I had printmaster 15 and decided to buy printmaster 18. Printmaster18 doesn't seem to be compatable with my printer, even thought Printmaster 15 works just fine with the printer. How can I get 18 to reconize the printer

You can try version 15 in compatibility mode:

Troubleshoot Compatibility
This can help with some (but not all) programs/drivers:
1) Uninstall the program if it's already installed. Then when you install/reinstall it instead of double clicking on the install file right click it and select "Troubleshoot Compatibility"
2) Then click "Try Recommended Settings" and in the next window click "Start the Program" to install it.
3) After it installs see if it works correctly. Please note - some programs may not be able to run in Windows 7.
More details about how to make older programs run in this version of Windows:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Make-older-programs-run-in-this-version-of-Windows

Installing PrintMaster 18 on any computer requires .NET Framework 1.1 to be installed on the hard drive. If NET Framework 1.1 is not installed, it will be installed from thePrintMaster 18 install disk before PrintMaster 18 is installed. If possible download .NET framework 1.1 If .NET Framework 1.1 is not already installed on the computer, the "Program Compatibility Assistant" in Windows 7 will display this message.To continue with the installation, select "Run Program".

Broderbund PrintMaster Gold Version 18 is not compatible with Win 7.
The Printmaster Platinum 18.1 is compatible.

If you are installing Printer 15 or 16 on Vista or Win 7 it is not compatilbe to the operating system.
Version 18 for Vista or Version 18.1 for Vista, Win 7.

You can try to use the Vista or Win 7 compatibility mode to install older software but no assurance it will work.

Hope it helps.

Unfortunately, the 'New' PrintMaster 2011 will not import any older PrintMaster .sig files created prior to PrintMaster 2.0. This means that over 1,100 projects I have,going back to 2004 are now useless. Did they even consider this before coming out with the new version? Is this the way that Broderbund treats long time customers of their product? Apparently so...so I will no longer be using any of their products from now on. I don't see any excuse for their actions.

Thank you for your question.

In this instance it is easier to direct you to a video on the "Microsoft" website regarding installing older programmes. This is much clearer than trying to explain in writing.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Make-older-programs-run-in-this-version-of-Windows

All the best with your install.

Kind regards

This should answer your question

I understand that you are inquiring if Printmaster 18 is compatible with Windows 7. Our developers have tested every aspect of Printmaster 18 to see if it will function properly on Windows 7. It has passed all tests except one, which is the Save As PDF feature. Our developers just became aware of this and are working on a resolution to make it work on the Windows 7 operating system. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused, but we can assure you that we will provide a fix for this as soon as possible.

http://www.broderbund.com/store/broder/Content/pbPage.ProductSupportMain

Please make sure that the software (PrintMaster) is compatible with your current hardware requirements and that your Operating System (your windows) is also compatible with it. You can see these compatibility issues in your software Install Notes or Readme file or at the back of the CD cover which says: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

How do you do. For decision of your problem advise you to change adjusting the printer. There is adjusting the seal In characteristic of the printer. You it is necessary to install seal the text.Thank you for question.

Right click on the icon which launches the software, Properties, Compatibility tab, and change it to XP.