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Importing files

Corel PHOTO-PAINT provides filters that convert files from one format to another when you import them. You can import a file and place it in the active application window as an object. The imported file becomes part of the active image. You can also bring in a file by opening it in a new application window.

You can use the import filter’s default settings or choose the settings you want when you import the file. You can also save a file’s embedded International Color Consortium (ICC) profile to a local color folder.

While importing a bitmap, you can resample it to change the number of pixels, eliminate unusable detail, and reduce the file size. You can also crop a bitmap to select only the exact area and size of the image you want to import.

You can import the clipart and photos that are included on the Corel DVD. If you are using Windows 7 or Windows 8, you can search for images by different criteria, such as filename, title, subject, author, keyword, comment, and other properties attached to the file. For more information about searching for files with Windows 7 or Windows 8, see the Windows Help. You can also browse and search for content by using Corel CONNECT. For more information, see Exploring Corel CONNECT.

You can also export Corel PHOTO-PAINT images to a variety of file formats. The file format that you choose depends on how you want to use the image in the future. For more information about exporting files, see Exporting images to other file formats.

For information about specific file formats, see Supported file formats.

To import a file into an active image Back to Top

 

Enable the Extract embedded ICC profile check box to save the ICC profile to the color folder in which the application is installed.
Enable the Check for watermark check box.
Use the filter’s default settings without opening its dialog box
Enable the Do not show filter dialog check box.
In the Import TIFF dialog box, enable an option in the Select the page(s) to import area.

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The Import an Image from Disk dialog box displays the size of the file you want to import and any annotations associated with the file.

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You can also import a file by opening it in a new application window. For more information about opening a file in a new application window, see To open an image.

To resample an image while importing Back to Top

 

Enable the Maintain aspect ratio check box.
Enable the Identical values check box.

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If a dialog box for the import format opens, specify the options you want. For detailed information about file formats, see Supported file formats.

You cannot increase the resolution of a file when importing.

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You can also import a file by opening it in a new application window. For more information about opening a file in a new application window, see To open an image.

To crop an image while importing Back to Top

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When you import 16-color bitmaps, they are automatically converted to 256-color.

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You can also resize an image by dragging the selection box in the preview window.

You can change the units of measurement by choosing a unit type from the Units list box, in the Crop image dialog box.


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