Approval Manager 2012

Browser Support

Approval Manager's browser-based functionality is compatible on multiple web browsers, including the most recent versions of Safari, Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer. Silverlight is required for Spark!

Browser Support

Server and Database Setup

Server Installation Requirements

  • Windows Server 2008 (preferred)
  • Windows Server 2003 SP2
  • Windows 7
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows XP Pro+

Database Options

  • SQL Server Express (Included with installation)
  • SQL Server 2008, any Edition
  • SQL Server 2005, any Edition, SP2 required

File Type Support

Spark! Proofer

AI • PDF • JPG • PNG • GIF
TIFF • BMML • BMP

Spark allows reviewers to annotate, mark-up, comment and review files.

Native File Types

Any File Type Including:
PSD • INDD • FLA • MPG • MOV • CAD
DOC • WAV • MP3 • SWF • SVG • XLS

Native Proofing allows reviewers to comment and review any file type.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I access Approval Manager from a Mac?

Of course! Approval Manager is browser-based and can be accessed from any Mac.
Intel Macs are required to run Microsoft Silverlight, a required plug-in for our optional proofing tool, Spark!

How can I install Approval Manager when all I have is a Mac?

Since this is a scalable proofing app utilizing a Microsoft SQL Database, Windows Server is required for Installation, however you can access any Windows Server using Parallels or VMware on a Mac. Once installed, Approval Manager can be accessed by Macs and PCs with any web browser. There are also hosted versions of Approval Manager available which eliminates the need to install server or database components.

Can I try Approval Manager without installing?

Yes you can! Sign up for our 14 Day Online Trial.

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