Coreldraw Macros ^new^ -
CorelDRAW Macros – Complete Technical Report
1. Introduction
- Definition: Macros are scripts or programs that automate repetitive tasks, extend functionality, or integrate CorelDRAW with other applications.
- Purpose: Increase productivity, ensure consistency, reduce manual errors.
- Supported Versions: CorelDRAW X3+ (modern VBA support), with changes in macro security and object model in recent versions (2017–2023).
If ActiveSelection.Shapes.Count = 0 Then
MsgBox "Please select at least one object."
Exit Sub
End If
- Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Macros: These macros use VBA, a programming language that allows for more complex and sophisticated automation.
- CorelDRAW Scripting Language (CDSL) Macros: These macros use CDSL, a scripting language specifically designed for CorelDRAW.
For Each s In ActivePage.Shapes
If s.Type = cdrTextShape Then
s.ConvertToCurves
End If
Next s
Step 1: Record a Simple Macro
- Open CorelDRAW and a new document.
- Go to
Tools > Macros > Macro Manager. - Click Record (red circle icon).
- Draw a rectangle, change its fill to blue, change its outline to none.
- Click Stop.
- Save the macro in "Global Macro Storage" (so it works for all files) or "Document Macro Storage".
Error 13: Type mismatch
- RGB colors (and warn you).
- Text not converted to curves.
- Zero-width outlines.
- Missing image links.
