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Q: What’s new in FontExplorer X Pro?
A: One of the first things you’ll notice is the newly designed user interface including a configurable toolbar to make font management even more accessible. We've added support for the Adobe® Photoshop® CS3, the Adobe Create Suite® 4 and 5 and QuarkXPress® 8 applications. There are several new features – some big and some small – making FontExplorer X more powerful than ever. Our "Quick Installer" allows you to install FontExplorer X Pro on machines without going through the setup process. Kerning tables integrated in a font can now be viewed. Activation controls let you automatically activate specific fonts when a particular application starts.
One of the most important features of FontExplorer X Pro is server connectivity. Although Font Explorer X Pro can also be used as a standalone client, it is part of a complete client-server solution. Via connection with the FontExplorer Server, fonts can be organized and distributed over the network for whole groups and individual users. You can assure that project teams are working with the same fonts while having access to them from any workstation. New fonts for applications such as the Adobe InDesign® or QuarkXPress products can be stored and activated from the server. FontExplorer X Server simplifies license management of fonts by allowing you to define permissions for groups and individuals. At a glance, you can see how often a font is in use and how many licenses remain. The combination of FontExplorer X Pro and FontExplorer X Server provides you with a central, server-based font management solution – independent of location and workstation. Agencies, especially those with larger workgroups, will now be able to optimize their workflows.
Q: Can I try FontExplorer X Pro before buying it?
A: We offer a fully functional trial version of FontExplorer X Pro that can be used for 30 days. At the end of the trial period, you may purchase a license online and continue working with all the fonts and sets that you have organized over the last 30 days. You can download the trial version on this page.
Q: Is the trial edition different from the licensed edition?
A: The trial version is identical to the licensed version with the exceptions that the trial version will not detect FontExplorer X Servers on your network and at the end of the 30 day trial period the application can no longer be opened without purchasing a license.
Q: Do you offer FontExplorer X Pro for Windows?
A: FontExplorer X Pro for Windows is available, but currently only as part of FontExplorer X Server. Please sign up for our FontExplorer X newsletter to ensure you are up to date with the latest news about FontExplorer X Pro and Server.
