- Vector FX simplifies vector graphics with AI-powered text-based prompts
- The subscription model offers exclusive tools, templates and cloud storage
- CorelDRAW Technical Suite adds S1000D palette and CAD integration
Alludo has launched new updates to its popular CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2024 and CorelDRAW Technical Suite.
The updates include a number of improvements such as Vector FX, Painterly Brush tool and new Pantone color palettes, all aimed at improving flexibility, efficiency and creativity.
Of particular interest is Vector FX – a stand-alone generative AI application that simplifies the creation of vector graphics, allowing users to enter text prompts to generate unique, scalable graphics that can then be edited and refined in CorelDRAW.
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In addition to AI tools, the update also upgrades the Painterly Brush tool with the addition of new pixel-based brushes, exclusively available to subscribers. The brushes support customizable settings, allowing users to change parameters such as texture, density, smoothing and glow.
Painterly Brush now has a dedicated tab in the Properties docker/inspector that offers a streamlined interface for accessing and adjusting brush properties.
Another addition to 2024 CorelDraw Graphic Suite is the integration of Pantone’s latest color palettes, which are now available at no additional cost. It brings 175 new shades from the Pantone Dualities palette.
The new update also adds Brush Favorites, which allows users to save their most used brushes for quick access, as well as Focus Mode, which offers a distraction-free workspace. With the new Print Merge feature, CorelDraw now supports QR codes, images and Excel spreadsheet data, making it easier to create personalized print materials such as marketing brochures, invitations or labels.
“The new updates to our Painterly Brush tool reflect our dedication to innovation and incorporating user feedback,” said Prakash Channagiri, Senior Director of Product Management for CorelDRAW.
“With the latest color palettes from Pantone, users can discover 175 new colors that offer exceptional color matching, ensuring accurate, vibrant designs. These advances open up new opportunities for designers to work more efficiently and push the boundaries of their creativity.”
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2024 is available in two purchase options: a subscription model and a one-time purchase. Both options provide access to CorelDRAW’s core applications, including Corel PHOTO-PAINT, Corel Font Manager, CAPTURE and AfterShot HDR. However, it is important to note the key differences between the two versions before making a choice.
The subscription model gets instant access to new updates and improvements as they become available, including exclusive tools like Vector FX and the 50 new Painterly Brushes. This version also supports a cloud-based template library that provides access to over 500 templates, more than double what is available in the one-time purchase version. Furthermore, the enhanced asset management system in the subscription version is cloud-based, allowing users to access and organize their design assets anywhere.
On the other hand, the one-time purchase version, while lacking some of the advanced features of the subscription model, offers a more traditional approach to software ownership.
Users who choose this model can use the software indefinitely with no recurring fees – however, they will not have access to the ongoing updates and new features available to subscribers. The one-time purchase version includes over 200 templates and more than 100 brushes, which falls short of the extended content of the subscription model.
In addition, the subscription version includes improved support for AutoCAD DWG/DXF files and also has an improved hints docker/inspector, which provides more personalized learning resources to help users get the most out of the software. These features are available in the one-time version, but they are not enhanced.
In addition to the updates to CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, CorelDRAW Technical Suite has also received a new upgrade. Aimed at professionals involved in technical illustration and documentation, this suite offers specialized tools for creating accurate technical drawings.
The price of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2024 varies depending on the purchase option. The subscription model is priced at $269 per year, or €369 and £319 for European and UK customers, including VAT. Alternatively, users can choose a one-time purchase for $549, €779 or £659.
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2024 is available on Windows and macOS, as well as via web access for subscribers and maintenance customers. The software is offered in multiple languages, including English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Czech, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Swedish and Japanese.
