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Unit 6: Introduction to CorelDraw

Objectives Notes

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
z Explain the basics of CorelDraw

z Discuss the toolbar of CorelDraw
z Understand menus in CorelDraw

Introduction

Corel Draw is a PC-based graphic suit and not just a vector graphics program. You can use Corel
Draw to create anything from simple graphics and headlines to sophisticated artwork and
technical drawings. It can be used to tackle a wide variety of projects - from Illustration and logo
creation to Web graphics or multi page marketing brochures, or eye-catching signs. You can
also Draw shapes, work with text, add color and effects. Corel Draw is a very flexible vector and
graphic package and is a part of CorelDraw Graphics Suite 12.
6.1 Basics of CorelDraw

The end product of CorelDraw is referred to as a drawing. A drawing may consist of a line, text,
curve, symbol or image which are called object. Each object in a drawing stores its own properties
to describe them like shape, size, position, and color. These attributes can be modified to create
the required drawing.

6.1.1 To Open a Drawing

You need to install CorelDraw on your system and then follow the steps given below:

1. When CorelDraw is loaded, a new section is created on the Start Menu. To open DRAW,
click the Start button from the Taskbar. This opens the Windows Start menu.
2. Select Programs from the list

3. This opens up the program with the CorelDraw welcome screen. If you have used the
program before, you may have turned off this screen.

Figure 6.1: CorelDraw Welcome Screen

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