The 2018 version brought several transformative tools aimed at reducing production time and expanding creative freedom. 1. Symmetry Drawing Mode
: Adds movement and focus effects, such as starbursts or radial lines, with a few clicks.
The Block Shadow tool in v20 introduced vector-based shadows that were lightweight and editable. It allowed designers to add perspective and depth to text and objects dynamically, maintaining the vector path integrity without relying on raster effects. This was a massive productivity booster for vehicle wrap designers and sign makers.
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2018, specifically version 20.0.0.633 for Windows 64-bit, represents a significant milestone in the evolution of Corel's flagship graphic design software. Launched in April 2018, this version is celebrated by many users as the final "classic" perpetual-license release before the company began shifting towards a subscription-based model. As the 20th iteration of the suite, version 20.0.0.633 introduced a wave of innovative tools aimed at boosting creativity and productivity, from AI-assisted sketching to a powerful new symmetry mode.