Cross Stitch Professional Platinum

Cross Stitch Professional Platinum by DP Software UK stands out in the Photo & Graphics category, specifically under Converters. Its latest version 2.1.1.86 brings a suite of robust features catering to both beginners and advanced users looking to convert photographs and clipart into cross stitch charts or to start new designs from scratch.

The program file, Xstitch.exe, is lightweight, weighing in at 13.8 MB, making it a convenient download for users with varying internet speeds. Supporting a variety of operating systems including Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11, this software ensures that a wide range of users can benefit from its features.

Users might be particularly interested in previous iterations like versions 2.1, 2.0, and 1.0, highlighting the program's consistent updates and improvements. Cross Stitch Professional Platinum falls under Shareware, allowing users to evaluate the software before deciding to purchase.

With tools such as layered objects, despeckling, and smoothing, users can create detailed and accurate cross stitch charts. The software also shines in image importing, featuring sophisticated color reduction and matching, ensuring that the screen colors translate perfectly to the final stitched product.

For those working on more extensive projects, the Plus and Publisher versions include export capabilities for huge images and PDF creation without needing extra software, enhancing workflow efficiency.

Pros:

• Advanced tools (layered objects, despeckling, smoothing)
• Precise color matching using a spectrophotometer
• Comprehensive export capabilities

You may want to check out more software, such as KG-Chart Pro for Cross Stitch, Pattern Maker for cross stitch or KG-Chart LE for Cross Stitch, which might be similar to Cross Stitch Professional Platinum.