The CDR Vector image file formatCDR is a file format which was developed by the Corel Corporation and is used mainly for vector graphic images and drawings. The CDR file format is recognized by the majority of image editing programs. The CDR format is the default format for Corel Draw Applications. Corel hired Michel Bouillon and Pat Beirne to develop a vector based illustration program that could be packaged with their desktop publishing system.
When i try to open a cdr file made in corel 2017 my x8 corel wont open it?? Is saying 'backward compatibility' is because CorelDRAW X8 is version 18. Same happens with CorelDRAW X7 (version 17.0) and CorelDRAW 2017.
Technical details of CDR filesThere isn't any information of the technical specifications of the CDR file format available publicly. However, after the first launch in 1989, Corel has been continually evolving! The latest version of the Corel Draw Application also features basic support for text, and support for color management and spot colors. More information about the CDR file format File extension.cdrFile categoryExample file(1.3 MiB)Associated programsCorel PaintShop Photo ProCorel WordPerfect OfficeAdobe IllustratorAdobe ReaderUseful linksDeveloperCorel Corporation.