I used Corel Draw X3 Graphics Suite to produce maps for a guidebook about 5 years ago. I am starting another project this year and will do many more maps. I mostly used only CorelDraw out of the suite.
I am considering whether to upgrade to X5 or just stick with X3. I am using Windows XP. It is probably a difficult question to answer, but in general would you advise upgrading to X5 or sticking with X3?
PaulF
Hello Again Paul; After looking at some of the replies, and seeing John's post got me thinking. Take a look at John's web site ( gdgmacros.com ) and Jeff's ( macromonster.com ) I have bought macro's from both places and they have helped me a lot in getting things done faster and easer, The way I did the the things took a lot longer to do before, is like getting a new graphics program made just for me to do the things I need done.
My Thoughts George
Silvio Win said:X5 & Win 7 -> They love each other.
Win 7 64Bit Unbeatable
Chris Wills said: X5 & Win 7 -> They love each other. Win 7 64Bit Unbeatable [/quote] My best advice: Don't use CorelDRAW X5 (or previous) under Windows 7 64 bits, the best performance is under Windows 7 32 bits.
X5 & Win 7 -> They love each other.
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My best advice: Don't use CorelDRAW X5 (or previous) under Windows 7 64 bits, the best performance is under Windows 7 32 bits.
Hi PaulF, X5 on Win 7 64 bit appears to be the best way to go and if you are not sure download a trial version of X5 and try it
I love x5.
Joe
RunFlaCruiser said: --The idea of upgrading has become an obsession and your afraid that if you don't upgrade soon you'll lose your mind.
--The idea of upgrading has become an obsession and your afraid that if you don't upgrade soon you'll lose your mind.
I agree about that not always is neccessary to upgrade. Most people can live and work with an older version, such as X3 or v. 9.0, specially if you do your own jobs, you don't need more, and you can continue with the same programs. On a newest computer, will be faster. But... not always is too simple. If you receive artwork made with Illustrator CS4 or CS5, surely you will need X5. If you need to open files made with X5 or X4, you will need X5. If you like to use the Mesh fill, you will love X5. There're severall reason for why you will need to use X5 instead X3, and later or not, you will need to change. For me, it was almost impossible to use X3 again...