When Intel offered to send me an HP Envy 15 M6, I was excited but nervous. I have never owned a PC. I learned to use a computer by using a Mac and I've never owned anything other than Macs. The few times I've had to use a PC I've felt awkward and confused. But I like exploring new technology, so I figured I'd give it a go.
When the box arrived in the mail, I opened it up and started to set up the computer. I'll even admit that I didn't read the Quick Start Guide. I simply plugged it in and started pushing buttons! It was super duper easy. There are on screen prompts that guide you through the whole thing.
The computer came pre-loaded with Windows 10, which I found to be fairly intuitive. So far, it works very much like my Mac operating system. There were only two things I had to look up:
- Keyboard shortcuts. I'm used to using the "command" key on my Mac. I discovered that on my new PC it's the "control" key.
- What's the difference between a right click and a left click? I have always had a single click mouse, but my new PC's trackpad has right and left clicking. Turns out that right clicking is a pretty cool feature. It allows you to bring up a menu of choices instead of simply completing a pre-determined task.
So what to do with this new PC? Well, I did the very first thing that came to mind: I loaded some artsy software that is PC-only. I loaded Kaleidoscope Kreator 3 onto my HP Envy.
Downloading the software was easy to do and I had no trouble installing and opening it. Then I took this very basic doodle…
…scanned it into my computer and uploaded it into the kaleidoscope software.
Using the Kaleidoscope Kreator software, I was able to transform the doodle into a variety of snowflakes/doily designs. The touchscreen made it super easy to resize and rotate and get the exact results I wanted.
That's right, I said touchscreen! This may look like an ordinary laptop, but it's not! So cool to be able to edit my images right on the screen with my finger!
After I created the kaleidoscope images I wanted, I cut them out with my ScanNCut.
Getting a little bit braver, I took some of the snowflakes I generated and added a few extra bridges and dots to create more intricate designs, which I also cut out with my ScanNCut.
I even cut some out of plastic to create these super fab earrings!
So many crafty possibilities with a world of artsy PC-only software now open to me! I can't wait to explore what else I can do with my new HP Envy!
Any of you PC users out there have tips or suggestions?
Thanks for stopping by!
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Hi Julie. I also have a desktop Mac, but had used PC’s for years. You can buy a Logitech mouse and have the right click features for the Mac, just like the PC. Love it to save or copy images. Enjoy your new PC.
Hi Julie. I also have a desktop Mac, but had used PC’s for years. You can buy a Logitech mouse and have the right click features for the Mac, just like the PC. Love it to save or copy images. Enjoy your new PC.
Hi Julie. I also have a desktop Mac, but had used PC’s for years. You can buy a Logitech mouse and have the right click features for the Mac, just like the PC. Love it to save or copy images. Enjoy your new PC.
Hi Julie. I also have a desktop Mac, but had used PC’s for years. You can buy a Logitech mouse and have the right click features for the Mac, just like the PC. Love it to save or copy images. Enjoy your new PC.
Hi Julie. I also have a desktop Mac, but had used PC’s for years. You can buy a Logitech mouse and have the right click features for the Mac, just like the PC. Love it to save or copy images. Enjoy your new PC.
Hi Julie. I also have a desktop Mac, but had used PC’s for years. You can buy a Logitech mouse and have the right click features for the Mac, just like the PC. Love it to save or copy images. Enjoy your new PC.
Hi Julie,
Glad you are settling into your new digs! Love the earrings – what kind of plastic are you cutting?
Hi Julie,
Glad you are settling into your new digs! Love the earrings – what kind of plastic are you cutting?
Hi Julie,
Glad you are settling into your new digs! Love the earrings – what kind of plastic are you cutting?
Hi Julie,
Glad you are settling into your new digs! Love the earrings – what kind of plastic are you cutting?
Hi Julie,
Glad you are settling into your new digs! Love the earrings – what kind of plastic are you cutting?
Hi Julie,
Glad you are settling into your new digs! Love the earrings – what kind of plastic are you cutting?
Julie,
You can set the Apple mouse to have right click ability thru settings. It is a huge time saver and convenience. Thanks for your review.
