For graphic designers, few things are as frustrating as finding that the latest software version refuses to run on a perfectly capable, older operating system. If you are still using , you likely have a specific reason—legacy hardware (Mac Pro 5,1 or 2012 MacBook Pros), compatibility with older printers or plugins, or a preference for stability over the constant updates of newer OS versions.
Users running macOS 10.13.6 are often doing so on hardware that is five to ten years old (e.g., Intel Coreldraw For Mac 10.13.6
: Minimum 2 GB RAM for the 2019 version or 4 GB RAM for the 2020 version (8 GB or more is highly recommended for both). For graphic designers, few things are as frustrating
When working with heavy vectors, turn off → Live Preview to reduce screen tearing. When working with heavy vectors, turn off →
If you have a legitimate license for CorelDRAW 2019 (or an older version like 2018 or 2017), follow this guide. Corel no longer sells version 2019 directly, but existing users can download installers from their Corel account.