Coreldraw is vector based Designing Software, Developed by Ottawa-based software company.
CorelDRAW Designing Software was originally released in January 1989, running on the Windows 2.x operating system. Today, the software is still used by many people, with the latest version, 2019 (21), being released on 12 March 2019. CorelDRAW is primarily designed for the Windows Operating system. There were several releases for macOS and macOS X, but poor sales resulted in the discontinuation of those versions. There was also a port to Linux in 2000, requiring a modified version of Wine to run the software.
One of the handy features of the software is that it can also work with multiple layers and multiple pages.
Use of CorelDraw :
CorelDraw is used for creating Logos, Flexes, Brochures, Invitation Cards Packaging Materials Designs and any kind of vector designing based on the lining. This is very old software which was released approx 29 years ago, on 16th January 1989. It was developed by Corel Corporation so it is also known as Corel’s Graphic Suite. As this works vector based images so it is used to edit two-dimensional images such as logos and posters.
General Features of CorelDraw :
Page Layout :
Find all the tools you need to create layouts for brochures, multi-page documents, and more. Reserve a place for text and graphics or use the Placeholder Text tool to mock up a page and see how the text will look.
Vector Illustration :
Use CorelDRAW’s powerful vector illustration tools to turn basic lines and shapes into complex works of art. Create curves with many versatile shaping and drawing tools. Add creative effects to your vector artwork with effect tools like Contour, Envelope, Blend, Mesh Fill, and more.
Typography :
Arrange type with a complete set of typography tools. Add effects to text like block shadows and contours, fit text to paths, and wrap text around objects. Enjoy OpenType typography features such as ligatures, ornaments, small caps, swash variants, and more.
Photo Editing :
Retouch and enhance your photos with PHOTO-PAINT’s powerful layer-based photo editing tools. Adjust color and tone, remove imperfections, correct perspective, and more. Use AfterShot Pro HDR to create stunning High Dynamic Range photos from your raw images.
Color, Fills, and Transparencies :
Easily apply color to fills and outlines using color swatches, or generate colors based on color harmonies. Change the transparency of an object and fill objects with patterns, gradients, mesh fills, and more.
Styles and Style Sets :
The Object Styles docker makes it a breeze to manage styles and style sets to apply consistent formatting across multiple objects, produce iterative versions, and format whole documents quickly and consistently.
Web Graphics Tools :
Develop captivating web content with a collection of web graphics tools and presets. With the Publish to WordPress feature, you can upload a variety of image formats directly to your WordPress site.
Professional Print Output :
CorelDRAW makes it easy to prepare your documents for print. With a powerful color management engine, you can control color consistency across different media and know your colors are accurate before you print.
File Compatibility
Compatible with more than 100 graphics, publishing, and image file formats, it’s easy to work with almost any kind of project asset. Publish to a wide variety of file formats, including AI, PSD, PDF, JPG, PNG, SVG, DWG, DXF, EPS, TIFF, and more.
Royalty-Free Content :
Keep designs fresh with more than 7000 royalty-free clip art and vehicle wrap templates, 1000 high-resolution digital images, 1000 TrueType and/or OpenType fonts, 150 professionally designed templates, and more than 600 fountain, vector, and bitmap fills.
Object Control :
View and control every element in your document with a handy Objects inspector, letting you hide, display, rename, and search for objects, as well as change their stacking order. Use the Object Properties inspector to manage object formatting, fills, transparencies, and more, quickly and easily from one central spot.
Font Management :
Organize and manage your font library with the intuitive Corel Font Manager and use your favorite fonts in CorelDRAW and PHOTO-PAINT without installing them. Work faster with fonts using the network storage feature.
Easy Bitmap-to-Vector Tracing :
Save precious time while converting bitmap images into vectors. The built-in PowerTRACE engine turns the most demanding bitmap images into high-quality vector objects.
Non-Destructive Editing :
Edit bitmaps and vectors knowing you won’t harm the original image or object. Enjoy many non-destructive features such as Block Shadow tool, Symmetry Drawing mode, Impact Tool, Add Perspective, and Non-Destructive Effects.
Symmetry :
Create a range of symmetrical designs, from simple objects to complex kaleidoscopic effects in real time and boost your productivity by automating what is usually a time-consuming workflow.
Pointillizer :
Generate high-quality vector mosaics from any number of selected vector or bitmap objects with just a few clicks. Inspired by the Pointillism painting technique, it’s ideal for creating vehicle wraps, window decor projects, and more.
LiveSketch :
Sketch and design on the fly with LiveSketch, a tool that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to convert free-form sketching into precise vector curves on a touch-enabled device.
Shadow Effects :
Manipulate live drop shadows with your cursor using the Drop Shadow tool, eliminating the cumbersome task of repositioning them in a dialog box. Ideal for those working with cutters and plotters, CorelDRAW’s Block Shadow feature adds solid vector shadows to objects and text, greatly reducing the number of lines and nodes in shadows.
CorelDRAW Web App
This powerful web app enables you to access your work whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you. Simply sign into CorelDRAW.app when you want to show a client a concept from a 2-in-1 or other mobile device or create remotely when you’re not near your computer. To log in to CorelDRAW.app, visit www.coreldraw.app and use the same username and password you use to register your copy of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019.
Design on the Go
Create new designs and access your CorelDRAW files when you’re not near your computer.
Save to the Cloud :
Store your work in the cloud, so you can access and share it remotely.
Import & Export with Ease :
Enjoy support for CDR, PDF, PNG, JPEG, and SVG import and export file formats.
macOS Features
Touch Bar :
Leverage the time-saving features of the Touch Bar on your MacBook Pro. This multitouch display offers both quick access to OS-level controls as well as CorelDRAW-specific functionality, such as layout settings, text controls, and more.
Dark Mode :
Enjoy support for macOS Mojave Dark Mode, which offers a darker color palette for all windows, views, menus, and controls. When you switch your OS to Dark Mode, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite will adopt a dark interface for a consistent appearance across your Mac.
Native macOS :
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite for Mac was built from the ground up for an experience that feels natively Mac. Menus, windows, views, fields, labels, buttons, and other UI elements reflect Apple’s excellence in user interface design.
Main Applications :
- CorelDRAW 2019: Vector illustration and page layout
- Corel PHOTO-PAINT 2019: Image editing
- Corel Font Manager 2019: Font exploration and management tool
- PowerTRACE 2019: Bitmap-to-vector tracing (included as part of CorelDRAW 2019 application)
- Connect Content: Content finder (included as part of CorelDRAW 2019 application)
- CorelDRAW.app: Online graphic design via web browser
- AfterShot 3 HDR: Raw photo editor
- BenVISTA PhotoZoom Pro 4: Plug-in for enlarging digital images
Training :
Online training videos
“Hints” docker
New Discovery files accessible through “Get Started” in the Welcome screen
Content :
- 7000 clipart, digital images, and vehicle wrap templates
- 1000 high-resolution digital photos
- More than 1000 TrueType and/or OpenType fonts
- 150 professionally designed templates
- More than 600 fountain, vector and bitmap fills