Tonya
Julie,
You can set the Apple mouse to have right click ability thru settings. It is a huge time saver and convenience. Thanks for your review.
Tonya
Julie,
You can set the Apple mouse to have right click ability thru settings. It is a huge time saver and convenience. Thanks for your review.
Tonya
Julie,
You can set the Apple mouse to have right click ability thru settings. It is a huge time saver and convenience. Thanks for your review.
Tonya
Julie,
You can set the Apple mouse to have right click ability thru settings. It is a huge time saver and convenience. Thanks for your review.
Tonya
Julie,
You can set the Apple mouse to have right click ability thru settings. It is a huge time saver and convenience. Thanks for your review.
Tonya
Wow, three things for my Christmas wishlist now – the new version of the ScanNCut of course, the HP Envy 15 M6, and that fantastic software Kaleidoscope Kreator 3.
Wow, three things for my Christmas wishlist now – the new version of the ScanNCut of course, the HP Envy 15 M6, and that fantastic software Kaleidoscope Kreator 3.
Wow, three things for my Christmas wishlist now – the new version of the ScanNCut of course, the HP Envy 15 M6, and that fantastic software Kaleidoscope Kreator 3.
Wow, three things for my Christmas wishlist now – the new version of the ScanNCut of course, the HP Envy 15 M6, and that fantastic software Kaleidoscope Kreator 3.
Wow, three things for my Christmas wishlist now – the new version of the ScanNCut of course, the HP Envy 15 M6, and that fantastic software Kaleidoscope Kreator 3.
Wow, three things for my Christmas wishlist now – the new version of the ScanNCut of course, the HP Envy 15 M6, and that fantastic software Kaleidoscope Kreator 3.
Julie, I,too, am a MAC user although I started on a pc and often used both in my biz years ago. Always considered my self bicomputer! I am so envious. I saw that software demoed recently with the Brother Scan and Cut (that I now own after lusting after all of your great creations) and wanted the software. I’m hoping they’ll come out with a Mac version as I don’t see me buying a pc. But you never know. To be continued!!
Julie, I,too, am a MAC user although I started on a pc and often used both in my biz years ago. Always considered my self bicomputer! I am so envious. I saw that software demoed recently with the Brother Scan and Cut (that I now own after lusting after all of your great creations) and wanted the software. I’m hoping they’ll come out with a Mac version as I don’t see me buying a pc. But you never know. To be continued!!
Julie, I,too, am a MAC user although I started on a pc and often used both in my biz years ago. Always considered my self bicomputer! I am so envious. I saw that software demoed recently with the Brother Scan and Cut (that I now own after lusting after all of your great creations) and wanted the software. I’m hoping they’ll come out with a Mac version as I don’t see me buying a pc. But you never know. To be continued!!
Julie, I,too, am a MAC user although I started on a pc and often used both in my biz years ago. Always considered my self bicomputer! I am so envious. I saw that software demoed recently with the Brother Scan and Cut (that I now own after lusting after all of your great creations) and wanted the software. I’m hoping they’ll come out with a Mac version as I don’t see me buying a pc. But you never know. To be continued!!
Julie, I,too, am a MAC user although I started on a pc and often used both in my biz years ago. Always considered my self bicomputer! I am so envious. I saw that software demoed recently with the Brother Scan and Cut (that I now own after lusting after all of your great creations) and wanted the software. I’m hoping they’ll come out with a Mac version as I don’t see me buying a pc. But you never know. To be continued!!
Julie, I,too, am a MAC user although I started on a pc and often used both in my biz years ago. Always considered my self bicomputer! I am so envious. I saw that software demoed recently with the Brother Scan and Cut (that I now own after lusting after all of your great creations) and wanted the software. I’m hoping they’ll come out with a Mac version as I don’t see me buying a pc. But you never know. To be continued!!
Wow!! love what you created from your new Intel and Scan and Cut! I love your new earrings and the display. Very creative. You are amazing! Such an inspiration.
Wow!! love what you created from your new Intel and Scan and Cut! I love your new earrings and the display. Very creative. You are amazing! Such an inspiration.
