If you're passionate about creating great photos, Corel PaintShop Pro X4 is the photo-editing software for you. With new features that will keep you up-to-date on the latest photography trends, along with more pro-levels tools and a streamlined workspace, PaintShop Pro X4 has it all. The perfect partner for passionate photographers, PaintShop Pro X4 includes everything you need to create stunning photos. With hundreds of photo-editing features, ranging from one-click photo-fixers to pro-level effects, there’s a level of interface for everyone, no matter their level of expertise.
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Introduction
Corel PaintShop Pro X4 is the fourteenth instalment of the venerable photo editing software. Popular with amateur photographers and anyone on a budget, PaintShop Pro has - in the past - always been a viable option against the much more expensive Adobe Photoshop. Corel PaintShop Pro X4 includes over 75 new and enhanced features, including a completely redesigned HDR engine, speed increases of over 50% on launch, enhancements to the user interface and convenient ways to share through social media. Corel PaintShop Pro X4 is available now in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch and Polish for £59.99 including VAT for the full version and £44.99 including VAT for upgrade customers. Corel PaintShop Pro X4 Ultimate is available now in English, German, French, Italian and Dutch for £79.99 including VAT for the full version and £59.99 including VAT for the upgrade.
Disc One
We reviewed the more expensive Corel PaintShop Pro X4 Ultimate, which comes on two discs with the first disc holding X4 and the second Nik Color Efex Pro 3, royalty free images from Fotolia and a collection of picture tubes.
Registering Corel PaintShop Pro X4
After accepting the terms & conditions which must always be thoroughly read, we clicked the acceptance box and pressed next. A nice touch is that our name was already input into the Username box. The impossibly long serial number was typed in below before going through to the next stage. After choosing the file destination and language, installation will get under way. While Corel PaintShop Pro X4 is loading, it shows you a few different tools that are available. It looks pretty exciting so far!
Installation for us took just over 10 minutes. The program won't launch automatically so you have to do it yourself from the desktop icon.
After Corel PaintShop Pro X4 has launched, a welcome page will pop up over the main desktop that aids getting started if you're new to the program. It takes you through three single instruction pages that illustrate what each section of the program do. It's laid out in a similar fashion to Adobe Lightroom and this echoes a lot of programs these days.
Manage
Manage
The three main pages are called Manage, Adjust and Edit. The first page (Manage) is for tagging and filing pictures you've loaded into Corel PaintShop Pro X4. A browser of your computer files is located on the left with EXIF data displayed on the right. You can tag the pictures chronologically using the calendar, with keyword tags or with star ratings. If you're completely new to this and maybe starting out in photography, this tagging trend may seem exhausting but will save hours of searching in the future. If you find that two years down the line you need pictures of a beach scene, you can simply type the keyword into the search field and it will find all pictures you tagged with that word. For our examples, we had 80 pictures to tag so we used the collections tab on the left of the window. Clicking on tags, we could add words that we wanted to use on the pictures. We then highlighted the pictures we wanted to apply those words to and dragged the thumbnails to the keyword list.
Once your pictures are tagged and filed properly, you might want to edit them. Obviously, ours were perfect (!) but we made some adjustments for the purposes of this review.
Adjust
Adjust
The Adjust tab is designed for speedy editing. It contains a lot of the most used tools that you'll see on a normal editing suite worktop. The picture you want to edit is loaded into a large screen on the right while the tools are lined up down the left. A histogram sits in the top left corner with individual RGB readings. Below this are five tools; crop, straighten, red-eye, make-over and clone.
The most used tools are quite intelligently selected and include tone mapping, light, colour balance, high pass sharpen and noise removal. There's a suggest settings button on the Smart photo fix tool if you want the program to do the donkey work. It's basically Adobe's Auto button on the Adjustments boxes in the Creative Suites.
