Most quilting related programs, including Pro-Stitcher, are Windows programs and will not run on a MAC/Apple. Use this guide to purchase a laptop.
MK Quilt’s Recommendations for buying a PC
If you are buying from a store like Best Buy, Costco, or Staples you will likely get what you pay for. The Handi Quilter software products (Pro-Stitcher and Designer) are Windows based applications and will run on almost any computer running the Microsoft Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
Must Haves |
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Windows 10 or 11 |
No Apple products |
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SSD (Storage) of at least 256 Gig |
This is your C:\ internal storage. |
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Touch Screen |
Most will have this. |
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Minimum 15.6” Screen |
The 13” screens are ok for travel, but you will find it lacking for general PS use. |
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Minimum 8 gig RAM |
Computer memory |
Nice to Haves |
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Processor with a 5 or above in the name |
Two primary companies make CPUs. Intel: Core i3/i5/i7/i9 AMD: Ryzen 3/5/7/9 The ‘3s’ will work but are generally economy and will be slower |
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10-key on keyboard |
Nice for numeric entry |
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Standard HDMI port |
Easier to hook up to a TV |
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2-1 configuration (hinges) |
Allows laptop to fold into tablet mode |
Avoid |
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4K high resolution screens |
Better picture, but unnecessary for most things. Can lead to things appearing very small on the screen. |
Note: Unload the (not)free McAfee or Norton Anti-virus and just go with the included Windows security. Repeatedly run the Windows Updates for the first two days and allow it to reboot several times to update the system. Create a cloud-based/online MS account instead of just a local ID.