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This free, open-source word-processor strikes us as a worthy alternative to pricey, big-name products. AbiWord has a quick learning curve, since the interface is very similar to those in Word and WordPerfect.
You'll find just about all the features you need, including the ability to cut and paste, highlight, and a bevy of common formatting tools. Although we did miss a grammar-checking utility, AbiWord can check your spelling in many languages--you'll need to choose the appropriate foreign language dictionaries during installation. A huge plus is the ability to open and save Microsoft Word documents, though the program also has its own proprietary file format. You can download plug-ins at the publisher's site to import and export a wide variety of other formats, including OpenDocument.
AbiWord should appeal to a wide range of users who seek a functional word-processing app but lack a large bank account.
Publisher's Description
From AbiSource:
AbiWord is a lean yet full-featured word processor. It features a familiar-looking interface, basic character formatting, paragraph alignment, a spell checker, interactive rulers and tabs, styles, unlimited undo/redo, find and replace, and image support. It can also import Microsoft Word 97 and RTF (Rich Text Format) documents, as well as support headers/footers, superscript/subscript, widow/orphan control and newspaper-style columns. Many plug-ins are available. Support for tables is currently limited.
Version 2.6.3 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
What's new in this version: Version 2.6.3 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 200 votes
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Current version:
4.1 starsout of 12 votes
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My rating:
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"great product & price"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
fast and speedy to open and great for the kids.
Cons
Nothing wrong with the product it is great there is not one thing tha I'd change
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"Good use of AbiWord 2.6.3"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
It is a dandy. I have not had a lot of time to use it, but have no qualms about us of
it.Cons
As of this moment I have no Cons on this item.
Summary
I have used AbiWord very little but I have enjoyed my use of it although
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"Crashes for me"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
I love everything about AbiWord except..
Cons
It constantly crashes for me. I've lost a lot of time retyping but it is just too aggravating to use anymore. I don't need a suite but still had to download Star Office.
Summary
Buggy!!
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"Consistently a Star Performer"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
Easy to use; all functions you need in a word processor (for most of us) and free.
Cons
I would prefer more options - especially for interface.
Summary
I have consistently been pleased with this product over the years.
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"Good"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
Working fine
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"Good, but tyrannical"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
It's light and fast.
Cons
It changed my already-saved Word files into AbiWord files.
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"WORKS GREAT FOR ME"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
Works great...easy to use....version 2.6.4
Cons
nothing serious in three month's .
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"Fast and light!"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
It's fast, light, open source, works!
Cons
There are some problems when setting the default correction language. It does not support length between characters, among other (really specific, nothing THAT important) characteristics.
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"Good And free"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
only takes up 21.5 MB
can make and open doc files
Cons
Can't Insert audio files
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"A great word processor free of bloated excess!"
Version: AbiWord 2.6.3
Pros
Simple, gets the job done. Excellent spell checker. Of course you can't beat the price.
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