • Updated all screens to a more modern and pleasing look
  • Improved table selection when linking to Excel files with more than one sheet
  • Fixed missing border and texture files that caused some older backgrounds to be empty
  • Fixed problem on some systems when opening a file from a shortcut icon
  • Fixed problem with background placement when creating folded business cards from templates with a background

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.2.0.0 (Mar 14, 2014)

  • Added QR Code label layouts/templates
  • Added Views support for linked databases. Now you can defined shared views of each linked database with filter/sort remembered
  • Added Clear Cached Thumbnails button to Options screen in case thumbnails become out of sync
  • Added the ability to have multiple layout files (for future use)
  • PDB import now allows data to be imported from any database, not just CSV files
  • Fixed a problem where counter objects were being detected as database fields
  • Fixed problem when a design was loaded after being saved with no linked database, database was being set back to default
  • Fixed problem opening files from the command line when the program is already open but minimized
  • Fixed error message on some systems when opening designs by double clicking icon in Explorer
  • Fixed error message on some systems when cancelling trial reminder screen

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.1.0.0 (Feb 12, 2014)

  • Added new Featured, Most Popular, Newest categories to the Cloud Gallery.
  • Added searching to the Cloud Gallery.
  • Added various templates to the Cloud Gallery.
  • Fixed envelope templates so when selected the address and return address data fields are available.
  • Fixed a problem with adding database fields and the Standard Address through the design wizard.
  • Other minor changes for better usability and Windows 8.1 support.

New in Print Designer GOLD 11.0.0.0 (Feb 12, 2014)

  • Cloud Gallery Integration
  • Built-in support for accessing the Cloud Gallery, which houses an incredible assortment of business card and other templates that are dynamically updated.
  • Using a template from the Cloud Gallery is just as easy as using a pre-installed template.
  • Choose from a wide variety of templates, with more being added all the time.
  • NOTE: There is an optional CD available that contains all the templates from the Cloud Gallery (at the time of creation) pre-installed.
  • Enhanced Database Support
  • Improved support for common database formats so linking your mail and address labels to a database is even easier.
  • Designs are now pre-linked to the built in Names and Addresses database by default. Creating a label using data from this database is simply a matter of adding the names and adresses then printing. Everything else is taken care of for you.
  • FAST Printing Option for Text-only Mail Labels and Address Labels
  • Check this option on the Print Options screen and print tens of thousands of labels with blazing fast speed.
  • NOTE: This option bypasses the "double drawing" needed for transparent and rotated images to provide direct drawing of labels directly to the printer driver. If enabled for labels containing certain transparent, blended or rotated images or text with blended fills, the label may not print correctly.
  • New Quick Tools Panel
  • Provides access to everything you need to design, edit and print business cards and labels in one location.
  • Simple button interface to add objects, define a background, change layouts and print your business card.
  • Streamlined Design Wizard
  • Now even easier to use with graphical thumbnails of all templates.
  • Select a template, fill in your personal information, select a logo and your label or business card is complete!
  • QR and PDF417 2-Dimensional Barcode support
  • Add a QR or PDF 417 bar code to your business card or label so your information can be scanned instantly using a smartphone.
  • USPS Intelligent Mail Barcode Support
  • Full support for the new barcode used by the US Postal Service to extend/replace PostNet bar codes.
  • This one bar code contains routing code (5, 9 or 11 digits) plus a 20 character tracking number.
  • Required for bulk mail discounts from the US Postal Service.
  • Updated Business Card and Label Stock Layouts
  • Now supports all known business card, post card, envelope, mail/address label and other label layouts.
  • Streamlined Program and Layout Updates
  • Automatically check for program and layout updates. Install them with a single click.
  • Always have the latest version.
  • Updated Windows Support
  • Now supports Windows 8 (desktop) as well as Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP.

New in Print Designer GOLD 10.2.0.0 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Added templates for address labels, shipping labels, post cards and envelopes that are pre-linked to a Names and Addresses database.
  • Updated several templates with rotated text that were not aligned correctly due to changes in V10.
  • Added support for template instructions, which explain what to do once a design is created from a template.
  • Improved Pick Picture screen to resolve problems under some versions of Windows.
  • Fixed error when printing large quantities of elements in one run.

New in Print Designer GOLD 10.1.0.0 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • No left align button on Alignment Bar
  • V9 template folder was being used if saved in V9.
  • Error loading designs created with V7 containing jpeg images.
  • Changed default location of graphics and templates to avoid problems between V9 and V10.

New in Print Designer GOLD 10.0.0.0 (Sep 29, 2010)

  • General Improvements:
  • Transparent gif + png support for graphic objects and backgrounds
  • JPEG internal format for backgrounds when JPEG is used (HUGE file size savings)
  • Object Library to store commonly used objects, including all styles, colors and other settings
  • Intelli-Align for better print alignment even with thick label and business card stock
  • You can now delete saved custom templates and backgrounds from within the program
  • Improved Print Options screen is easier to use
  • Mirror printout option
  • Updated toolbars/panels for compatibility with new Windows version (Win 7 +)
  • Added support for .jpeg, .tiff file extension (same as jpg, tif formats)
  • Other usability improvements
  • Database Support Improvements:
  • You can now specify a database field to specify how many times an element prints
  • Support for Excel .xlsx files in the Linked Database Wizard
  • Better handling of Excel numeric data (Microsoft driver bugs workarounds)
  • Bug Fixes:
  • Rich Text Object were not saved in graphic when using Save As Graphic
  • With edge bleeding turned on all objects were stretched slightly
  • Finish button in Build Field Wizard did not save filter/sort settings unless Next was clicked

New in Print Designer GOLD 9.5.0.0 (Apr 9, 2009)

  • This is a minor update (with some major improvements) that fixes some issues and adds some requested features. It is a free update for licensed users of V9.
  • Rich Text Objects
  • Improved Property Editor
  • Blending for images, fills and text
  • Rotation (in degrees) for all objects
  • Added thumbnails for backgrounds to reduce the Pick Picture screen load time
  • Code 2 of 5 Interleaved barcode support
  • Mirror printout option
  • Preview text in Property Editor's object list
  • Ability to insert database fields, counters and date/time macros directly into text objects
  • Maintain aspect of linked pictures and remember last folder used
  • Additional Improvements
  • Option to cycle variable text on Print Options screen
  • Added Button in Design Wizard to open PDB
  • Focus and select text when inserting new text object
  • Added Ctrl+Shift click on text object to focus and select text
  • Improved preview drawing of layout on Layouts screen
  • Improved accuracy on Arc text drawing
  • Bug Fixes:
  • CD inner hole and stagger offset incorrect if zoom not 100%
  • Choose rotation for text, then switch to Max Fill or Auto Reduce - Incorrect display
  • Line width could be changed after rendering picture object
  • Selecting over 10 or so linked pictures at one time failed
  • Disable OK button on Build Field screen if no constructed field present
  • Some Code 128 barcodes did not display