We first played with the make-up tools in Corel PaintShop Pro X4 and found them a little overbearing in places such as the teeth whitening. The tan tool is intelligent enough to only hit skin which is great. However, the same old problem of processing speed means PaintShop Pro falls foul again. Processing a close up shot of a person with the sun tan tool took ages and really slowed the computer down. Also when we tried the other tools on the left and decided to use the sliders for big changes (to get an idea of how capable they are), we found that we could only slide them so far before the program started making the changes and froze our actions. It's extremely frustrating because we hadn't finished so it shouldn't be making changes if it can't cope.
Edit
Edit
Moving into the Edit page will open up the Camera RAW lab if you're using RAW images. In this window, you can adjust white balance, reduce noise, recover highlights and change the brightness, saturation and shadow levels. Clicking the edit button will load the picture into the main program.
When you first open the Edit page there will be a learning centre tab on the right and the thumbnails of the folder you opened at the bottom. This makes the page look really crowded so you may want to close them down. There's still a ridiculous amount of tools available on the worktop. At first this looks messy but it 's probably down to the fact that the icons are larger than Photoshop or GIMP and we soon got used to it. There's also more on show such as direct print and scan buttons.
Many familiar tools are present and a couple are not so familiar. The Edit page certainly works faster than the Adjustments page and it's a possibility that this is why it's been separated. The tools work well enough although they have their own way of doing things. For example, setting the clone tool base point is done by pressing shift instead of alt and it doesn't show you a preview the same way that Photoshop CS4 and newer does.
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- HDR module – merge photos with different exposures to create incredible images
- Selective Focus – mimic the effect of tilt-shift photography without expensive lenses
- Photo Blend – combine photos of the same scene to include the best details and remove unwanted elements
- Redesigned workspace – move freely between the Manage, Adjust and Edit tabs to find the tools you need fast
View, organize and edit the easy way
The redesigned workspace mirrors your natural workflow, making it easy to move between the Manage, Adjust and Edit modes for a more intuitive photo-editing experience. Use the Shot Info panel and dual monitor support to get the information you need at a glance.
Enhance and create faster
PaintShop Pro X4 includes GPU optimizations, performance updates and real-time effects—including Noise Reduction, Vibrancy, Tone Mapping and more—so you can see results as you work.
Create pro-level images
Sophisticated effects, layer editing, artistic brushes, and more than 75 new and enhanced features put high-end photo-editing tools in your hands!
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Quickly share your photos on Facebook® and Flickr® straight from the Organizer.
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New! 75 new and enhanced features
Enjoy a no-limits photo-editing environment that gives you the freedom to achieve your creative vision. PaintShop Pro X4 includes 75 new and enhanced features that we developed based on the needs and interests of real users, like you!
New! High Dynamic Range (HDR) module
Create perfectly exposed photos or stunning surrealistic images with the new HDR module. The module lets you merge photos taken at different exposures or experiment with the tonal range of your images. Choose from two modes-Exposure Merge and Batch Merge-depending on the number of images you're working on.
New! Photo Blend
Combine elements from several shots of the same scene to create the perfect photo. Remove unwanted cars or people from a street scene. Or choose the best smiles from several photos to create the perfect group shot.
New! Fill Light and Clarity
Brighten shadows without changing the rest of your image with the Fill Light and Clarity filter. It's an easy way to draw attention to subtle details and increase the texture and depth of your photos.
New! Selective Focus
Get the effect of expensive tilt-shift lenses without the cost! Selective Focus lets you turn a scene into a miniature world. You can also use it to add depth of field and blur out distracting details.
New! Vignette effect
Draw attention to the focal point of your photo by applying a classic faded border around the edges. Use intuitive sliders to control the appearance of the edges by choosing the shape, color and tone, and adjusting the amount of blur, glow, and feathering.
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Enhanced! RAW Lab
Get a better look at your images with a larger preview area in the RAW Lab. The improved histogram lets you fine-tune images quickly and the new highlight recovery feature helps you restore detail in overexposed areas.
