Thanks Sean P for the reply.
I just want to make a comment about the file not finished loading - that is the problem I'm encountering. The file takes a long time to upload only when I open them from the "Open Recent..." option on the drop down menu -that's when it opens and there is data missing. So the upload is incomplete but it stays there - it' doesn't upload anymore data. I then proceed to close the file where I run into all of the other problems with File explorer or anywhere else that I hover the mouse over the screen. The text disappears and then Icon remains. I then have to completely reboot the system and everything comes back properly.
It gets even weirder. If I open the file directly from File Explorer it opens Affinity Designer and the file uploads properly. Then I shut down Affinity, reopen Affinity D, open the file from the "Open Recent" and everything works properly. So it seems like the "Open Recent" option creates problems with whatever file i try to open in a new AD session. Once I've opened a file I can then go back and use the "Open Recent" option and it works fine. Until....I shut down and then reopen AD -then the whole problems starts fresh.
I have a work around solution to the problem for now and I can continue to work, so the pressure is off. Just thought you guys might want to know about this issue.
I have then latest version of AD installed and it seems to perform in the same way but I'll keep an eye on it and keep you posted.
In the meantime, I would appreciate being kept informed on any developments you folks make on this issue.
I still love the products
Peter