JSS2 Computer Studies Lesson Note on Graphic Packages

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TOPIC:   Graphic Packages 1:  

CONTENT: 

(a) Meaning of graphic package

(b) Examples of graphic package: paint, Corel Draw, Instant Artist, Harvard graphics, Photo shops, log graphic etc

(c) Features of graphic packages: Tool bar, Menu bar, Printable area, Colour Palette. etc.

Meaning of graphic package   

Graphic packages are programs that allow you to create graphic pictures, logos, letter headed paper, brochures, calendars etc. A package is software written to perform a particular task. A graphics package use lines, shapes, colours and patterns to show information. Apart from being able to draw lines and other geometric shapes, it is also possible to do full art works and painting in full colours of any kind of objects. Graphic images can be created using computers.

Examples of Graphic Packages

All these can be produced with art illustration graphic software. They are:

1. Paint
2. Corel Draw
3. Instant Artist
4. Harvard graphics
5. Photo shops
6. Logo graphics

Corel Draw

This can be defined as a high-quality graphic designed and developed for automating artistic functions. Corel draw was developed by Corel Corporation founded in June 1985. This corporation has a network of over 100 distributors in more than 40 countries.

Corel Draw Version

There are many versions of Corel Draw ranges from Corel 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15 and 16. The uses of all the versions are similar only with little modifications and improvement to the advantage of the user. However, the teaching will be based on Corel Draw 11 versions.

Loading Corel Draw 11

1. Click start button on the task bar
2. Click all programs
3. Click Corel Graphic Suite 11
4. Click CorelDraw 11

OR

Double click Corel Draw icon on the desktop

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