Wow!! love what you created from your new Intel and Scan and Cut! I love your new earrings and the display. Very creative. You are amazing! Such an inspiration.
Wow!! love what you created from your new Intel and Scan and Cut! I love your new earrings and the display. Very creative. You are amazing! Such an inspiration.
Wow!! love what you created from your new Intel and Scan and Cut! I love your new earrings and the display. Very creative. You are amazing! Such an inspiration.
Wow!! love what you created from your new Intel and Scan and Cut! I love your new earrings and the display. Very creative. You are amazing! Such an inspiration.
Julie,
This comes at a perfect time for me. I am in need of a new computer. I have had 3 different HP computers and I am pleased with
HP computers. I was also wanting a software for my arting. I look forward to your next blog on your new computer.
Thank you so much for sharing and encouraging your many fans.
Julie,
This comes at a perfect time for me. I am in need of a new computer. I have had 3 different HP computers and I am pleased with
HP computers. I was also wanting a software for my arting. I look forward to your next blog on your new computer.
Thank you so much for sharing and encouraging your many fans.
Julie,
This comes at a perfect time for me. I am in need of a new computer. I have had 3 different HP computers and I am pleased with
HP computers. I was also wanting a software for my arting. I look forward to your next blog on your new computer.
Thank you so much for sharing and encouraging your many fans.
Julie,
This comes at a perfect time for me. I am in need of a new computer. I have had 3 different HP computers and I am pleased with
HP computers. I was also wanting a software for my arting. I look forward to your next blog on your new computer.
Thank you so much for sharing and encouraging your many fans.
Julie,
This comes at a perfect time for me. I am in need of a new computer. I have had 3 different HP computers and I am pleased with
HP computers. I was also wanting a software for my arting. I look forward to your next blog on your new computer.
Thank you so much for sharing and encouraging your many fans.
Julie,
This comes at a perfect time for me. I am in need of a new computer. I have had 3 different HP computers and I am pleased with
HP computers. I was also wanting a software for my arting. I look forward to your next blog on your new computer.
Thank you so much for sharing and encouraging your many fans.
Those earrings are awesome!
That touchscreen is awesome!
Using doodles in KK3? Brilliant! I’ve seen that software on Scrapbook Memories and Scrapbook Soup, but only demo’d with photos. It was “meh” until now! 🙂
Lastly, had a chuckle over the yellow snowflakes. You must not be a dog person. “Beware of yellow snow.” Lol!
Those earrings are awesome!
That touchscreen is awesome!
Using doodles in KK3? Brilliant! I’ve seen that software on Scrapbook Memories and Scrapbook Soup, but only demo’d with photos. It was “meh” until now! 🙂
Lastly, had a chuckle over the yellow snowflakes. You must not be a dog person. “Beware of yellow snow.” Lol!
Those earrings are awesome!
That touchscreen is awesome!
Using doodles in KK3? Brilliant! I’ve seen that software on Scrapbook Memories and Scrapbook Soup, but only demo’d with photos. It was “meh” until now! 🙂
Lastly, had a chuckle over the yellow snowflakes. You must not be a dog person. “Beware of yellow snow.” Lol!
Those earrings are awesome!
That touchscreen is awesome!
Using doodles in KK3? Brilliant! I’ve seen that software on Scrapbook Memories and Scrapbook Soup, but only demo’d with photos. It was “meh” until now! 🙂
Lastly, had a chuckle over the yellow snowflakes. You must not be a dog person. “Beware of yellow snow.” Lol!
Those earrings are awesome!
That touchscreen is awesome!
Using doodles in KK3? Brilliant! I’ve seen that software on Scrapbook Memories and Scrapbook Soup, but only demo’d with photos. It was “meh” until now! 🙂
Lastly, had a chuckle over the yellow snowflakes. You must not be a dog person. “Beware of yellow snow.” Lol!
Those earrings are awesome!
That touchscreen is awesome!
Using doodles in KK3? Brilliant! I’ve seen that software on Scrapbook Memories and Scrapbook Soup, but only demo’d with photos. It was “meh” until now! 🙂
Lastly, had a chuckle over the yellow snowflakes. You must not be a dog person. “Beware of yellow snow.” Lol!
