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Convert CDR to PDF, PNG or JPG
Turn a CorelDRAW design into a file anyone can open, and pick the right format for the job.
Most people who receive a CorelDRAW file do not actually need to edit it. They need to see it, share it on WhatsApp, or send it to a printer. For that, converting the .cdr file into a PDF or an image is the quickest answer.
Which format should you choose?
| Format | Best for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Printing, sending proofs, keeping text and lines sharp at any size | Multi-page designs stay together in one file | |
| PNG | Logos, designs with text, images that need a transparent background | Bigger files than JPG; sharp edges stay sharp |
| JPG | Sharing on WhatsApp, Instagram and email | Smallest files; fine text can look slightly soft |
How to convert with JUST NODU
- Open justnodu.com and choose the .CDR card.
- Select your CorelDRAW file and wait for the preview.
- Use the download / export option and pick PDF, PNG or JPG.
- For print work choose a high resolution (300 DPI or more). For sharing on a phone, a normal resolution keeps the file small.
Getting a print-ready PDF
A printer needs more than a pretty preview. Before sending a converted PDF to print, check:
- Size: the page size should match the final print size (for example A4, 3.5 × 2 inch visiting card, or the banner size in feet).
- Resolution: photos should be at least 300 DPI at the final size. Our print resolution guide explains the numbers.
- Bleed: if the colour goes to the edge of the paper, the design should extend about 3 mm beyond the cut line.
- Fonts: look closely at the text. If a font was replaced, ask the designer for the fonts or a version with text converted to curves.
Converting several pages
CorelDRAW files can contain several pages, for example the front and back of a visiting card or every page of a brochure. A PDF export keeps all pages in one file. When you export images, each page becomes its own picture.
Need to join the converted PDF with other documents, such as a quotation or a Word file? See merging and converting PDFs.
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