Free, useful downloads
Posted by Jacque on April 10th, 2008
Get a quick start with Launchy
Launchy is a free windows utility designed to help you forget about your start menu, the icons on your desktop, and even your file manager.
It’s a free download that indexes the programs in your start menu and launches your documents, project files, folders, and bookmarks with just a few keystrokes. After installation, press ALT+SPACE BAR to bring up the Launchy window, type in an item and it opens. Click on the asterisk to select set-up options.
AskSam points out that you can do more than just open programs. For instance:
- Search the internet: enter “Google*TAB*Search”
- Use the calculator: enter “(400+400)*2″ (I love this!)
- Check the weather: enter “Weather*TAB*Zip Code”
PrimoPDF
There are a number of free PDF creators, but today I am calling attention to one recommended (in her classes and workshops) by my colleague Jean Kent.
PrimoPDF features include:
Completely free PDF creator – Create PDF files from 300+ file types.- Make 100% industry-standard PDF from any files that print.
- Create PDF files optimized for print, screen, ebook, or prepress.
PrimoPDF has a sibling called Nitro Professional with many additonal features. It is not free, but has a 14-day free trial.
