This tutorial introduces
you to the differences between bitmap and vector graphics.
You'll also learn how to move artwork from the CorelDRAW vector
format into the Corel PHOTO-PAINT bitmap format, and vice versa.
It is important to understand the difference between vector and
bitmap graphics if you want to move files between CorelDRAW and
Corel PHOTO-PAINT. Files saved to the CorelDRAW (.CDR) file format
are vectors, whereas files saved to the Corel PHOTO-PAINT (.CPT)
format are bitmaps.
The programs in the CorelDRAW 8 graphics suite offer a number
of features that allow you to move graphics between software applications.
Click here to see an example of a vector
graphic.
Click the following to learn about some important bitmap-editing
concepts:
Click here to see an example of a bitmap
graphic.
The Import Into Bitmap dialog box opens whenever you open a non-bitmap
file in Corel PHOTO-PAINT. It allows you to set bitmap conversion
values for the file.
Open the file DRTUT3_SAMPLE6.CDR in CorelDRAW and in Corel PHOTO-PAINT
at the same time so that you can compare the two versions.
Notice that the edges appear jagged. These jagged edges are created
by the individual square-shaped pixels.
Now when the image opens, the edges are smoother
However, you can convert Corel PHOTO-PAINT images to vector images
using Corel OCR-TRACE.
The file is now ready to be opened in CorelDRAW.
Note
Tip
Click the Zoom tool,
and click on the edge of the circle.
Click the Application
Launcher button on the Standard toolbar, and choose Corel OCR-TRACE
from the list of programs.