CHAPTER 8 INTRODUCTION Welcome to Canvas, a completely integrated environment for illus- tration, page layout, imaging, presentations, and web publishing. Canvas lets you work with vector objects, images, type, and imported graphics without having to switch to other applications. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced designer, the tools and features in Canvas can make you more productive. Canvas provides a complete solution for home, small business, school, and corporate users: •   An array of tools for illustration, layout, editing, proofing, and final output, so you can take projects from start to finish in Canvas. •   A flexible interface, including a Toolbar you can configure with commands, tools, and styles; a Docking bar to store palettes; and customizable keyboard shortcuts. •   A cross-platform solution that lets you share Canvas docu- ments across Mac OS and Windows platforms, and supports all standard file formats. About the documentation Please take a few minutes to read the following information about the Canvas documentation. This book, the Canvas User’s Guide, describes the commands, tools, and features of Canvas for Mac OS and Windows operating systems. Certain terms and abbreviations are used in this manual to describe procedures. In most cases, Canvas works exactly the same under Mac OS and Windows. The documentation points out functional differ- ences when necessary. Mac OS refers to the Mac OS operating system. When a procedure applies to Mac OS only, the instructions say “(Mac)”. Windows refers to 32-bit Windows, including Windows 98, NT, 2000, ME, and XP. When a procedure applies to Windows only, the instructions say “(Windows)”. Tip Throughout this book you’ll find tips for working efficiently and exploring creative possi- bilities. Items labeled “Impor- tant” provide information to help you avoid problems.
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