Coreldraw 12: The Official Guide [Paperback]

Steve Bain (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072231912 | ISBN-13: 978-0072231915 | Publication Date: January 28, 2004 | Edition: 1

Bring life to your drawing with this one-of-a-kind guide illustrating in detail each how to get the most from CorelDRAW. Follow examples and expert instruction from the author to learn writing tools, pens, vector and bitmap extrusions, drop shadows, 3D models, filters, blending, and much more.

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From the Back Cover

The Only Authorized Reference on CorelDRAW 12

Create compelling graphics and vector animations for print and the Web using CorelDRAW 12. Inside this Corel-approved guide, expert author Steve Bain teaches you how to take full advantage of all the unique features this powerful application has to offer. You’ll learn to draw shapes, work with text, add color and effects, create animations, and much more. Featuring hundreds of tips, techniques, and shortcuts, plus a full-color section showcasing the extraordinary results of various effects, this is a must-have resource for anyone wanting to create stunning artwork with CorelDRAW 12.

• Learn to use all the new and re-engineered features in CorelDRAW 12
• Master the latest drawing tools like the Smart Drawing Tool and the Virtual Segment Delete Tool
• Use object tools to create shapes, draw lines and paths, and arrange objects
• Take advantage of the new Dynamic Guides and Object Snap Modes
• Produce dazzling vector effects--distortions, contours, blends, transparency, drop shadows, and more
• Create 3D effects by adding perspective and extruding vector objects
• Discover all the bitmap filter commands and master print engine functions
• Create flawless Web and print graphics, HTML pages, rollovers, and Corel R.A.V.E. animations
• Boost your efficiency with styles, workspace customization, and VBA scripting
• Learn all the program shortcuts using an 8-page special guide

Includes 8-page color insert and tutorial images online

Steve Bain is an award-winning illustrator and well-known author and teacher. He has produced hundreds of expert design and illustration workshops, is a regular contributor to educational publications and Web sites, and has evaluated application features for Corel.

Nick Wilkinson is an award-winning technical illustrator and is well known for the many powerful scripts that he has contributed to the CorelDRAW community.

About the Author

Steve Bain (Canada) is an award-winning CorelDRAW illustrator and author of hundreds of expert design and drawing workshops. He’s a regular contributor to design.com, has served on Corel’s CorelDRAW feature review board, and was a finalist in the Corel World Design contest.

Product Details

• Paperback: 696 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 1 edition (January 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072231912
• ISBN-13: 978-0072231915
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #768,398 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Essential book of CorelDRAW, May 13, 2004

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David A. Huss (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Coreldraw 12: The Official Guide (Paperback)

Let's cut to the bottom line - if you own CorelDRAW 12 you must buy this book. Why? Steve Bain has taken a very large application and distilled its tools and features into a well oganized book. Unlike so many books which describe an application's tools (sounding very much like a rehash of the help files) without ever telling you what you can do with the tools, Steve has created a wealth of practical real world examples of what can be done with using CorelDRAW.
Most large books end up on my bookshelf only being pulled down when everything else fails. Because this is such a useful book, I have to refer to it on a daily basis. Point in fact, it isn't on my bookshelf, I use it so often that is it is next to my computer. Like I said at the beginning, if you own CorelDRAW 12 buying this book will be the best investment you will ever make.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Instant Classic, May 15, 2004

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George Dickens "Graphics Guy" (San Francisco) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Coreldraw 12: The Official Guide (Paperback)

When I upgraded from CorelDRAW 10 to 12, I was determined to only use the documentation that came with the product. While all of the information is in the user guide I eventually got tired of jumping from one end of the book to the other trying to figure out how to do things. I finally broke down and bought the Official Guide. After using the book for one day I can say my only mistake was not buying the book to begin with. It is an excellent book and I was really impressed with how well it is organized into tasks and projects. The only recommendation I have for the improvement of the book is to add a CD to the next edition.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not for newbies, November 15, 2004

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P. Olmstead - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Coreldraw 12: The Official Guide (Paperback)

I am brand new to Coreldraw 12 and purchased this book with the idea that it would help me quickly learn the basics. Each time I needed help and went to this book, I was disappointed by the fact that it either didn't explain how to perform the functions I was trying to execute, or I couldn't find it altogether. I ended up finding answers to all my questions on the good old web or the tutorial that came with the program