CorelDRAW® X4: The Official Guide
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PART I: CorelDRAW X Quick Start Guide
Ch. 1: Installing and Getting Help
Ch. 2: What’s New in DRAW X?
Ch.3: Using DRAW X’s Interface
Ch.4: Working with DRAW X Files
PART II: Getting Started with CorelDRAW X
Ch.5: Setting Page and Document Options
Ch.6: Setting Rulers, Grids, and Guidelines
Ch.7: Viewing Documents
Ch.8: Selecting and Manipulating Objects
PART III: Working with Object Tools
Ch.9: Drawing Basic Shapes
Ch.10: Drawing with Line Tools
Ch.11: Slicing, Dicing, and Shaping Objects
Ch.12: Working with Layers and Object Styles
Ch.13: Organizing Drawing Elements
PART IV: Working with Text
Ch.14: Using Artistic and Paragraph Text
Ch.15: Linking Text to Paths and Objects
Ch.16: Using Writing Tools
PART V: Applying Colors Fills and Outlines
Ch.17: Applying Outline Pen Options
Ch.18: Working with Color Fills
Ch.19: Using Draw’s Color Resources
PART VI: Organizing Objects and Applying Effects
Ch.20: Applying Envelopes and Distortion
Ch.21: Blending and Contouring
Ch.22: Demystifying Lenses and Transparency
Ch.23: Applying Drop Shadows
Ch.24: Working with Powerclipped Objects
PART VII: Working in 3D
Ch.25: Applying Perspective
Ch.26: Creating Vector Extrusions
Ch.27: Creating Bitmap Extrusions
Ch.28: Working with 3D Models
PART VIII: Working with Digital Images
Ch.29: Using Digital Image Commands
Ch.30: Applying Bitmap Effects
Ch.31: Demystifying Bitmap Transparency
PART IX: Beyond the basics
Ch.32: Printing Your Document Pages
Ch.33: Input and Output Filters
Ch.34: Draw X and the Web
Ch.35: Customizing Draw X
Ch.36: Exploring Scripts and VBA
PART X: Appendices
Appendix A: Glossary of terms
Appendix B: Draw X Keyboard shortcuts
Appendix C. About the CD
The Only Corel-Authorized Guide to CorelDRAW X4
Create fine art and commercial graphics with one powerful tool! CorelDRAW X4: The Official Guide shows you how to get a visual message across with impact and style; edit photos; build captivating layouts; and compose scenes in a clean, attention-getting style. Learn how to illustrate like the pros, justify and flow text around shapes, and truly understand digital color. You'll also discover how to create 3D objects, apply special effects, and integrate different media to build outstanding graphics. Packed with expert tips and techniques for creating professional-level art, this is your one-stop CorelDRAW X4 resource.
- Create drawings that mimic traditional oils and acrylics using Artistic Media, Smudge, and Roughen brushes
- Lay out complete page designs with layers, multi-page options, and preset page and label templates
- Import and format text, flow text around illustrations, and add drop caps
- Use CorelDRAW as a desktop publishing program
- Import and edit digital photos, including camera RAW files, and incorporate them into your designs
- Add special effects to your illustrations including dynamic lens effects and transparency
- Create 3D objects with the Extrude tool
Includes an all-new 8-page full-color section