The Windows Live Writer Team released the latest version of the very popular Live Writer Blogging program. Numerous enhancements have been added to the program, which was starting to get a little long in the tooth after a long period in Beta 1. Enhancements include inline spell checking (YAY!), better Blog support overall, integration and compatibility with various platforms (Sharepoint, Live Gallery, etc.) and API support as well for the different blogging platforms (Live Spaces, WordPress and TypePad were listed). Of course, visual tweaks, usability and better language support round out the bill.
This is my first post with the new Writer, and things are definitely looking alot better. Buttons, etc. are better placed within the UI and more options are available for actions you can perform. This is definitely an upgrade you want to undertake if you use Live Writer Beta 1 already, and a program you should take a serious look at if you don’t.
Quick Update: To get some of the new features included in this version, you will need to redetect your blog’s settings. Click on the “Weblog” Menu at the top, then “Edit Weblog Settings”, then “Update Account Configuration”. Enter the appropriate login information and it will then verify what options are compatible with your platform and make changes accordingly. Enjoy!
What does everyone else think of the changes?
Tags: Microsoft Window Live Writer Blogging Software
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It looks like a good change, but not enough to win me over from Google Docs. That’s largely due to the network of friends I share and edit docs with on Google’s platform.
They really had some great changes from the initial beta which has made working with it even better.
I understand not wanting to swap platforms though especially once you’ve built up a network like you said.
I tried Google Docs before and it was just too slow, featureless and wonky for my likes. Having a laptop always available with full featured apps makes life easier in that regard.
Cheers!