You are a wonder Julie! Always enjoy seeing what you are up to-not afraid to try anything!!
You are a wonder Julie! Always enjoy seeing what you are up to-not afraid to try anything!!
You are a wonder Julie! Always enjoy seeing what you are up to-not afraid to try anything!!
You are a wonder Julie! Always enjoy seeing what you are up to-not afraid to try anything!!
You are a wonder Julie! Always enjoy seeing what you are up to-not afraid to try anything!!
You are a wonder Julie! Always enjoy seeing what you are up to-not afraid to try anything!!
Mac has right click in settings you turn on two finger click for right click or its the right side of the trackpad.
I’ve used both Intel and Mac for years. When you try and run some higher end graphics programs in that let me know, you may run into issues.
A Mac has more power then the go envy – but there are tons of Intel machines that can handle high end graphics apps.
I’ve always said look at what you do, what you want to do and match the computer to it. Computers are not one size fits all.
Mac has right click in settings you turn on two finger click for right click or its the right side of the trackpad.
I’ve used both Intel and Mac for years. When you try and run some higher end graphics programs in that let me know, you may run into issues.
A Mac has more power then the go envy – but there are tons of Intel machines that can handle high end graphics apps.
I’ve always said look at what you do, what you want to do and match the computer to it. Computers are not one size fits all.
Mac has right click in settings you turn on two finger click for right click or its the right side of the trackpad.
I’ve used both Intel and Mac for years. When you try and run some higher end graphics programs in that let me know, you may run into issues.
A Mac has more power then the go envy – but there are tons of Intel machines that can handle high end graphics apps.
I’ve always said look at what you do, what you want to do and match the computer to it. Computers are not one size fits all.
Mac has right click in settings you turn on two finger click for right click or its the right side of the trackpad.
I’ve used both Intel and Mac for years. When you try and run some higher end graphics programs in that let me know, you may run into issues.
A Mac has more power then the go envy – but there are tons of Intel machines that can handle high end graphics apps.
I’ve always said look at what you do, what you want to do and match the computer to it. Computers are not one size fits all.
Mac has right click in settings you turn on two finger click for right click or its the right side of the trackpad.
I’ve used both Intel and Mac for years. When you try and run some higher end graphics programs in that let me know, you may run into issues.
A Mac has more power then the go envy – but there are tons of Intel machines that can handle high end graphics apps.
I’ve always said look at what you do, what you want to do and match the computer to it. Computers are not one size fits all.
Mac has right click in settings you turn on two finger click for right click or its the right side of the trackpad.
I’ve used both Intel and Mac for years. When you try and run some higher end graphics programs in that let me know, you may run into issues.
A Mac has more power then the go envy – but there are tons of Intel machines that can handle high end graphics apps.
I’ve always said look at what you do, what you want to do and match the computer to it. Computers are not one size fits all.
Originally a PC user but purchased a MacBook Pro when I returned from Iraq. I still use both systems. Thanks to you, enabler, I am now the proud owner of a new 650 and will be purchasing the Kaleidoscope Kreator. Love the designs that you made….. Love the podcast too.
Originally a PC user but purchased a MacBook Pro when I returned from Iraq. I still use both systems. Thanks to you, enabler, I am now the proud owner of a new 650 and will be purchasing the Kaleidoscope Kreator. Love the designs that you made….. Love the podcast too.
Originally a PC user but purchased a MacBook Pro when I returned from Iraq. I still use both systems. Thanks to you, enabler, I am now the proud owner of a new 650 and will be purchasing the Kaleidoscope Kreator. Love the designs that you made….. Love the podcast too.
Originally a PC user but purchased a MacBook Pro when I returned from Iraq. I still use both systems. Thanks to you, enabler, I am now the proud owner of a new 650 and will be purchasing the Kaleidoscope Kreator. Love the designs that you made….. Love the podcast too.
Originally a PC user but purchased a MacBook Pro when I returned from Iraq. I still use both systems. Thanks to you, enabler, I am now the proud owner of a new 650 and will be purchasing the Kaleidoscope Kreator. Love the designs that you made….. Love the podcast too.
