Author: David Rivers | Duration (hr:min): 11:46 | Language: English | 1DVD | Released on: 6/6/2008 | Exercise files: Yes | Size ( Compressed ): 1.30GB | Size ( After Extraction ): 1.55GBDescription
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.
Topics include:
* Understanding vector and bitmap images
* Working with multi-page projects
* Using independent per-page layers and guides
* Drawing and editing shapes, lines, curves, and tables
* Creating and using symbols
* Working with text and WhatTheFont
* Converting vector objects to bitmap
* Shaping, filling, blending, and extruding objects
* Importing and exporting other file types
* Customizing the workspace, menus, toolbars, and palettes
Table Of Contents
Introduction
Welcome
1. Getting Started
The Welcome screen
New and enhanced features in CorelDRAW X4
Opening files and touring the new user interface
Vector vs. bitmap images
Creating new files
Saving your work
2. Working with Pages
Creating multi-page projects
Modifying page layout
Using guidelines and snap-to options
3. Creating Objects
Drawing basic shapes
Drawing more advanced shapes
Using the Perfect Shapes collection
Drawing lines and curves
Node editing with the Shape tool
Working with tables
4. Working with Objects
Selecting and deleting objects
Moving and sizing objects
Rotating and skewing objects
Arranging objects
Grouping and ungrouping multiple objects
Converting objects
Locking objects
Cutting and copying objects
Duplicating and cloning objects
Using the Step and Repeat docker
Using Undo, Redo, and Repeat
Creating and using symbols
5. Working with Text
Creating artistic text
Fitting text to a path
Formatting characters and live text
Creating paragraph text
Formatting paragraph text
Linking paragraph text frames
Working with columns
Working with bullets
Integration with WhatTheFont
Checking spelling and using QuickCorrect
6. Working with Color Outlines and Fills
Using color palettes
Filling objects with color
Coloring object outlines
Using the Eyedropper and Paint Bucket tools
Using the SmartFill tool
7. Working with Layers
Creating layers
Layer properties
Using a Master layer
8. Viewing Your Work
Exploring view modes
Exploring preview modes
Using the View Manager
Finding and replacing text and objects
9. Working with Bitmap Images
Applying bitmap effects
The Image Adjustment Lab
Cropping bitmap images
Straightening images
Converting vector objects to bitmap
10. Shaping Objects
Using the shaping tools
PowerClipping objects inside one another
Adding envelopes
Working with corners
11. Using Interactive Tools
Filling objects with the Fill tool
Blending objects with the Blend tool
Adding contour with the Contour tool
Creating distortion with the Distortion tool
Adding shadows with the Drop Shadow tool
Extruding objects with the Extrude tool
Applying transparency with the Transparency tool
Mirroring artistic and paragraph text
12. More Object Effects
Adding and changing perspective
Using the Lens effect
Adding bevels
13. Importing, Exporting, and Publishing
Importing other file types
Exporting to other file types
Publishing files to PDF
14. Customizing the User Interface
Customizing your workspace
Customizing your menus and toolbars
Customizing your color palettes
15. Printing Your Work
Using Print Preview
Printing your work
16. Other Applications in the Suite
Capturing with Corel Capture
Tracing bitmaps with PowerTrace
Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 1: Editing Photos
Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 2: The Cutout Lab
Corel PHOTO-PAINT pt. 3: Applying Effects
Using the Extras Collection and raw images
ConceptShare: Overview
ConceptShare: Publishing your Work
ConceptShare: Collaboration Tools
Conclusion
Goodbye
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