New! Adjustment layers
Enjoy worry-free editing by using new adjustment layers to leave your original background image untouched while you're working. Layers are especially useful with complex editing, such as adding graphic elements, creating image compositions, and applying artistic enhancements or text.
Enhanced! 16-bit support
Enjoy greater precision and flexibility with extended 16-bit support for over 20 tools and adjustments—including Scratch Remover, Paint Brush, Object Remover, Color Replacer, Warp Brush, Mesh Warp, Background Eraser and more!
Bonus! Corel® KPT® Collection Plug-in Filters
A natural addition to your photo-editing software, the KPT Collection includes 24 creative plug-in filters that help you quickly create remarkable image transformations and original effects. (Available upon product registration.)
Plus! Comprehensive full color printed User Guide
Get the PaintShop Pro X4 User Guide when you purchase the box version! This complete full color manual helps you get the most out of your new software.
A more intuitive workflow
Enhanced! Redesigned workspace
Welcome to a more enjoyable photo-editing experience! The PaintShop Pro X4 interface has been redesigned with separate Manage, Adjust and Edit workspaces so it's easy to find the tools you need when you need them. Plus, the Organizer is now available from every workspace.
New! Shot Info Panel
Everything you need to know about your image, including the camera it was shot with and the settings, is available at a glance in this new panel.
New! Dual monitor support
Manage your photos on one screen while editing on the other.
Focused on performance
Enhanced! Speed and performance
With performance updates that include GPU optimizations, the PaintShop Pro X4 interface is fast and responsive—in fact, this version launches more than 50 per cent faster than the previous release.
Enhanced! Real-time results
Noise Reduction, Vibrancy, Tone Mapping and many other real-time effects are significantly faster, letting you see results as you work.
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View, organize and edit the easy way
Enhanced! Redesigned workspace
Enjoy a more natural workflow in the redesigned PaintShop Pro X4 interface. Move freely between three tabbed areas to manage, adjust and edit your photos. Browse, tag and organize your growing photo collection in the Manage workspace. Find frequently used tools for quick fixes in the Adjust workspace. Explore the powerful tools in the Edit workspace for in-depth photo editing, image composition and graphic design.
New! Shot Info Panel
Everything you need to know about your image, including the camera it was shot with and the settings, is available at a glance.
New! Dual monitor support
Manage your photos on one screen while editing on the other.
Learning Center
Get helpful information about PaintShop Pro tasks, command and tools. The home page of the Learning Center follows a task-based workflow, so you can get the information you need at any stage of the photo-editing process.
See results fast
Enhanced! Speed and performance
With performance updates that include GPU optimizations, the PaintShop Pro X4 interface is fast and responsive for a more enjoyable photo-editing experience.
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Enhanced! Real-time results
Noise Reduction, Vibrancy, Tone Mapping and many other real-time effects let you see results as you work.
Create studio-quality images with professional tools
New! High Dynamic Range (HDR) module
Create perfectly exposed photos or stunning surrealistic images with the new HDR module. The module lets you merge photos taken at different exposures or experiment with the tonal range of your images. Try it with images taken using the auto-bracketing feature on your DSLR.
New! Photo Blend
Now you can combine elements from several shots of the same scene to create the perfect photo. Remove unwanted cars or people from a street scene. Or improve a group photo by taking the best smiles from a series of shots.
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New! Fill Light and Clarity
Brighten shadows without changing the rest of your image with the Fill Light and Clarity filter. It's an easy way to draw attention to subtle details and increase the texture and depth of your photos.
New! Selective Focus
Get the effect of expensive tilt-shift lenses without the cost! Selective Focus lets you turn a scene into a miniature world. You can also use it to add depth of field and blur out distracting details.
New! Vignette effect
Draw attention to the focal point of your photo by applying a classic faded border around the edges. Use intuitive sliders to control the appearance of the edges by choosing the shape, color and tone, and adjusting the amount of blur, glow, and feathering.
