User's Manual

Compatibility and Integration
Corel is committed to delivering a family of graphics applications that are focused on compatibilit y and
seamless integration. Most graphic design environments are multi-platform, multi-user, and incorpor ate
multiple graphics applications in a typical workflow. Given this complex setup, it is essential to incorporate a
high standard of file format support. Extensive support for popular file formats, such as Adobe®
Photoshop®, Adobe Illustrator®, MetaCreations® Painter®, Encapsulated PostScript (EPS), and PDF
means users can move files freely between different software applications. Support for the Adobe Ph otoshop
.PSD file format includes preservation of the layers, so that they can be manipulated when opened i n
CorelDRAW 9 or Corel PHOTO-PAINT™ 9. The full list of filters included in CorelDRAW 9 totals 71
import filters and 41 export filters.
Tight integration between applications is crucial to maximize any learning from one program to anot her.
There are common interface controls and options for similar features in both CorelDRAW 9 and Corel
PHOTO-PAINT 9. The Windows® and Power Macintosh® versions of CorelDRAW share a virtually
identical user interface and a common code base, which means users can exchange files seamlessly in
multiplatform environments. The Power Macintosh version of CorelDRAW 9 is planned for release in th e
summer of 1999.
Value
Corel is a unique provider of industry-leading graphics technology dedicated to the professional an d graphics
enthusiast. The concept of the graphics suite was pioneered by Corel in 1992 with the release of Co relDRAW
3. Since then, Corel has focused on delivering unique creative tools, extensive file format support ,
high-quality PostScript output, and value to the customer. CorelDRAW 7 marked the entrance into the
professional design community with its powerful productivity-enhancing functionality. With the laun ch of
CorelDRAW 9, users can choose between three different product offerings to suit their unique graphi cs
needs: CorelDRAW 9, Corel PHOTO-PAINT 9, or the CorelDRAW 9 Graphics Suite. CorelDRAW 9 also
includes professional digital content such as clipart, fonts, and photos.
The CorelDRAW user can create a wide range of digital art illustration, including logos, brochures and flyers,
signs, technical illustrations, abstract art, and textile designs. An incredible showcase of this a rtwork can be
seen in the annual Corel $1 Million World Design Contest, where thousands of entries are submitted from
around the world. They are viewed and judged by a distinguished panel, who decides on the Best of S how
design. For examples of submissions and information about the contest, users can visit the Corel We b site at
www.corel.com/contests .
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