Axialis Screensaver Producer

Free to try Axialis Software Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Server 2008/7 Version 4.2 Full Specs

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3.6

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Editors' Review

by Download.com staff / February 27, 2009

Screensavers are among the most common pieces of software online, and a host of tools exist to help create them. But this download stands out from the crowd, scoring big points for its versatility, feature set, and ease of use. In its most traditional mode, it allows users to create screensavers from a set of images, setting transition effects and image duration. The time that an image stays on the screen can be set to match an included soundtrack. It does lack an internal image editor that would help rotate, resize, or crop pictures, however. The software is not confined to photos, allowing users to create screensavers from video files, Flash movies, and even Autodesk animations. It even allows some basic creation of new animations. The final, professional-looking output is produced as an SCR file or an installer. A shareware protection feature allows users to distribute and sell their creations. All told, we see this as one of the best utilities in its category, and would happily recommend it to anyone who wants to create their own screensavers.

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by Download.com staff / February 27, 2009

Publisher's Description

From Axialis Software:

Axialis Screensaver Producer is a powerful and easy-to-use tool to create and compile redistributable Windows screensavers. You can create all kind of screensavers based on Sprites, Flash, Slideshows and Video Clips. It has a fully integrated workspace which permits working efficiently and create professional screensavers in minutes. The interface is based on a Windows 7 like Ribbon toolbar. It includes a WYSIWYG editor, an Ergonomic Integrated Suite of Tools, A Built-in Librarian and many other features. You can design and produces screensavers compatible with all versions of Windows (fully compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7, screensavers are compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows). You can customize the screensaver About dialog box. Produced screensavers are compatible with all video configurations (screen size and color depth). The application permits creation of installable packages. Several options are available. The Sprites (animated objects moving on screen) permits creating screensavers with animated logos or themed objects. Collision effects with sounds and a background music can be added. If you use to create Adobe Flash movies, you'll produce limitless screensavers (the Flash plug-in can be included in the install package). Creating slideshow screensavers is also possible. Many transitions are available including the famous "fade-in & fade-out" effects. A watermark image can be added on the slides. If you have created a video movie, you'll be able to create a screensaver from it in a few clicks. Several video file formats are supported: AVI, MPEG, ASF, WMV, QT. An optional RSS reader can be included in the screensavers. It permits retreiving RSS feeds through Internet or a corporate LAN. You can create demo/limited screensavers with unlock codes. Very interesting to sell your creations. The program contains a large help file with tutorials, how-tos and illustrations. NO ROYALTIES ON DISTRIBUTED SCREENSAVERS.

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"Will delete your account if you complain"

1hiresdes2 September 04, 2013 / Version: Axialis Screensaver Producer 4.2

2013-09-04 06:19:53 | By 1hiresdes2

Pros

Sort of hokey

Cons

I purchased this 10/07. It worked 'okay' for what it was. When v4 came out I upgraded (FREE LIFETIME UPGRADES - right on their site). I discovered there were BUGS in the HELP system. After being ignored by 'tech support' I stated this fact on their forum. The moderator (an Axialis employee) acknowledged the issue saying it would be fixed in the next release. The next release 4.1 came but still no fix. Then 4.2 came and still no fix. I related this on the forum again after which they promptly deleted my forum logon, AND (I discovered later) my ACCOUNT logon - so I can no longer get the updates I PAID them for (and still have the receipt to prove it). To date all requests for help have been completely ignored. All I can say is - don't complain about anything because this FOREIGN company (based in FRANCE) will screw you knowing there isn't a thing in the world you (being 5,500 miles away in America) can do.

Summary

This outfit can not take criticism. They will delete your account if you point out bugs in their software. This is a FOREIGN company that knows there is nothing you can do to them if they screw you (unless you happen to live in France - then you may have a chance)Don't waste your $$

5 stars

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"Very Professional"

RandallC53 October 28, 2012 / Version: Axialis Screensaver Producer 4.2

2012-10-28 12:16:23 | By RandallC53

Pros

In the same league with the best professional editing products out there. As recommended, I also used the Axialis Icon Maker with it. Both worked beautifully.

