CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 Essential Training

CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 Essential Training

CorelDRAW X4 Essential Training provides detailed coverage of the flagship vector-based graphics application, as well as several of the other tools included in CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4. These include PHOTO-PAINT, a bitmap editing application; PowerTRACE, used to convert bitmaps to vectors; and ConceptShare, for web-based collaboration. David Rivers addresses experienced CorelDRAW users as he offers insight into new features and enhancements, and he also helps newcomers get up to speed with the basics of vector drawing. David demonstrates how to use objects, layers, and pages to organize documents effectively, and discusses working with color, specific tools, and special effects. He also covers the collaboration and delivery processes. Exercise files accompany the course.

Description
• CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 is a bundle of applications for illustration, page layout, photo editing, and Web graphics.
• Provides exceptional value for design professionals, business users, teachers, students, and home users.
• Includes CorelDRAW, PHOTO-PAINT, PowerTRACE, CAPTURE, Font Navigator, bar code wizard, and more.
• Includes more than 10,000 pieces of clip art and digital images, 1000 hi-res photos, 1000 fonts, and 80 templates.
• Supports more than 100 file types, EXIF data from digital cameras, RAW camera files, and pressure-sensitive drawing tablets.
• New: Integrates with Windows Vista Instant Search and Windows Desktop Search with indexed content and Explorer thumbnails.
• New: WhattheFont integration for font identification. ConceptShare for online collaboration.
• New: Interactive table layout, independent page layers, live text formatting, mirror paragraph text, quotation mark editing.
• New in PAINT: Real-time histogram, RAW support, straighten tool, more precise curves adjustment.
• Improved: Print merge, PowerTRACE with new centerline trace method, PDF Import, modernized interface, new format support.

Table of contents
IntroductionWelcome 2:46 3 MB

1. Getting StartedThe Welcome screen 7:30 8.3 MB
New and enhanced features in CorelDRAW X4 8:42 9.7 MB
Opening files and touring the new user interface 14:48 17.8 MB
Vector vs. bitmap images 7:20 9.7 MB
Creating new files 7:42 9.9 MB
Saving your work 6:57 8.6 MB

2. Working with PagesCreating multi-page projects 5:02 6.1 MB
Modifying page layout 4:18 5.5 MB
Using guidelines and snap-to options 6:42 8 MB

3. Creating ObjectsDrawing basic shapes 8:17 9.9 MB
Drawing more advanced shapes 10:17 12.8 MB
Using the Perfect Shapes collection 10:56 14.2 MB
Drawing lines and curves 11:07 12.8 MB
Node editing with the Shape tool 15:21 18.8 MB
Working with tables 13:23 17.2 MB

4. Working with ObjectsSelecting and deleting objects 9:46 12.7 MB
Moving and sizing objects 9:46 13 MB
Rotating and skewing objects 6:51 9.2 MB
Arranging objects 9:31 12.5 MB
Grouping and ungrouping multiple objects 7:25 10.1 MB
Converting objects 8:25 11.6 MB
Locking objects 3:53 5.7 MB
Cutting and copying objects 6:11 8 MB
Duplicating and cloning objects 6:19 8.9 MB
Using the Step and Repeat docker 4:27 6 MB
Using Undo, Redo, and Repeat 7:17 9.9 MB
Creating and using symbols 8:13 12.1 MB

5. Working with TextCreating artistic text 5:15 7.2 MB
Fitting text to a path 8:54 12.7 MB
Formatting characters and live text 9:59 12.8 MB
Creating paragraph text 5:14 7.4 MB
Formatting paragraph text 12:22 17.9 MB
Linking paragraph text frames 10:22 15.4 MB
Working with columns 6:54 11.8 MB
Working with bullets 7:52 11.8 MB
Integration with WhatTheFont 5:51 9.4 MB
Checking spelling and using QuickCorrect 13:02 17.9 MB

6. Working with Color Outlines and FillsUsing color palettes 10:31 15.2 MB
Filling objects with color 11:29 15.6 MB
Coloring object outlines 4:21 5.7 MB
Using the Eyedropper and Paint Bucket tools 7:31 10.1 MB
Using the SmartFill tool 7:51 10.2 MB

7. Working with LayersCreating layers 12:55 16.1 MB
Layer properties 9:39 12.1 MB
Using a Master layer 5:04 6.4 MB

8. Viewing Your WorkExploring view modes 6:09 7.7 MB
Exploring preview modes 6:36 8.4 MB
Using the View Manager 8:15 11.1 MB
Finding and replacing text and objects 10:59 14.9 MB

9. Working with Bitmap ImagesApplying bitmap effects 16:18 22.7 MB
The Image Adjustment Lab 8:36 12.5 MB
Cropping bitmap images 5:20 7.7 MB
Straightening images 4:58 9.4 MB
Converting vector objects to bitmap 6:32 9.1 MB

10. Shaping ObjectsUsing the shaping tools 7:43 9.1 MB
PowerClipping objects inside one another 5:05 6.7 MB
Adding envelopes 9:40 11.9 MB
Working with corners 4:53 5.8 MB

11. Using Interactive ToolsFilling objects with the Fill tool 5:13 5.8 MB
Blending objects with the Blend tool 7:35 9.1 MB
Adding contour with the Contour tool 5:20 6.2 MB
Creating distortion with the Distortion tool 5:40 7.8 MB
Adding shadows with the Drop Shadow tool 5:31 7 MB
Extruding objects with the Extrude tool 7:46 9.8 MB
Applying transparency with the Transparency tool 5:51 7.1 MB
Mirroring artistic and paragraph text 5:14 7.2 MB

12. More Object EffectsAdding and changing perspective 7:04 10.1 MB
Using the Lens effect 11:03 13.8 MB
Adding bevels 6:43 8.1 MB

13. Importing, Exporting, and PublishingImporting other file types 6:07 7 MB
Exporting to other file types 11:27 14.5 MB
Publishing files to PDF 7:45 9.3 MB

14. Customizing the User InterfaceCustomizing your workspace 9:01 10.1 MB
Customizing your menus and toolbars 7:17 8.8 MB
Customizing your color palettes 6:49 8 MB

15. Printing Your WorkUsing Print Preview 10:52 13.2 MB
Printing your work 9:45 13.2 MB

16. Other Applications in the SuiteCapturing with Corel Capture 11:27 9 MB
Tracing bitmaps with PowerTrace 8:11 7.2 MB
Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 1: Editing Photos 5:39 5.3 MB
Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 2: The Cutout Lab 6:27 6.5 MB
Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 3: Applying Effects 12:09 13.2 MB
Using the Extras Collection and raw images 9:03 9.2 MB
ConceptShare: Overview 5:07 3.3 MB
ConceptShare: Publishing your Work 10:35 7.8 MB
ConceptShare: Collaboration Tools 10:10 7.6 MB

ConclusionGoodbye 0:22 0.4 MB

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