CorelDRAW 101 –
Essential tools and techniques in CorelDRAW

Start on the right foot by mastering the fundamentals of document setup. In this CorelDRAW Academy lesson, learn how to use the essential tools and techniques in CorelDRAW to set your projects up for success.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this course

In this course, you'll learn all you need to know about creating and customizing a new document in CorelDRAW. Get practical tips for beginners and advanced techniques for improving their skills.

We'll walk you through how to customize your page settings and navigate the Create a New Document dialog.
We'll leave you with a series of essential shortcuts and techniques for efficiently preparing your document for success.

01 Set up a new document

In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how to create a new document in CorelDRAW. We'll show you how to choose the correct settings, add content, and customize elements.

Learn how to import assets and adjust object properties in your new document.

02 Master vector drawing

Learn how to master vector drawing in CorelDRAW. The tutorial will walk you through everything from creating lines to curves.

Follow step-by-step instructions for drawing basic shapes and creating complex artwork. From there, add vibrant colors, remove outlines, and customize line properties.

Leverage the dynamic guides and alignment shortcuts to get the most out of your vector drawing process.

03 Drawing shape objects

Learn how to create shapes and effects in CorelDRAW. Harness the power of CorelDRAW's Shape creation tools.

Follow step-by-step guidance for captivating visual scenes. Then, add dynamic elements like stars, trees, and more.

Access practical tips to improve your workflow while creating your best work.

04 Working with text

Learn about the various text techniques in CorelDRAW. Master everything from artistic to paragraph text and learn how to use both effectively.

Discover techniques for aligning, resizing, and positioning text elements. Follow the step-by-step guidance to add, format, and manipulate text properties.

Leverage your new expertise to create captivating headlines and paragraph text.

05 Fit text to a path

Learn how to fit text to a path and enhance your design projects in CorelDRAW. Get guidance from creating text paths to changing text properties for better visual impact.

Find out which tools and controls to apply the text to paths, adjust the text position, and insert images and shapes into your document.

Advanced users should learn to utilize additional properties and column features for paragraph text.

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You’ll acquire some new knowledge after watching the CorelDRAW Academy lessons. Put your skills to the test with these helpful exercise files that let you apply what you’ve learned.

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Lesson 1.
The basics

Get it right from the start. Master the basics of CorelDRAW through our CorelDRAW Academy.

Learn about the different applications, how to download and install content, and the best ways to leverage the built-in learning tools.

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Lesson 3.
Advanced design in CorelDRAW

In this lesson, you'll learn about the standard toolset.

We'll explain how to turn images into raster files within modifiable vectors and how to enable the creation of mirrored graphics in a single stroke.

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Lesson 4.
Perfect output

This lesson will show you how to optimize your output in multiple formats and sizes with just one click.

Whether it’s mastering the print preview and leveraging the powerful imposition toolbox for printing, or exploring various digital export formats such as PDF, PNG, WebP, and EPS, we've got you covered.

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