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@dominik Thanks!

I'm trying to do a symbol using the move/duplicate tool, and I'm not getting the result I'm looking for. Any ideas?

The same thing happened with my wife and her kinetic watches. I purchased a pair for us, but for some mysterious reason, mine always works perfectly while hers consistently stop working and occasionally die out. We visited the Seiko store, and they couldn't identify any issues with her watch. In the end, they graciously provided her with a brand new one, but she still couldn't get it to function properly! However, when I simply took it in my hands, gave it a gentle shake, like a secret touch, it miraculously sprang back to life! It's truly puzzling, isn't it?

From 1992 to 2024, none of those factors could have caused their malfunctions. If that were the case, I would have a Guinness World Record for 32 years of purchasing brand new, damaged computers from Apple! Take my advice and never blindly trust any computer. The bottom line is that machines can fail, and it's important to be aware of that.

I have a few "amazing" things to share if you're interested in chatting about them in the future. From iCloud spontaneously deleting files to Apple apps refusing to update on their own OS version, the list is quite extensive, my friend.

Oh my! I feel like I have crossed a sensitivity barrier here. Please accept my apologies for my inappropriate, lighthearted response that was meant to be something funny and innocent. /s 🤦‍♂️

I have been using Macs since 1992, and let me tell you, 5 to 10 minutes can bring about numerous unexpected surprises. Therefore, I am not willing to take any risks at the moment. Allow me to recount a true story: the last time I attempted a safe boot, I found myself in an Apple Store, surrounded by three employees who were utterly perplexed as to why I couldn't access my Mac using my login information. It was quite the ordeal, I must say.

@PaoloT Hilarious! This went from a pasted text on a box idea to a scientific approach by the brilliant physicist Neil Degrasse Tyson in a nanosecond! LMAO

This topic is getting way off track. I provided a very simple example in my post—just a box for unformatted text. That's all I was asking for, nothing complicated like invoice creation or anything else. Just a space for text.

This is my primary work machine, so I can't perform extensive troubleshooting at the moment. I'll try to address the issue next Saturday and keep you updated. For now, the problem isn't hindering my work, so I can continue using it as is during the week.

Good for you. 👍🏼

Maybe my everyday workflow has made me see this feature as a necessity. To be honest, I always use notes, and my brain is so complicated that not every Notes app is suitable for all my needs. I know, it's crazy, but I have a different note app for different requirements. If I could have one for Affinity projects it will be a dream come true. 🤣

I frequently consult with Sensei to ensure my Mac is fully optimized. However, despite uninstalling all fonts and restarting my Mac, the issue still persists. In the past, when faced with a similar problem, I resorted to completely deleting the App and reinstalling it. Although this resolved the issue, it also resulted in the loss of all my settings. I hope to find a solution before reaching such an extreme measure.

I don’t understand your comment. At first, I thought I had misspelled the word 'believe,' but that wasn’t the case. Now, I’m wasting my time trying to figure out why you quoted the word and the intention behind the emoji.

The suggested solution doesn’t work with me. Maybe is because I have a Mac and the thread is based on Windows, anyway deleting the font doesn’t fix the problem.

After recent update I noticed every-time I resize anything a weird letters on top of letter are appearing next to the cursor.

Yes

@walt.farrell Coming from you, I consider your comment a badge of honor.

I am accustomed to working as you mentioned (see attachment), and that's precisely why I believe we need a notes window or tab. Having notes as an integral part of the project is essential in today's world. I can envision numerous benefits to having a notes section in each Affinity project. Picture opening a document and seeing your own notes there, saying "This is not the working document; it is saved as a reference." "The document that needs to be worked on is named xxxx-xx," or "These are the headers that need to be changed to a different font." You can also paste large text or file references that you will be using. The implementation of this feature can be extremely helpful and straightforward with the existing code. It's essentially a mini text editor, with no formatting of any kind.

I use a variety of applications like Word, Sidenotes, UPDF, Craft, and Bear to manage my projects. I often find myself copying content from these apps to work on my daily tasks. It would be great to have a Notes window integrated into the Affinity app, allowing us to seamlessly copy and paste content without switching between different apps. Additionally, having the option to add notes about the document within the app would greatly improve productivity. I've created a mockup to visualize this concept. Let me know your thoughts on this idea.

I'm out, guys. I'll be back when Affinity and Canva became one platform.

I have been using Affinity and Pixelmator for years, and not a single print shop or agency has ever asked me to send an Adobe file. The beauty of Affinity and Pixelmator lies in the fact that their PSD (Pixelmator) and AI (Affinity) formats are fully editable, and no one can discern which app was used to create them. Although InDesign is still being used, we are promoting Publisher to our associates, and they love it. However, when they insist on using InDesign, I inquire if they are willing to pay the monthly fees - it's up to them. I even recommend my Adobe user friends to my clients when they specifically want InDesign, but my loyal customers are the reason I'm still here.

I stand by you, my friend. It's incredible how life allows us to work wonders with the skills we master. In 1995, while everyone else was using Adobe Illustrator, I was passionately using Aldus Freehand. I never dared to reveal my preference, since Adobe was the industry standard. In my youth, I allowed others to dictate my choice of tools. Not anymore.

That's not true. My agency has been successfully operating for over 30 years, with more than 20 companies under our umbrella. When Adobe introduced its subscription model, it significantly increased our annual expenses. We faced a choice: reduce salaries or switch tools. In 2014, we began transitioning, using Adobe alongside alternatives to ensure our survival without Adobe. Today, I'm proud to say our agency runs on the Affinity suite and Pixelmator Duo for graphics, and Sketch and Penpot for UI design and prototyping. This shift has allowed us to raise salaries and regularly upgrade our equipment. So, when I hear someone say, "the subscription pays for itself," it’s either a freelancer with a few clients or someone who doesn’t understand business. The only ones who justify the monthly payments are the ones who offer them. I can share privately the yearly expenses difference if you still have doubts. Don’t believe everything you read on the web.

Ash looks so happy with the costume and the Miami 90's vibe...