Coreldraw 12 Unleashed

CD-ROM includes: Files for projects; graphics and photos; CorelDraw images; sample CorelPhotopaint filters; listing of Corel-related third party resources; evaluation versons of commercial software; shareware and freeware utilities.

Explains everything from the basics to advanced techniques needed for outputing, transporting, and working with other graphic tools. The two CDs included with this product will contain over a gigabyte of commercial software demos, clip-art samples, stock photos, fonts, shareware and freeware utility programs, music and sound clips, and movie and animation sequences. Four-color inserts.

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.

Designed for the intermediate to advanced user who is trying to use CorelDRAW to its fullest potential, this book can help them expand their knowledge and become more productive. A 16-page color insert shows a gallery of Corel-generated artwork in full color with explanations on how it was created. The disk and CD include shareware and freeware utilities, fonts, and clip art.

The only book on using SVG in advanced applications, this title covers both client- and server-side SVG programming. Targeted to the experienced Web programmer, "SVG Unleashed" equips the reader with the practical knowledge to create and manipulate Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) programmatically, both on the client and the server side.