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Product FAQs Why should I upgrade to PhotoImpact X3? What can PhotoImpact X3 do for me? With what other programs can I use PhotoImpact X3? What extra bonus items do I get? How can I upgrade to PhotoImpact X3? Do I need to uninstall PhotoImpact 12 when I upgrade? How can I migrate EasyPalette, My Gallery & My Library settings and content from PhotoImpact 12 to PhotoImpact X3?

Q:	Why should I upgrade to PhotoImpact X3?
A:	PhotoImpact X3 offers several new features and improvements over previous versions Enhanced ExpressFix New cropping and composition tools New photo projects like comic strip, collage and greeting card. Matched sets of graphics for video enthusiasts Two FULL packages of bonus software: Corel® Painter™ Essentials 3 Corel® MediaOne™ Plus Digital Media Management.

Q:	What can PhotoImpact X3 do for me?
A:	If you've ever wanted one package that does it ALL, look no further. PhotoImpact is bringing Digital Photography that offers professional techniques to enhance your photos. Integrated Web tools allow you to visually create entire Web pages containing interactive rollovers and buttons as well as Javascript effects without the hassle of coding. Powerful graphic imaging tools provide you with a host of features for Web and creative design. Productivity functions let you work with a number of image files simultaneously for maximum speed and ease. Composition tools – Rule of Thirds and Golden Ratio crop tools. UI has been enhanced – and ExpressFix has been updated with straighten, crop tools, and more Graphics Art – Cloud Pen, Painter Essentials 3 Video Graphics – Slideshow Prep Wizard, enhanced DVD Menu Maker, and matching DVD content for VideoStudio® and Movie Factory®.

Q:	With what other programs can I use PhotoImpact X3?
A:	PhotoImpact is a great companion tool for video editing and DVD authoring applications such as VideoStudio® and Movie Factory®. You can create compelling graphics for your movies, including DVD menus, special effects, overlay objects, and eye-popping titles. PhotoImpact X3 makes it easy to achieve professional results with both your photos and videos.

Q:	What extra bonus items do I get?
A:	PhotoImpact delivers the best value for money on the market. Users and reviewers are amazed by its 1,398 royalty-free images, 2,221 Web elements, 3,270 customizable effects, three full applications and wealth of features for photo editing, graphic design, and Web creation. Photo Explorer has been replaced by our new photo and video organizer, MediaOne Plus. In addition to offering simple video and photo management, this application offers an easy online backup solution from our partner Sharpcast. Panorama stitching (COOL 360) has been integrated right into PhotoImpact X3, and has been enhanced to allow vertical as well as horizontal panoramas. We are also excited to be able to include a full version of Corel Painter Essentials 3 in PhotoImpact. This makes it easy to convert photos into works of art using technology from the award-winning Corel Painter product. There's simply nothing else like it.

Q:	How can I upgrade to PhotoImpact X3?
A:	Purchase the Upgrade Version at a computer store, or purchase online from Corel Websites. Order the upgrade now.

Q:	Do I need to uninstall PhotoImpact 12 when I upgrade?
A:	No, you don’t need to uninstall PhotoImpact 12 before installing PhotoImpact X3. The installation program will ask you to enter your serial number for PhotoImpact 12 when it detects that it is installed. The installer will install the complete PhotoImpact X3 program.

Q:	How can I migrate EasyPalette, My Gallery & My Library settings and content from PhotoImpact 12 to PhotoImpact X3?
A:	You should first export your "My Gallery" and "My Library" files from PhotoImpact 12. Then import them into the PhotoImpact X3 EasyPalette.