Customer Reviews

DavkaWriter Platinum Hebrew English Word Processor

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I have been using my DavkaWriter (Platinum 6) word processor every day since I received it. The ONLY reason I haven't rated it 5 out of 5 stars is that I have not found a mono-spacing option for the general text. It does have a mono-spaced typeface (DavidfixD) which does the trick for my immediate needs. However to be able to mono-space other faces by command would make this software package absolutely 'the top of the top!'.
But enough for the minor things. This software is a built from the ground up HEBREW word processor... no trying to get reverse direction by this or that coding option or macro, it's in there! And with the click of an arrow you can reverse direction or switch English to Hebrew - Hebrew to English. Not to mention the fact that included in the Platinum 6 is the Mishna, both a Sephardic and Ashkenazi Siddur and the complete Tanach. It has nikud options bar-none! And a real nice set of basic graphics in the package with the option of adding ones own. The package interfaces with WordPerfect according to the Company, though this I have not yet tried out. (WordPerfect 8 was the last version of a Corel product I attempted on my PC of the day... Had a real nice Hebrew font feature but it was a 'write it backspacing type trick).
Now the second reason it doesn't rate a 5th star... unfortunately the writer hashes the text with hidden text (processor commands and info) thus far my attempts to read the text I have saved in something like notepad for conversion into data for .wrl scripts has been a bit testy... to say the least. (this may be a processor/XP issue I do get error messages occasionally upon exiting the software)
BUT I should complain! eh? I find it all in all, for my research purposes and Hebrew word processing a wonderful tool! (I would still like to see a bit more options for file extensions and the mono-spacing feature availability for all fonts...). I am sure with enough time in on the software and working with its variety of nuances I may find workarounds or that I may have just overlooked some feature.
For my money... I would buy it again, and recommend it to all who need such software, hands down.
One P.S.: Check out the variety of Hebrew Fonts!!!

Before purchasing this product I tried QText. I am very glad that I decided to go with DavkaWriter Platinum 6. If you are comfortable using Microsoft Word, you will be able to use DavkaWriter 6 right out of the box with no training. The included texts and texts available for purchase are a boon to academic, clerical and student users. Without a Hebrew keyboard I was able to create both Hebrew language and bilingual documents rather effortlessly. The PDF export feature was very easy to use, an ample number of fonts are provided as well as graphics. This program was worth the price. I will, be purchasing a Hebrew English keyboard or the stickers for my keyboard soon.

I have been frustrated by Davka's lack of accountability in the program's flaws. The Judaic texts found in the text library lack proof reading and have an astonishing number of errors in nikkud and spelling. When I inquired about the flaws they responded that the program is sold as-is and no refund or compensation would be granted. This is poor editing and shameful customer support.

If that wasn't enough, the program is counter-intuitive, especially for those of us who are used to creating documents in MS Word or any other word processing program. The help menu lacks content and is not user friendly.

This program has serious problems and a steep learning curve. Purchase at your own risk.

Very happy with my purchase, seem to work well
can handle the type of work that I require from it

This program functions very well. Easily switches between English and Hebrew within the same document which is what I wanted. There are some minor issues such as transferring files and making pdf files, I would prefer easier functions. I think that is just an issue of what I'm accustom to. Over all I do like the program and do recommend it.