Originally a PC user but purchased a MacBook Pro when I returned from Iraq. I still use both systems. Thanks to you, enabler, I am now the proud owner of a new 650 and will be purchasing the Kaleidoscope Kreator. Love the designs that you made….. Love the podcast too.
I use both platforms. You get used to the variances in keyboard commands but the outcomes are the same. I find archival to be tricky, in using external hard drives I still have to be mindful of compatibility across platforms. Some people say oh just use the cloud…but I am not 100% trusting in cloud storage of my work yet.
I use both platforms. You get used to the variances in keyboard commands but the outcomes are the same. I find archival to be tricky, in using external hard drives I still have to be mindful of compatibility across platforms. Some people say oh just use the cloud…but I am not 100% trusting in cloud storage of my work yet.
I use both platforms. You get used to the variances in keyboard commands but the outcomes are the same. I find archival to be tricky, in using external hard drives I still have to be mindful of compatibility across platforms. Some people say oh just use the cloud…but I am not 100% trusting in cloud storage of my work yet.
I use both platforms. You get used to the variances in keyboard commands but the outcomes are the same. I find archival to be tricky, in using external hard drives I still have to be mindful of compatibility across platforms. Some people say oh just use the cloud…but I am not 100% trusting in cloud storage of my work yet.
I use both platforms. You get used to the variances in keyboard commands but the outcomes are the same. I find archival to be tricky, in using external hard drives I still have to be mindful of compatibility across platforms. Some people say oh just use the cloud…but I am not 100% trusting in cloud storage of my work yet.
I use both platforms. You get used to the variances in keyboard commands but the outcomes are the same. I find archival to be tricky, in using external hard drives I still have to be mindful of compatibility across platforms. Some people say oh just use the cloud…but I am not 100% trusting in cloud storage of my work yet.
Technology just baffles me but your posts certainly help.
Unique earrings and I bet that they’re light.
Technology just baffles me but your posts certainly help.
Unique earrings and I bet that they’re light.
Technology just baffles me but your posts certainly help.
Unique earrings and I bet that they’re light.
Technology just baffles me but your posts certainly help.
Unique earrings and I bet that they’re light.
Technology just baffles me but your posts certainly help.
Unique earrings and I bet that they’re light.
Technology just baffles me but your posts certainly help.
Unique earrings and I bet that they’re light.
Wow! Just yesterday I was looking at that program …and then at PCs as I’m a Mac user too…. So want it along with the Scan n Cut too…. Decided its save up time…. and if I just used all that I already own to complete the many projects I’ve started- the time will fly by… hahahaha!
Wow! Just yesterday I was looking at that program …and then at PCs as I’m a Mac user too…. So want it along with the Scan n Cut too…. Decided its save up time…. and if I just used all that I already own to complete the many projects I’ve started- the time will fly by… hahahaha!
Wow! Just yesterday I was looking at that program …and then at PCs as I’m a Mac user too…. So want it along with the Scan n Cut too…. Decided its save up time…. and if I just used all that I already own to complete the many projects I’ve started- the time will fly by… hahahaha!
Wow! Just yesterday I was looking at that program …and then at PCs as I’m a Mac user too…. So want it along with the Scan n Cut too…. Decided its save up time…. and if I just used all that I already own to complete the many projects I’ve started- the time will fly by… hahahaha!
Wow! Just yesterday I was looking at that program …and then at PCs as I’m a Mac user too…. So want it along with the Scan n Cut too…. Decided its save up time…. and if I just used all that I already own to complete the many projects I’ve started- the time will fly by… hahahaha!
Wow! Just yesterday I was looking at that program …and then at PCs as I’m a Mac user too…. So want it along with the Scan n Cut too…. Decided its save up time…. and if I just used all that I already own to complete the many projects I’ve started- the time will fly by… hahahaha!
Wonderful Julie. I love the earrings. I own the KK software and it has another use that is great. I also own a Janome embroidery machine and you can utilize the KK feature with it. Meaning you can scan in your artwork in Kaleidescope Kreator, and then apply stitches from the embroidery machine to it. You can also use KK first making the Kaleidescope, then taking it to SCan N Cut for cutting, and then on to the embroidery machine to apply stitches. KK has videos to show you just how to do this. I love it. I am using a PC, so have been working with KK for quite a while now. I must admit the new computer looks great.
