Zoho Writer

PROS & CONS

What are the best aspects of this product?

I really like how may types of documents I can make with this program, considering that it is web-based. I can do collaborative projects on it, and have my work be available online so that other team members can take a look at it and put in their own ideas, comments, and suggestions. We can all modify it and have those modifications appear quickly so we can come up with the best possible result. Or if I'm working alone, it has enough features that enable me to come up with a presentation that is really eye-catching and able to hold the audience's attention.

What aspects are problematic or could work better?

I do wish that the storage capacity for the free version was larger. Larger storage space requires payment, and I don't have enough money to do so. It would also be nice if they added an option that would let me work offline because where I am doesn't always have an internet connection.

What specific problems in your company were solved by this product?

This program really resolved a lot of collaboration issues I had with the past. Because of its web-based nature, it's easy for me and my teammates to put our heads together and use all of our strengths to come up with exceptional work. The fact that I can send documents used with this software and be confident that other applications can open it too is also a big plus, and one that has also made collaboration easy.

Are you a current user of this product?

Yes

PROS & CONS

What are the best aspects of this product?

I haven't been using this software for long but I can really say that it's been a great tool, with a lot of features that are really useful considering it's a web-based tool. I can embed different types of media, I'm able to implement formatting that makes my documents easy on the eyes, and I've also been able to place images in my work. Its features for collaboration are also great and have really helped me and my team come up with things like press releases and blog posts. Those collaboration features have also made it easy for us to find solutions and resolve any issues we might be facing.

What aspects are problematic or could work better?

Since it's part of a suite of products, the only way to really use it at its full power is to also get the other products in the suite. Of course, if you're a small company with a limited budget, I can understand why this isn't possible. But I think this is only a negative if you really need to use those other features. As a word processor, it is already good and serviceable on its own, so if you're only looking for a word processor, this is already enough.

What specific problems in your company were solved by this product?

This software has really made collaboration with my team a lot easier. I can easily add notes and corrections, and my team can very quickly see what those notes and corrections are and adjust accordingly. It is where I and my team go when we need to work collaboratively on a document.

Are you a current user of this product?

No

PROS & CONS

What are the best aspects of this product?

Honestly, I didn't know anything about this software before I started using it so I didn't know what to expect. The interface is really simple, which made it easier for me to grasp. I also really liked that despite how simple it looks, it's got all the features that I need for my job. The fact that it is web-based is also a big plus for me since I can take my work with me wherever I am and ensure that all my deadlines are met. It's also got a Microsoft Word integration, which is really helpful in my line of work. I also find it really easy to send out completed work with this software, where it is reports, letters, or documents.

What aspects are problematic or could work better?

One thing I do wish they changed was the small amount of files that I could save when using the free version. I think they can increase that. Otherwise, I don't really think there is anything about this software that I dislike.

What specific problems in your company were solved by this product?

Truthfully speaking, my work has really been made easy by this software. Not only it is more user-friendly when compared to other word processors, but it also has options that those other programs don't have. It's increased my productivity since I can use it to make practically anything, whether it's a letter or a more detailed and complicated document. I don't think I've ever been as satisfied with software as much as I have with this one.

Are you a current user of this product?

No

PROS & CONS

What are the best aspects of this product?

There are a number of things that I appreciate about this program. For one thing, it's an online suite, so I can use it anywhere so long as I have an internet connection. But at the same time, I can also save on a local hard drive, so I can continue my work even if I am offline. It's also able to work with a number of file formats, whether it's a word, HTML, PDF, or what have you, which saves a lot of time because you don't need to convert files to start working on them. It's got an interface that is intuitive, and I can also keep my folders organized when I'm exporting documents. I can also head to other website and import documents from there. Another thing I like is the customization options available to me when I work on a document, as well as the option to apply similar formatting to a group of documents simultaneously. I also like how I can share documents with other people but at the same time, ensure that only those people I send it to can see it, thanks to access permissions that the software provides.

What aspects are problematic or could work better?

I'd like to see a few improvements to this software. For one thing, while it has a spell checker, it doesn't check my work as I type. I think it would be a really helpful addition if they change this. Saving on the cloud also has some drawbacks, such as me being unable to organize folders or create a document under my own name. If they change this up in future versions of the software, I really think they can bring this already great software into another level.

What specific problems in your company were solved by this product?

One thing that this software has really helped me with is increasing my efficiency and making it easier to collaborate with my co-workers and superiors. Because it is already online, it just takes a few clicks for me to be able to share my finished work with my superiors, and it is just as easy for them to provide me with feedback. It has sped up the workflow process between us and I can produce more and edit more and meet my deadlines promptly. This tool is simply wonderful.

Are you a current user of this product?

Yes