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# Swift Publisher

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> Swift Publisher is a desktop publishing and page layout application designed for macOS. It is used to create print-ready documents such as brochures, business cards, catalogs, disc labels, address labels, and multi-page publications. The software is suitable for creating professional designs without requiring advanced publishing tools.

It includes over 500 customizable templates, 2,000 clipart images, and 100 image masks. Features include master pages for repeating elements such as headers and footers, a two-page spread view for working on magazines and newspapers, and flowing text boxes that link across pages. Additional tools include circular and vertical text options, customizable text styles, and support for unlimited layers. Users can access photos from Apple Photos or custom folders. The software supports mail merge with Apple Contacts for batch printing and includes barcode generation for formats such as QR codes, UPC, Code 39, EAN, and ISBN.

The application supports printing on various paper layouts from manufacturers such as Avery, Memorex, and Neato. It is compatible with direct-to-disc printers from HP, Epson, and Canon, as well as label roll printers from DYMO, Zebra, Brother, Seiko, and Primera. Projects can be exported in formats such as PNG, PDF, TIFF, JPEG, and EPS, with options for RGB or CMYK color models and customizable bleed settings. Additional features include booklet printing with page imposition, a customizable grid for precise layouts, and compatibility with Art Text 4 for advanced heading designs.

Swift Publisher runs on macOS 10.12 or later and is available in multiple languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Japanese.
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> Verdict: Rated **4.1/5** by 10 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.1/5** | 10 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 3.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: BeLight Software
- **Founded**: 2003

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$19.99
- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Version 5 price is 19.99 USD.
Version 5 with additional clipart and fonts collection cost 27.99 USD.
- **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Mac (Desktop)
- **Supported Languages**: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium and 207 more

## Features

- CAD Tools
- Content Import/Export
- Content Publishing Options
- Customisable Templates
- Design Templates
- Image Editing
- Multi-Language
- Text Editing
- WYSIWYG Editor
- Workflow Management

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk

## Category

- [Content Management Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4543/cms/software)

## Related Categories

- [Content Management Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4543/cms/software)
- [Graphic Design Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4151/graphic-design/software)

## Reviews

### "Intuitive Software for Beginner & Pros" — 4.0/5

> **David** | *31 October 2024* | Nonprofit Organisation Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
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> **Pros**: This tool has easy drag and drop functionality in a layered format to organize your info.
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> **Cons**: There are some restrictions or challenges with the layered format, especially when dealing with margins.
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> This is my go to tool to produce flyers, cards, media banners, presentation ads, and stand alone promo pieces.

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