Wonderful Julie. I love the earrings. I own the KK software and it has another use that is great. I also own a Janome embroidery machine and you can utilize the KK feature with it. Meaning you can scan in your artwork in Kaleidescope Kreator, and then apply stitches from the embroidery machine to it. You can also use KK first making the Kaleidescope, then taking it to SCan N Cut for cutting, and then on to the embroidery machine to apply stitches. KK has videos to show you just how to do this. I love it. I am using a PC, so have been working with KK for quite a while now. I must admit the new computer looks great.
Wonderful Julie. I love the earrings. I own the KK software and it has another use that is great. I also own a Janome embroidery machine and you can utilize the KK feature with it. Meaning you can scan in your artwork in Kaleidescope Kreator, and then apply stitches from the embroidery machine to it. You can also use KK first making the Kaleidescope, then taking it to SCan N Cut for cutting, and then on to the embroidery machine to apply stitches. KK has videos to show you just how to do this. I love it. I am using a PC, so have been working with KK for quite a while now. I must admit the new computer looks great.
Wonderful Julie. I love the earrings. I own the KK software and it has another use that is great. I also own a Janome embroidery machine and you can utilize the KK feature with it. Meaning you can scan in your artwork in Kaleidescope Kreator, and then apply stitches from the embroidery machine to it. You can also use KK first making the Kaleidescope, then taking it to SCan N Cut for cutting, and then on to the embroidery machine to apply stitches. KK has videos to show you just how to do this. I love it. I am using a PC, so have been working with KK for quite a while now. I must admit the new computer looks great.
Wonderful Julie. I love the earrings. I own the KK software and it has another use that is great. I also own a Janome embroidery machine and you can utilize the KK feature with it. Meaning you can scan in your artwork in Kaleidescope Kreator, and then apply stitches from the embroidery machine to it. You can also use KK first making the Kaleidescope, then taking it to SCan N Cut for cutting, and then on to the embroidery machine to apply stitches. KK has videos to show you just how to do this. I love it. I am using a PC, so have been working with KK for quite a while now. I must admit the new computer looks great.
Wonderful Julie. I love the earrings. I own the KK software and it has another use that is great. I also own a Janome embroidery machine and you can utilize the KK feature with it. Meaning you can scan in your artwork in Kaleidescope Kreator, and then apply stitches from the embroidery machine to it. You can also use KK first making the Kaleidescope, then taking it to SCan N Cut for cutting, and then on to the embroidery machine to apply stitches. KK has videos to show you just how to do this. I love it. I am using a PC, so have been working with KK for quite a while now. I must admit the new computer looks great.
LOL- congrats on your new toy – welcome to the dark side – we have cookies… LOL
LOL- congrats on your new toy – welcome to the dark side – we have cookies… LOL
LOL- congrats on your new toy – welcome to the dark side – we have cookies… LOL
LOL- congrats on your new toy – welcome to the dark side – we have cookies… LOL
LOL- congrats on your new toy – welcome to the dark side – we have cookies… LOL
LOL- congrats on your new toy – welcome to the dark side – we have cookies… LOL
I have had kk3 for a while and use it with my embroidery machine. How do you create the cut file for scan n cut?
I have had kk3 for a while and use it with my embroidery machine. How do you create the cut file for scan n cut?
I have had kk3 for a while and use it with my embroidery machine. How do you create the cut file for scan n cut?
I have had kk3 for a while and use it with my embroidery machine. How do you create the cut file for scan n cut?
I have had kk3 for a while and use it with my embroidery machine. How do you create the cut file for scan n cut?
I have had kk3 for a while and use it with my embroidery machine. How do you create the cut file for scan n cut?
I love your earrings. What type of plastic did you use?
I love your earrings. What type of plastic did you use?
I love your earrings. What type of plastic did you use?
I love your earrings. What type of plastic did you use?
I love your earrings. What type of plastic did you use?
I love your earrings. What type of plastic did you use?
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