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I'm new to this business this forum is great most people on here are very helpful. My question is which is better illustrater or Corel draw. Also which is easier to learn and thanks again for all the help on this forum
Illusrater or Corel draw
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Personally, I go for Corel, it's really easy to use compared with Illustrator, both are vector but I love the simplicity and efficiency of Corel in any version. Start with something simple.
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I use corel. I am in the process of learning the new x6 release that I just got last week. Corel is easy to learn and there are a lot of macros and programs that you can purchase as attachments to corel. There are also a lot of tutorials for corel. For additional software to get to use with corel go to advancedtshirts.com. They are very affordable.
If you set your mind to it, either will serve you well.....I use both X6 and CS5 but prefer CS5....Lots of good tutorials on You Tube...
Will you be getting files from clients?...For me, I get about 20 Illustrator files to every Corel file I get....
Will you be getting files from clients?...For me, I get about 20 Illustrator files to every Corel file I get....
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I will be getting more files from clients than anything
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I have both and there are MANY forum threads here debating each. I feel personally for me that Corel was easier to learn and less expensive but either will serve you well if you spend some time and learn the software. There are tons of resources here and elsewhere to guide you through them. Let us know which one you decide on and what questions you have!
Most of the the time that works......But not 100% of the time......There can still be an issue from time to time.....
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With X6 I have not had an AI file yet that I could not open....
When Adobe releases CS6 I am sure they will make it more difficult for us though
Yes Corel will open ai files......The problem is that not all the effects translate perfectly......Drop shades, transparencies, etc. can be an issue.....Seen it happen enough times to make owning current versions of both Corel and Illustrator a must for my business.....
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If artwork is saved in the PDF X3 format it will not have any issues going into any program with drop shadows etc. Realize, that format will flatten the effects but it will open correctly in any other program.
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All valid comments. It comes down to what am I wanting to do with my business and what do I need to have to get there. Using my case as an example, I do not do more than 4 colors in house. I have a great guy I farm the technical stuff out to. Reason being, No time. I run 3 embroidery machines, a DTG and vinyl cutting/heat press stuff during the day and screen print at night/weekends. This guy is just starting out. I say get one or the other, get comfortable with it and expand your capabilities as your abilities and business grows.
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I use both, both are great, I've had problems importing AI files in corel, I've had problems importing corel files in AI. If you need to deal with both, you pretty much need both.
I'd also add that this is akin to starting a thread on which religion is the true path, or Mac vs. x86 architectures, or vanilla or chocolate. Everyone knows chocolate is better.
I'd also add that this is akin to starting a thread on which religion is the true path, or Mac vs. x86 architectures, or vanilla or chocolate. Everyone knows chocolate is better.
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This is easy. Corel Draw is easier to use
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