The most immediately obvious of these is the redesigned interface. Instead, it refines upon the excellent x3 with some noteworthy – if mostly unessential – new features. Like most regularised software upgrades, CorelDraw Graphics Suite x4 doesn't attempt to reinvent the wheel with any earth-shattering changes. With the exception of Web designers and their online ilk, it will suit almost any type of user from industry professionals to do-it-yourself business lackeys. While $829.95 isn't exactly pocket change, it remains one of the most affordable graphics suites on the market. In addition, a host of supplementary software and material is also thrown in, including Corel Capture (for one-click image capture), Duplexing Wizard (for the creation of two-sided documents), WhatTheFont (an online service that tracks down unidentified fonts) and a massive selection of royalty-free photos and clipart (around 1000 and 10,000 respectively). This latest version comes equipped with full versions of Corel PHOTO-PAINT X4 (a bitmap editor), Corel PowerTRACE X4 (for converting bitmaps into vector images) and the titular CorelDraw x4.

Unlike Adobe Illustrator, which is a stand-alone drawing application, x4 is an all-in-one suite combining vector design tools and desktop publishing in one streamlined package. CorelDraw Graphics Suite x4 is the vector editing application of choice for people unwilling to fork out for an expensive Adobe software bundle.

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