GatorGirl Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 I got a new computer with Windows 7 on-board. I currently have PSP X2 Ultimate but it isn't working so well on my new computer. I'm wondering if PSP X2 is compatible with Windows 7. Does anyone know? I have written to Corel and am waiting for their advice. In the meantime, I'm hoping someone using PSP X3 can give me some input. I have used PSP 8, XI, XII Ultimate....I digi-scrapbook with it. (I'm not a designer or photographer; it's just my hobby) I have been very frustrated with my PSP program lately; everytime I use it---a fight breaks out! (and the computer wins!) Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiza126 Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Can you download a free trial of X3 to test it out?? I'm not sure what they changed between X2 and X3... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah in VA Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Hi, there's really not much difference between PSP X2 and X3, just a couple of new tools. If you are happy with using X2, and are not a PSP fanatic, I wouldn't bother upgrading at this time. If you are having problems with PSP X2 (you say..."I have been very frustrated with my PSP program lately; everytime I use it---a fight breaks out! (and the computer wins!") I don't know what problems you're having, but the most obvious is too little RAM on your computer. I've used PSP for years and the only problems I've ever had were not enough RAM. I'm practically positive that PSP X3 is compatible with Windows 7. I can't imagine Corel would have put it out without that being the case. I am running PSP X3 on Vista. And if PSP X2 is not compatible with Windows 7, I think that probably Corel will have a patch for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 My laptop has Windows 7 and PSP X2. (I haven't used it much yet, but it is there) HTH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatheranne Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 I use PSPX2 on my with Win7 and have no problem with it. When I first started to use it, I ran the update, as I do any time that I download something. Do you have enough speed and space? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDecker Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 Check for updates as Heatheranne suggested. If you have had the computer for a while I would run the system clean up tools to make sure you have maximum space. You can also try getting a thumb drive with Ready Boost which you can set to increase your speed. I have an 8G one on my desk top that makes a huge difference when running PSP. Also check your start up folder and see what is running in the back ground that you don't need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorGirl Posted July 7, 2010 Author Share Posted July 7, 2010 Hi all! Thanks for your input. I did call Corel today and talked with their support. I was told that PSP X2 is NOT compatible with Windows 7 and that could be my problem. He asked me how many bits my Windows 7 had. I answered 64 bits---he told me that had it been 32 bits the program might run okay but 64 bits is really pushing it. (I haven't a clue what that means!) The representative suggested trying the 30-day trial of PSP X3 to see if it will work on my new computer. If it does work out, then I can buy the upgrade. I'll let you know what I do. Some of the issues I am having with PSP X2 Ultimate operating with Windows 7 are: 1. It takes up to 3 minutes for a file to come in to my organizer 2. When I click 'Browse More Files' in my organizer and pick a file from a scrapbooking kit, it shows up in the organizer with a aqua-blue skinny block where the words/title are supposed to be. 3. Deleting a file from the organizer takes 3 minutes for the process to be completed (yes, 3 minutes---I timed it!) That's just to name a few! LOL I appreciate your help and advice. Thanks again, Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatheranne Posted July 7, 2010 Share Posted July 7, 2010 No wonder I don't have any problems with it so far. I don't use the organizer! lol It's so easy to find what you want with the search box that's in the folders, that I do it that way. Good luck with PSx3! Oh, did he happen to mention if you can run it in compatibility mode and get those options to work? :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorGirl Posted July 9, 2010 Author Share Posted July 9, 2010 No wonder I don't have any problems with it so far. I don't use the organizer! lol It's so easy to find what you want with the search box that's in the folders, that I do it that way. Good luck with PSx3! Oh, did he happen to mention if you can run it in compatibility mode and get those options to work? :-) I am not familiar with the search box that you mentioned Heatheranne. If it's not too hard to explain, can you tell me more please? I also am not familiar with running in compatibility mode either. He did not mention anything about this mode. Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatheranne Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 When you open your file folder, in the upper right corner there is a small search bar. Write a word or phrase in it (ribbon, frame, border, etc) and items will appear for that folder and its sub-folders. A single item can be dragged from here into your software, or open the folder and drag the item that you want. Saving it into your working folder is also easy if you want it there. First have the working folder open and yes you can copy/paste, but you can also save it easily from your software program. When you click save as, your option box will open for you to name the file and at the top is the name of the folder that it is in. You can easily backup through that list with the little arrow to the left of the file name or (and this is the best part) you can click on the little icon on the top left of the box for recent files. A list of the most recent folders that you've had open will come up and you just open the one you want and save into it. A double click will do it! As for the compatibility mode, I haven't used it with Win7 but will be able to figure it out, if you want to try it. If you try the folder options and like it, you may not want to play with the organizer and might just like using your software the way it is. Let me know and we'll walk through it, if you choose to go with compatibility. I'm a little confused by what the guy from Corel said, because when I bought my computer, it was loaded with PSPx2. It doesn't make sense that the manufacturer would load a program that isn't compatible. I've also been playing with PSE7 and had no problems with it, but again, I don't bother with the organizer. I use my software programs with 3/4 windows, so I have a little desk space to see my open folder, with the files that I'm playing with and can drag them into my program easily. If I'm using everything from one kit, I just copy/paste the kit into the folder and work on it from there. I delete the kit when I've finished my layout, to save space. I'll be on an off the computer over the next few days, but will watch for any replies from you. I know that others will also have the information for you as well. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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