- 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 released new updates to its popular CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2024 and CorelDRAW Technical Suite.
The updates include a variety of enhancements such as Vector FX, the Painterly Brush tool, and new Pantone color palettes, all aimed at improving flexibility, efficiency, and creativity.
Of particular interest is Vector FX: a standalone generative AI application that simplifies the creation of vector graphics, allowing users to enter text messages to generate unique, scalable graphics, which can then be edited and refined in CorelDRAW.
New features in CorelDRAW
Beyond the AI tools, the update also updates the Painterly Brush tool with the addition of new pixel-based brushes, available exclusively to subscribers. The brushes support customizable settings that allow users to modify parameters such as texture, density, smoothing, and brightness.
Painterly Brush now features a dedicated tab in the Properties docker/inspector, offering a streamlined interface for accessing and adjusting brush properties.
Another addition to CorelDraw Graphic Suite 2024 is the integration of the latest Pantone color palettes, now available at no additional cost. It brings 175 new shades from the Pantone Dualities palette.
The new update also adds Favorite Brushes, 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 easy to create custom printed 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 at CorelDRAW.
“With the latest Pantone color palettes, users can discover 175 new colors, offering unrivaled color matching and ensuring accurate and vibrant designs. “These advances open new opportunities for designers to work more efficiently and push the limits 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 the core CorelDRAW 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 decision.
The subscription model receives 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, providing access to over 500 templates, more than double what is available in the one-time purchase version. Additionally, the enhanced asset management system in the subscription version is cloud-based, allowing users to access and organize their design assets from 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 opt for this model can use the software indefinitely without recurring fees; however, they will not have access to ongoing updates or new features available to subscribers. The one-time purchase version includes over 200 templates and over 100 brushes, which falls short of the expanded content provided in the subscription model.
Additionally, the subscription version includes improved support for AutoCAD DWG/DXF files and also features an improved docker/hints inspector, providing more personalized learning resources to help users get the most out of the software. These features are available in the single version, but are not enhanced.
In addition to the CorelDRAW Graphics Suite updates, CorelDRAW Technical Suite also received a new update. This suite is aimed at professionals involved in technical illustration and documentation, and 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 customers in Europe and the United Kingdom, including VAT. Alternatively, users can opt for 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.
