Working on a multi-page document in CorelDRAW that includes a large number of high-resolution images can be a daunting task. When too many large images are used in a document, there are many complexities involved. It may take a longer time to navigate between pages, cause slow file opening, and other potential issues.
This can be avoided by using externally linked images, instead of directly importing the images into the document. Since the image data does not exist within the file, it reduces the file size considerably, which in turn helps faster opening/saving. When you import an externally linked image in CorelDRAW, the display resolution may not be as good as the original (because it is only referencing the image that resides somewhere on your hard drive). Rest assured, when you print or export the document, the image data is pulled from the original image file and will maintain its original quality.

To use externally linked images in CorelDRAW, follow the steps below:
1.       Open an existing document or start a new document
2.       Click Ctrl+I (or File > Import…) to open File Import dialog
3.       Navigate to folder and select the file to be imported
4.       Next to the Import button, you’ll see a small down arrow to reveal the available options
5.       From the options select ‘Import as externally linked image’ and then place the image in your file

Tip provided by Pratik Shah, CorelDRAW Master, graphic designer.