Enhanced! RAW Lab
Get a better look at your images with a larger preview area in the RAW Lab. The improved histogram lets you fine-tune images quickly and the new highlight recovery feature helps you restore detail in overexposed areas.
New! Adjustment Layers
Use layers to protect your original image, especially with complex editing such as adding elements, creating image compositions, or applying artistic enhancements or text.
Smart Carver™
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Seamlessly remove objects from an image with professional quality. Smart Carver also lets you expand or contract objects without distortion.
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Object Extractor
The integrated Object Extractor isolates an object—even challenging cases such as flyaway hair and fuzzy pet fur—so it can be copied to a new background or a new background can be pasted behind it.
Makeover tools
Make sure the people in your photos look their best with tools that are fun and easy to use. Help your subjects look thinner in seconds, whiten bloodshot eyes, smooth wrinkles, paint on a tan and remove blemishes.
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Sophisticated cloning tools
Easily remove flaws and objects from your photos and fill in the space with content from another area of your image.
Scratch Remover tool
Repair scratches and cracks on your photos by filling them in with matching content from the surrounding area.
Scripting
Save time by creating scripts to automate common photo-editing actions.
Custom Screen Capture
Easily capture images directly from your screen for use in presentations, training guides and other material.
Advanced Warp tools
Twirl, expand or contract areas of an image to create interesting effects or extreme model makeovers.
Vector Editing tools
Draw and edit vector objects, and combine artistic elements with your photos to create unique designs.
Art Media brushes
Enjoy endless creative possibilities with the extensive brush options in PaintShop Pro X4.
Web graphic tools
Save and optimize images for the web complete with image mapping, slicing and rollovers.
- Microsoft® Windows® 7, Windows Vista® or Windows® XP with latest service packs installed (32-bit or 64-bit editions)
- 1.5 GHz processor (2GHz or faster processor recommended)
- 1 GB RAM (2 GB or higher recommended)
- 1 GB of free hard drive space required (2 GB or greater recommended)
- 1024 x 768 16-bit display
- Windows-compatible CD-ROM drive for installation
- Internet connection required to post photos online and download program updates
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Import Formats Supported
- AI, BMP, CAL, CALS, CGM, CLP, CMX, CT, CUR, CUT, DCX, DIB, DRW, EMF, EPS, FPX, GIF, HDP, HGL, HPG, IFF, IMG, J2C, J2K, JIF, JP2, JPC, JPE, JPEG, JPG, JPS, JPX, MAC, MPO, MRW, MSP, PBM, PCD, PCT, PCX, PDF, PGL, PGM, PIC, PICT, PNG, PNS, PPM, PS, PSD, PSP (PSP image files), RAS, RAW, RIF, RLE, SCT, SVG, SVGZ, TGA, TIF, UFO, WBM, WBMP, WDP, WEBP, WMF, WPG
- Includes RAW file support from over 300 camera models with the followingextensions: 3FR, ARW, CR2, CRW, DCR, DNG, ERF, K25, KDC, MEF, MOS, NEF, NRW, ORF, PEF, RAF, RW2, SR2, SRF, X3F
- Video input format support: MPEG-1, WMV ® (Windows Media Video), MOV (QuickTime required) and AVI (motion JPEG)
Export Formats Supported
- BMP, CAL, CALS, CLP, CUT, DCX, DIB, EMF, EPS, AI, PS, FPX, GIF, HDP, WDP, IFF, IMG, JP2, J2C, J2K, JPC, JPX, JPG, JIF, JPE, JPEG, MAC, MSP,PBM, PCX, PGM, PIC, PPM, PNG, PSD, PSP (PSP IMAGE FILES), RAS, RAW, RIF, RIFF, RLE, SCT, CT, JPS, PNS, TGA, TIF, TIFF, WBMP, WBM, WEBP, WMF
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