We at PDF-XChange Co./Tracker Software Products are pleased to announce that Build 388 of our PDF-XChange V10 product line will soon be available!
Here is a short video highlighting some of the new features to be included in our latest, highly anticipated release of the PDF-XChange Editor.
Given the AI boom that's currently taking place, we at PDF-XChange couldn't resist asking ChatGPT its views on PDF software. If you somehow haven't heard about ChatGPT, it's a chatbot and virtual assistant developed by OpenAI. It uses large language models to enable users to refine and steer a conversation towards a desired length, format, style, level of detail, and language. It's trained on a vast corpus of text data from a variety of sources including books, websites, articles, and other written material. This data spans a wide array of topics and includes both factual information and general knowledge. ChatGPT's responses aggregate and summarize this knowledge, which means it can be used to find prevailing views and opinions in online articles and reviews. So we thought it would be interesting to get the lowdown on PDF software, and here's what ChatGPT had to say:
PDF-XChange Staff: “What's the best value-for-money PDF software?”
ChatGPT: "There are several PDF editors known for their good value for money. Here are a few popular options:
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC: While it is one of the more expensive options, it offers a comprehensive set of features, including editing, converting, and collaboration tools.
Nitro PDF Pro: Nitro provides a robust set of editing tools at a more affordable price than Adobe, with a user-friendly interface.
Foxit PhantomPDF: Foxit is known for its lightweight software and offers a range of features similar to Adobe Acrobat at a lower cost.
PDF-XChange Editor: This is a cost-effective option with many features, including editing, annotating, and OCR capabilities.
When choosing a PDF editor, consider your specific needs, such as the features you require and whether you prefer a desktop or online solution. Always check for any free trials or versions before making a purchase."
PDF-XChange Staff: “Which one is best for a one time purchase?”
ChatGPT: "If you're looking for a PDF editor that allows for a one-time purchase rather than a subscription model, consider the following…
1. PDF-XChange Editor: This editor offers a free version with limited features, but the paid version can be purchased outright. It provides a good range of editing tools and is often praised for its performance and affordability…"
We were very pleased to see that we were ChatGPT's number one choice when it comes to being the best value for a one-time purchase. We do our utmost to combine functionality with affordability, and our “single-purchase, lifetime license” model has often resulted in our software topping review charts in a world where expensive monthly subscriptions have unfortunately become the norm. But please don't worry - we don't intend to change our business model any time soon, so you can continue to enjoy the excellent value that we offer for many years to come.
Kind regards,
The PDF-XChange team
Continue ReadingOur PDF-XChange Editor and PDF-XChange software are receiving some excellent independent reviews and comments - not that we are resting on our laurels - development to improve and refine continues at a brisk pace !
Here are just a few of the reviews and blogs being posted about the new PDF-XChange Editor that 1000's every day are downloading and using in place of Adobe's own Acrobat Reader !!!
For English Readers :
For some of our Non English Reading clients :
and there is plenty more if you just 'Google' 'Best PDF Reader', PDF-XChange Viewer or PDFXViewer as the PDF-XChange has also become known - you will be pleased you did !
Continue ReadingThe latest Windows 11 update will add adverts for apps launched from the start menu. From Netflix to Amazon Prime, more and more online services are now beginning to fill up with these pesky promotions - and now Windows users won't even be able to open their own internet browsers before seeing adverts, because Microsoft will soon begin pushing adverts into the start menu of Windows 11, with the inclusion of 'recommended' apps. On social media, Windows users have been expressing their outrage at the decision to include ads in an operating system that they have already paid £119.99 ($139) to access. Luckily, these advertisements can be disabled easily with a simple settings change, as detailed below.
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How to Disable Advertisements from Appearing in the Windows 11 Start Menu
Windows users who have installed the update KB5036980 will see 'suggestions for new apps' in their start menu. Follow the steps below to disable them:
1. Go the the Windows search menu and enter ‘Settings’, then click it to go to your Windows Settings.
2. Click ‘Personalization’.
3. Click ‘Start’.
You will see a toggle labeled 'Show recommendations for tips, app promotions, and more'.
4. Disable this option to permanently remove adverts from your start menu.
Continue ReadingWe at Tracker Software Products & PDF-XChange Co are pleased to announce the release of Build 10.3.1.387 of our PDF-XChange V10 product line on June 17th, 2024.
The PDF-XChange PRO V10 bundle combines three of Tracker Software's cutting-edge applications:
The builds history for each application is available below:
PDF-XChange Editor/Editor Plus
PDF Tools
PDF-XChange StandardMany users perhaps don't realize just how much help there is available directly from these web site page - for example...
Our 'Knowledge Base' (KB) articles are designed to help you get up and running as quickly as possible and resolve hundreds of simple problems and answer questions you may have right now - rather than have to wait for a reply from one of our support team members (speedy and reliable though they are !)
For example - if you have recently had a problem on your system and had to reinstall Windows, or have simply replaced your hardware, you will need to 'deregister' your license on that old installation/hardware. Doing so will ensure that your license is disabled on the previous installation, and available for use on your new hardware. You may have thought this was not be possible if you no longer have that hardware - but it is!
Further information on how to do this is available here.
Also - please rest assured that our support remains 100% free to all our users - whether they have paid for our products or use one of the free versions that we have always made available from our early days (and continue to do). Clients using our free versions are important to us as they provide valuable feedback on features/shortcomings, and we pay equal attention to all of our users - irrespective of the size of the client or their investment with us.
All clients are advised that our our North American Office will operate with a 'Skeleton Staff' on Monday Nov 13th, 2023, for the Remembrance Day Stat Holiday
Our UK/European Office will be open as usual and offer support for all clients once open.
Our North American Office will be open as usual once again on Tuesday Nov 14th, 2023.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Important Information regarding our online web domain and email domain name changes...
From Thursday October 26th we will change our online master domain name and email services domain from www.tracker-software.com to www.pdf-xchange.com - so if you currently have us 'bookmarked' in your browser or as a contact in the 'address book' of your email client - you will need to update these from that date.
For some time in Europe we have been known as 'PDF-XChange Co Ltd' and we are beginning the process of changing our identity both online and offline to 'PDF-XChange' worldwide - which is our most successful product line and brand and we will progressively retire our original name and branding of the past 26 years or so from 'Tracker Software Products ...' to 'PDF-XChange Co Ltd' which as many of you will know is the parent company of Tracker Software Products (Canada) Ltd and has been for some years.
From the 26th of October if you try to reach our web site using any old links or bookmarks etc - you will be redirected to the master domain and web site - https://www.pdf-xchange.com and any emails sent to our current email server will be redirected to the same contact using the correct new email domain - for example ;
support@tracker-software.com will be redirected to support@pdf-xchange.com.
sales@tracker-software.com will be redirected to sales@pdf-xchange.com.
Etc.
Please update your contacts info and bookmarks as soon as convenient - in the case of email addresses - these will function now if used. Should you have any issues - please do let us know and we will do our best to assist in a timely manner as always.
Thank you.
PDF-XChange Co Ltd/Tracker Software Products (Canada) Ltd
All clients are advised that our our North American Office will operate with a 'Skeleton Staff' on Monday Oct 9th, 2023, for the Thanksgiving Day Stat Holiday
Our UK/European Office will be open as usual and offer support for all clients once open.
Our North American Office will be open as usual once again on Tuesday Oct 10th, 2023.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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