Written by an award-winning CorelDRAW illustrator, this guide explains how to create compelling graphics and vector animations for print and the Web using CorelDRAW. It includes hundreds of expert tips and techniques that show how to take advantage of various features this application has to offer.

The only Corel-authorized reference to the powerful graphics tool used by millionsWritten by an award-winning CorelDRAW illustrator, this guide explains how to create compelling graphics and vector animations for print and the Web using the latest version of CorelDRAW. You will find hundreds of expert tips and techniques that show how to take full advantage of all the unique features this powerful application has to offer.CorelDRAW: The Official Guide uses screenshots, drawings, and step-by-step explanations to show you how to draw shapes, work with text, add color and effects, create animations, and much more. All of the new and improved capabilities of the software are covered in full detail. The book includes a full-color section showcasing the extraordinary results of various effects, an eight-page tear-out of useful shortcuts, and trial software on CD-ROM. This is a must-have resource for anyone wanting to create stunning artwork with CorelDRAW.

• Part I: CorelDRAW X4 Quick Start Guide Chapter 1. What's New in CorelDRAW X4? Chapter 2. Exploring Your Workspace Chapter 3. Examining the Palettes, Cruising the Menus Chapter 4. The X4 Test Drive Part II: Getting Started with CorelDRAW X4 Chapter 5. Working with Single- and Multi-Page Documents Chapter 6. Measuring and Drawing Helpers Chapter 7. Views, Zooming, Navigating Your Work Chapter 8. Moving, Scaling, Rotating: Basic Transformations Part III: Working with Object Tools Chapter 9. Creating Basic Shapes Chapter 10. Using the Pen Tools Chapter 11. Editing Objects Chapter 12. Arranging and Organizing Objects Part IV: Working with Text Chapter 13. Typography Rules and Conventions Chapter 14. Working with Text Chapter 15. Creating Your Own Font Chapter 16. Getting Your Words Perfect Part V: Attributes for Objects and Lines Chapter 17. Filling Objects Chapter 18. Outline Attributes Chapter 19. Digital Color Theory Put to Practice Part VI: Creating Special Effects Chapter 20. Envelope and Distortion Effects Chapter 21. Blends and Contours Chapter 22. Lens Effects and Transparency Chapter 23. Embellishments: Bevels, PowerClips, and Shadows Part VII: Creating the Illusion of 3D Objects Chapter 24. Working with Perspective Chapter 25. Extruding Objects Part VIII: Thinking Outside the (Tool)Box Chapter 26. Bitmap Boot Camp: Working with Photographs Chapter 27. Image-ination: Advanced Photography Techniques Chapter 28. Printing: Professional Output Chapter 29. Basic HTML Page Layout and Publishing Chapter 30. Automating Tasks and Visual Basic for Applications Appendix: Shortcut Keys Index