Scribus

Powerful desktop publishing software

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Last Update: 2024-10-20

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Scribus is an Open Source program that brings professional page layout to Linux, BSD UNIX, Solaris, OpenIndiana, GNU/Hurd, Mac OS X, OS/2 Warp 4, eComStation, and Windows desktops with a combination of press-ready output and new approaches to page design.

Underneath a modern and user-friendly interface, Scribus supports professional publishing features, such as color separations, CMYK and spot colors, ICC color management, and versatile PDF creation.

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Using Scribus Preflight tool to check image quality

Creating and Managing Spot Colors in Scribus

Scribus running in Russian under Windows XP

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GNU General Public License version 2.0 (GPLv2), GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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mich0491 Posted 2024-01-06

Ce logiciel permet de faire des feuillets, revues et même des livres, il m'a été utile pour monter deux livres de 150 pages avec photos, je le recommande amplement étant novice en la matière et en partant de zéro préparation.
ianhhh Posted 2023-10-21

I have used Indesign for years but have recently started using Linux. Scribus surprised me. I can get a lot done in Scribus when combined with Gimp. The interface is a little messy but hey this program is free and doesn't take long to get used to it. Every now and then I switch to Indesign for a more complex and precise design. I haven't used Scribus on the PC yet but I might give it a go too.
venkat6677 Posted 2023-05-12

Scribus is free desktop publishing software that can be used to create professional-looking documents like books, newsletters, and brochures. The software is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux and is widely used by individuals, businesses, and organizations worldwide. The extensive capabilities of Scribus are one of its primary advantages. The software is a powerful desktop publishing tool with a lot of features and tools for making and editing graphics, text, and images. Scribus' similarity with an assortment of document designs is one more benefit. A flexible instrument for working with reports from different sources, the product can import and commodity an assortment of record designs, including PDF, EPS, and SVG, and that's only the tip of the iceberg. Additionally, the fact that Scribus is open-source and free suggests that it can almost certainly be downloaded and utilized for free. People and organizations with limited resources can use it as a result. However, it is essential to keep in mind that Scribus can be challenging to use, particularly for individuals who are unfamiliar with desktop publishing software. Customers may need to put a lot of effort into learning how to use the various tools and features because of the product's high demand for learning and adaptation. Overall, Scribus is a powerful and adaptable desktop publishing application that does a great job of producing high-quality documents. Due to its extensive feature set and compatibility with a variety of file formats, it is a useful tool for individuals and businesses creating high-quality documents. On the other hand, users need to be prepared to put in some effort in order to properly utilize the software.
nabiscojones Posted 2023-01-30

Yo, I gotta keep it real, I be lookin' for any open-source joint when I'm short on cash and gotta get a project done, but ain't got no resources or dough for fancy stuff like InDesign or QuarkXPress. So I took a shot with this. Let me cut to the chase, if it wasn't for me getting that project done, my rating wouldn't be 5 stars. But still... Dawg, this trip down memory lane brought me back to my PageMaker and Quark days. The UI was like a blast from the past, straight outta Windows 2000 safe-mode. Ain't no real-time updates, so I had to map out every button, took me a good 20. But once I got the hang of it, I was able to put things together with some ease, but not complete ease. Had to download GIMP for a logo edit, but it all came together smooth. Sent that project out at 4am, and let me tell you, best sleep of my life! Can't wait for this joint to get even better, big ups to the development team. Peace.
rcor3656 Edited 2022-08-31

It could be very good however, it does not run in Mac Monterey. Then I will review my rate once I can download an update. Ok, I tried now version 1.5.6, and now is working under Monterey. The package seems a very well done software, I have not experienced it yet but, at first glance, it would be more than appropriate for any type of publication.

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Operating Systems

Linux, Server Operating Systems, BSD, Mac, Windows

Intended Audience

Education, Advanced End Users, End Users/Desktop, Other Audience

User Interface

X Window System (X11), Win32 (MS Windows), Cocoa (MacOS X), Qt

Programming Language

Python, C++

Related Categories

Python Text Processing Software, Python Office Suites, Python Printing Software, Python Graphics Software, Python Distributed Tracing Tool, C++ Text Processing Software, C++ Office Suites, C++ Printing Software, C++ Graphics Software, C++ Distributed Tracing Tool

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2004-11-27

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