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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.

Course CorelDRAW X4 Essential Training Author David Rivers SKU ISBN Release Date 2008-06-06 Duration 11.46 hrs / 88 tutorials Work files Yes Price $ 49.95 Retail price $ 99.95 Language Tags Corel Required software CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4

1. Getting Started The Welcome screen 07:30 New and enhanced features in CorelDRAW X4 08:42 Opening files and touring the new user interface 14:48 Vector vs. bitmap images 07:20 Creating new files 07:42 Saving your work 06:57 2. Working with Pages Creating multi-page projects 05:02 Modifying page layout 04:18 Using guidelines and snap-to options 06:42 3. Creating Objects Drawing basic shapes 08:17 Drawing more advanced shapes 10:17 Using the Perfect Shapes collection 10:56 Drawing lines and curves 11:07 Node editing with the Shape tool 15:21 Working with tables 13:23 4. Working with Objects Selecting and deleting objects 09:46 Moving and sizing objects 09:46 Rotating and skewing objects 06:51 Arranging objects 09:31 Grouping and ungrouping multiple objects 07:25 Converting objects 08:25 Locking objects 03:53 Cutting and copying objects 06:11 Duplicating and cloning objects 06:19 Using the Step and Repeat docker 04:27 Using Undo, Redo, and Repeat 07:17 Creating and using symbols 08:13 5. Working with Text Creating artistic text 05:15 Fitting text to a path 08:54 Formatting characters and live text 09:59 Creating paragraph text 05:14 Formatting paragraph text 12:22 Linking paragraph text frames 10:22 Working with columns 06:54 Working with bullets 07:52 Integration with WhatTheFont 05:51 Checking spelling and using QuickCorrect 13:02 6. Working with Color Outlines and Fills Using color palettes 10:31 Filling objects with color 11:29 Coloring object outlines 04:21 Using the Eyedropper and Paint Bucket tools 07:31 Using the SmartFill tool 07:51 7. Working with Layers Creating layers 12:55 Layer properties 09:39 Using a Master layer 05:04 8. Viewing Your Work Exploring view modes 06:09

Exploring preview modes 06:36 Using the View Manager 08:15 Finding and replacing text and objects 10:59 9. Working with Bitmap Images Applying bitmap effects 16:18 The Image Adjustment Lab 08:36 Cropping bitmap images 05:20 Straightening images 04:58 Converting vector objects to bitmap 06:32 10. Shaping Objects Using the shaping tools 07:43 PowerClipping objects inside one another 05:05 Adding envelopes 09:40 Working with corners 04:53 11. Using Interactive Tools Filling objects with the Fill tool 05:13 Blending objects with the Blend tool 07:35 Adding contour with the Contour tool 05:20 Creating distortion with the Distortion tool 05:40 Adding shadows with the Drop Shadow tool 05:31 Extruding objects with the Extrude tool 07:46 Applying transparency with the Transparency tool 05:51 Mirroring artistic and paragraph text 05:14 12. More Object Effects Adding and changing perspective 07:04 Using the Lens effect 11:03 Adding bevels 06:43 13. Importing, Exporting, and Publishing Importing other file types 06:07 Exporting to other file types 11:27 Publishing files to PDF 07:45 14. Customizing the User Interface Customizing your workspace 09:01 Customizing your menus and toolbars 07:17 Customizing your color palettes 06:49 15. Printing Your Work Using Print Preview 10:52 Printing your work 09:45 16. Other Applications in the Suite Capturing with Corel Capture 11:27 Tracing bitmaps with PowerTrace 08:11 Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 1: Editing Photos 05:39 Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 2: The Cutout Lab 06:27 Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 3: Applying Effects 12:09 Using the Extras Collection and raw images 09:03 ConceptShare: Overview 05:07 ConceptShare: Publishing your Work 10:35 ConceptShare: Collaboration Tools 10:10 Conclusion Goodbye 00:22