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I need some computer advice. I made this and some other diagrams using Coral Draw and they look great in Corel format but when I convert to JPG for posting the text gets all fuzzy and hard to read.

How can I clear this up?

I know you can right click, "view image", and enlarge it, but that doesn't seem to work on the Samba.

http://i39.tinypic.com/141rqpw.jpg

jim

Last edited by jamesdagg (2009-03-19 17:00:15)

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I'd try converting to pdf format, as it handles text very well.

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X2 on the PDF. I converted your JPG into PDF and it didn't buff out the text. I'm not sure if you have the ability in CD to save as or if you can pull .cdr files into Adobe but if you need help, send me the .cdr file and I can convert it in Illustrator CS2 and send you back a PDF. Looks good, nice work.

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That's right - you have to go from the native format directly to pdf, as the jpg has already blurred the text.

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Thanks for the response!

PDF does not seem to be one of my export options. Other than Coral formats they have WMF, TTF, BMP, TIF, RTF.

I tried TTF (true text format) and it said "too many objects".

I appreciate the offer to convert it for me very much but I need to be able to do this. Speedy Jim's excellent website has inspired me to try to make useful decent looking diagrams.

Maybe a different font? I used the default which was AvantGarde BK BT at 6 pt.

It looks even worse when printed!

jim

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If Corel can print directly, how does the printout look that way (not converting to jpg first)?
If that works there are utilities that add "pdf printer" capability where you install a "printer object" that acts like a printer, but makes a pdf file. Of course, the full Adobe Acrobat (not Reader) application does this for a hefty price, but there are 3rd party converters free if you search for them.

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Duh! I probably printed the jpg format.

jim

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Hey Jim, I have a clean (legal) copy of Adobe Acrobat 7.0 Standard that I can mail you if you'd like. Just email me an address if you want it.

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Hi Jim,

Try Primo PDF (http://www.primopdf.com/), it's a freeware program that allows you to create a pdf from pretty much any file type. It also doesn't load a bunch of other "freebies" when you install it.

Thanks,
-David

Last edited by stereotype one (2009-03-20 17:23:56)

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stereotype one wrote:

Hi Jim,

Try Primo PDF (http://www.primopdf.com/), it's a freeware program that allows you to create a pdf from pretty much any file type. It also doesn't load a bunch of other "freebies" when you install it.

Thanks,
-David

Thanks for the link. I downloaded one last night but when I went to install it I got a message from my virus protection software saying it might not be safe, so I chickened out and deleted it. I'll try your suggestion later tonight.

jim

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Alright Jim, we'll have to give this another shot. I went to the post this morning and I have received my package that I sent to you with a message: Open Package No Content / Pas de contenu. Questions? Contact: CANADA POST 9828 104 AVE NW SUITE 204 EDMONTON AB T5J 0J8.

What does this mean? Well, someone cut open the package, swiped the contents and put it back in circulation. Oh well, I'll get a new set of discs in the mail today.

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That is a very nice diagram - nice work! Have you tried sharpening the jpg? it may make the text more legible. not as slick as the pdf might be but it might be a temporary quick fix.

Also I'm assuming you are using a PC right? if you were using a mac there is an option to save as a pdf right from the print dialog box. Why they don't both have that option is beyond me.

Well, anyway I hope you have some luck getting it worked out.

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Hi James,
When you click on file does it look like this. What version are you using.
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x265/penth2o123/corel_pdf_0.jpg

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Can't even imagine how you included that image of the menu. Magic?

My version is Select Edition 7.467. Does not have that PDF option.

Would any font be better than another?

jim

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'71 Super inside rear vents now available
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Hi James,
Been a while since that version. If that is the one that comes as a suite with the computer when you by one it won't do a lot of things.

Take a blank page and lay out different fonts including BOLD. Try printing the .cdr file. You may find one that works for you. Gotta have at least 2,000 fonts. If that does not work do you have a export to Office button.

I think this may be a challenge for old Corel ver. You need Adobe Distiller or a shareware that is like Distiller.
Go online and find a program that mimics Distiller and install that then you just pick it like picking a printer.
If you see virus warnings or even if you don't, still save it to your computer DON'T run or open it as your downloading. Onced saved then you can do a virus check on the zipped file to see if it is safe. Your probably getting the warning as it does not recognise the certificate from the host or it doesn't have one.


Last resort get a copy from someone. Before everyone rips on me. I have spent tons of money on software. a lot of it is trash and does not do what you want it to. I don't feel bad bootlegging a copy to try and then buy it if it suits.  Adobe products range from $599 up to $25,000 for Distiller. Last thing I want to do is pay that and then find out it is not what I need. Sometimes software Co. will let you download a full trial version. Try that and if it works for you buy it. I know Adobe has Acrobat full version for free download (60 days). I don't know what all is in that or if it will work for your application but I know it is for creating and printing PDF files. Might want to try Adobe.com.

Best option here would be shareware or the likes.
If you need a great little program that prints out tiled wall size pages go get this one. I use it to print blown up wiring diagrams and tape to the wall when making wiring harness's. I know the name is funky. A German with a sense of humor but it is a neat tool.
http://homokaasu.org/rasterbator/

I'll rack the noggen James and see if I can't find you a solution.

Last edited by penth2o (2009-04-16 19:20:58)