I agree that EQ7 is not as intuitive as it could be. I too have a system development background, and I think EQ7 is difficult for me to navigate. It takes time and determination to use it. I now use it to design labels that I print out, and have lots of fun with it. I also use it for a monthly block exchange. You have to make the decision about the expense, but if you have the time, EQ7 is a good design tool.
Originally Posted by
cathyvv
EQ7 is not as intuitive as it could be and, even with the tutorials, is difficult to navigate because of that. Note that I wrote requirements for ordering and billing software, and wrote the user manuals for that same software, so I recognize 'intuitive' when I see it...and I don't see it in EQ7.
After all that, it is a useful tool. My granddaughter wants a snake quilt. I searched high and low for a pattern that wasn't too childish, and had zero luck. Finally, I took a block I found on EQ7, started playing with it, and suddenly, there was the quilt I was dreaming of making her! It's in progress now, and I aim to have it finished for Christmas!
So I have mixed feelings on EQ7, but overall am glad that I have it. However, if you are not computer literate or are intimidated with using a computer, it may not be the right tool for you.