In the dynamic world of graphic design, time is a precious commodity and efficiency is the key to success. This is where CorelDRAW, one of the leading graphic design software solutions, comes into play. But to really master CorelDRAW, there is an often underestimated tool: keyboard shortcuts.

Why are keyboard shortcuts so important in CorelDRAW? The answer lies in their speed and efficiency. Shortcuts allow you to quickly access functions without the hassle of navigating through menus, speeding up your workflow considerably. They allow you to focus on what's important - your creativity. With well-remembered shortcuts, you'll be able to realize your ideas more fluidly and intuitively, which not only saves time but also enriches your overall design experience.

In this article, we'll take a look at the most important CorelDRAW keyboard shortcuts that will make any designer's life easier. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, these shortcuts will revolutionize the way you work with CorelDRAW. Ready to increase your productivity and optimize your design processes? Let's dive into the world of CorelDRAW shortcuts!

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Did you know ...

• that you can return a floating palette to its original position with a double-click?
• that you can reset the workspace with the F8 key while CorelDRAW is starting?
• that you can also add new keyboard shortcuts and change the existing ones? In the options, you can open the dialog box for editing keyboard shortcuts. There you simply create a new set with your desired commands.
• that you can calibrate the rulers on the monitor so that 1 cm of your ruler is also 1 cm on the monitor? Practical, isn't it?
• that objects align themselves with grid lines, guides and other objects? If an object is moved, nearby points of attraction are displayed. When you release the object, it snaps to the point of attraction.
• How can you use dynamic guides to help you draw, align or move your objects precisely in relation to other objects? Dynamic guides are temporary guides that appear when object snap points such as edge, node or center point are close to the object.
• that you can work with layers to maintain a better overview?
• that you can immediately activate the "Assign color" mode when picking up color with the eyedropper and the sampled color can be assigned immediately?
• that you can change the workspace to the Adobe Illustrator look?
• that you can quickly copy objects and object properties via drag & drop when moving objects while holding down the right mouse button?

Tips for working with CorelDRAW

1. Using and naming layers
   If a document contains more than three layers, name them according to their content. This will help you keep track of large documents.
2. Create layer groups
   For large documents, it makes sense to organize layers with similar content into groups. Layers assigned to a group can be quickly shown/hidden, moved together, etc.
3. Reduce the number of nodes
   If an object contains a large number of nodes, the processing speed can increase. Nodes can also be reduced. When node editing is activated
   appears at the top of the menu to reduce the number of nodes.
4. Playing with the views
   Especially in large projects, objects tend to overlap and you may lose the overview despite a clean layer structure. Objects can also be displayed as outlines, making them easier to find. This view mode also helps with the vectorization or adjustment of shapes.
5. Color palette
   If you need to access colors quickly and don't always want to scroll through the color palette, you can simply undock it and place it as a window on the desktop.
6. Color objects elegantly
   Thanks to the mesh fill option, large areas can be elegantly colored without having to resort to numerous individual objects as before.
7. Clone effects
   You don't have to manually assign tried and tested effects to every object.
   We recommend assigning properties to existing objects. These can be both fills and contours.