PHOTOSHOP 1. Layers and Layer Masks: Essential for non-destructive editing, allowing you to work on different parts of an image independently. 2. Adjustment Layers: Modify the color and tone of your image without permanently changing the original image. 3. Smart Objects: Preserve the original quality of your images and enable non-destructive transformations. 4. Selection Tools: Master tools like the Magic Wand, Lasso, and Quick Selection for precise edits. 5. Blending Modes: Change how layers interact with each other to create various effects. 6. Filters and Effects: Apply artistic, blur, and distortion filters to enhance your images. 7. Retouching Tools: Use the Clone Stamp, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool to remove imperfections. 8. Text and Typography: Add and manipulate text to create visually appealing designs. 9. Pen Tool: Create precise paths and shapes for complex selections and vector graphics. 10. 3D Capabilities: Create and manipulate 3D objects within your 2D workspace. ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR 1. Pen Tool Mastery: Essential for creating precise paths, curves, and shapes. Practice using the Pen Tool to create smooth, clean lines. 2. Clipping Masks: Use clipping masks to hide parts of an object or artwork within the shape of another object. 3. Gradient Mesh Tool: Create complex color gradients and realistic shading effects. 4. Pattern Creation: Design seamless patterns for backgrounds, textures, and more. 5. Blend Tool: Create smooth transitions between objects, colors, and shapes. 6. Artboards: Manage multiple design layouts within a single document. 7. Pathfinder Panel: Combine, subtract, and intersect shapes to create complex designs. 8. Appearance Panel: Apply multiple fills, strokes, and effects to a single object for versatile styling. 9. Symbols and Reusable Graphics: Save and reuse design elements to maintain consistency. 10. Live Paint: Easily color your artwork by converting it to live paint groups. CorelDRAW 1. Bezier Tool: Create complex shapes and lines with precision using the Bezier tool. 2. LiveSketch Tool: Utilize AI-powered sketching to create vector curves and shapes intuitively. 3. PowerTRACE: Convert bitmaps to editable vector graphics for scalable and high-quality designs. 4. Mesh Fill Tool: Apply complex gradient fills to objects for realistic shading and depth. 5. Symmetry Tool: Easily create symmetrical designs and patterns. 6. Interactive Drop Shadow Tool: Add realistic shadows to objects with customizable settings. 7. Object Styles: Save and apply consistent styles to objects across your designs. 8. Envelope Tool: Distort objects by shaping their envelopes for creative effects. 9. Bitmap Effects: Apply artistic, blur, and distortion effects directly to bitmaps. 10. Typography Tools: Advanced text handling and font management features for sophisticated typographic designs.