Help Opening File Without the Software....

[flemings99]

Need to open some publisher files but don't have the software. I know someone posted a link a while back for this kind of thing, but can't find it.

Anyone know how to open the files without having the software?

Thanks!

 

[kam]

I am not very familiar with Publisher, but I am pretty sure there is no free "viewer" for Publisher (like there is for some of the other Office applications). That may be outdated info - and there may be one available now - but for some reason I am thinking one still does not exist.

Your best bet is to have the person who created the file save it in another format. You can also try a free convert to pdf program to try to convert it to pdf. I have full Acro, so I am not familiar with any of the freebies.

Gee, that wasn't much help, was it?

 

[Admin Greg]

One option is to use a free online file converter, such as Zamzar or Convertio, to convert the Publisher files into a more accessible format, such as PDF or JPG. Another option is to download a free trial of Microsoft Publisher or a similar software, which typically lasts for 30 days. You can also ask the person who sent you the files to save them in a different format that you can open, such as a Word document or a PDF. Additionally, some libraries or community centers may have computers available with Publisher installed that you can use to open the files.