Cons

I couldn't preview my finished installed screensaver on my son's Vista laptop....perhaps because it was a trial, or was it because of the Vista OS? The trial only lasted one day for me, then it expired(might be my fault as my date/clock was unknowingly set for year 2010 before the install and then I reset it after I installed the program).

5 stars

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"easy to use"

spankyjo54 June 10, 2011 / Version: Axialis Screensaver Producer 4.2

2011-06-10 16:39:23 | By spankyjo54

Pros

Has allot of different features with it the old one didn't and is a snap to work with. It puts out one mean screensaver. I love it.

Cons

Not a Con one

Summary

How can I say any more than I have above. Its great!!

2 stars

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"First version is Crap!!!"

barabedl March 16, 2010 / Version: Axialis Screensaver Producer 4.0

2010-03-16 12:37:21 | By barabedl

Pros

Very easy to use... The zoom is nice.

Cons

I've created 7 screensavers with all type of music (.wav, .mid, .mp3) and all of them give me an error when they are running.

Summary

Looking forward for a fix

2 stars

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"Even Corporate Version "Watermarks" your work. "

jawntech January 06, 2008 / Version: Axialis Professional Screen Saver Producer 3.64

2008-01-06 15:15:25 | By jawntech

Pros

Easy to use, doesn't seem to be much learning curve. Price discrepancy -- it's currently "$39.99" to buy (at the time of this post), not "$34" as mention in this listing on download.com. And that price is only for the PERSONAL edition, with only some features enabled, as in the 30-day trial. That said, I would recommend this product for any hobbyist wanting to make their own screen savers to show off to family and friends, but not to sell professionally.

Cons

The Corporate Version, which currently costs $69.99 is the one that you pay for to have ALL the features unlocked, to be used for commercial purposes. That part is fine, EXCEPT that even with the Corporate Version, the program STILL puts "Made By Axialis" on your end result, that can not be removed. Not a "watermark" per se, but any user / customer of YOUR work sees it was made by Axialis. Imagine if Photoshop or VB.Net branded YOUR compiled work with their company name.

3 stars

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"Good Program - Could be better"

SAHess1966 November 25, 2007 / Version: Axialis Professional Screen Saver Producer 3.64

2007-11-25 08:39:59 | By SAHess1966

Pros

Simplicity

Cons

needs more chioces of components

4 stars

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"Pretty looking."

Nandor Ordog December 17, 2005 / Version: Axialis Professional Screen Saver Producer 3.62

2005-12-17 19:45:49 | By Nandor Ordog

Pros

It has the nicest graphical interface.

Cons

I wish it would have more features that the user of the created screen saver can use to customize it.

For example, the behavior and the effects could be adjusted by the user. In addition,it would be good if they could choose their own sliding effects between the images. Also, if the mute button wouldn't show if the screen saver doesn't come with music. Also, I'd like the user to decide if the images show in random, sequential or mixed order, etc.

5 stars

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"It is the best i have tried"

ectoman April 12, 2005 / Version: Axialis Professional Screen Saver Producer 3.62

2005-04-12 22:27:56 | By ectoman

Pros

It is very easy to use

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Full Specifications

What's new in version 4.2
New video file formats supported: Mpeg4 (MP4, M4V), Flash Video (FLV), 3GP. Ability to digitally sign screensavers. Bug fixes and other enhancements.

General
Publisher	Axialis Software
Publisher web site	http://www.axialis.com
Release Date	April 10, 2011
Date Added	April 11, 2011
Version	4.2

Category
Category	Screensavers & Wallpaper
Subcategory	Screensaver Editors & Tools

Operating Systems
Operating Systems	Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Server 2008/7
Additional Requirements	None

Download Information
File Size	32.21MB
File Name	axscrprod.exe

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Total Downloads	150,210
Downloads Last Week	1

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License Model	Free to try
Limitations	30-day trial
Price	$69.95

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