CorelDRAW Technical Suite 2025 27.1.0.129 – Technical illustration and drafting software

Power User Guide

Customizing Your Workspace for Efficiency

1. Go to Tools > Options > Workspace.
2. Customize toolbars, menus, and shortcuts to match your specific workflow.
3. Click the Export button to save your custom workspace settings.
4. To restore, use the Import option and apply your saved workspace.

Reason To Do This: Tailoring your workspace in CorelDRAW Technical Suite can significantly boost productivity by placing frequently used tools and commands within easy reach, reducing repetitive actions and streamlining your design process.

Streamlining Callout Management

1. Use the dedicated callout tools in Corel DESIGNER.
2. Apply halos to callouts for improved visibility against complex backgrounds.
3. Utilize the automatic renumbering feature for sequential callouts, especially in detailed assembly instructions.
4. In the Object Data Manager docker, link callout shapes to web pages or other files for interactive documentation.

Reason To Do This: Efficiently managing callouts is crucial for clear technical documentation. These features ensure that your illustrations are easy to understand, maintain consistency, and can be made interactive for enhanced user experience.

Integrating 3D Models into 2D Illustrations

1. In Corel DESIGNER, click File > Insert 3D Model.
2. Import 3D models from XVL Studio Corel Edition (or 3D CAD edition for advanced formats).
3. Place and resize the 3D model interactively within your 2D illustration.
4. Utilize predefined snapshots, cross-sections, and interactive 3D views to add context and detail to your technical drawings.

Reason To Do This: Leveraging 3D models directly within your 2D technical illustrations adds depth and clarity, allowing you to repurpose existing CAD data and create more comprehensive and accurate visual instructions for assembly, maintenance, or parts catalogs.