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FreeHand MX review

7.3

Editors' Rating

Very Good

Typical price:£ 289

Verdict

Macromedia devotees should add FreeHand MX to their stable. But it's still not as intuitive as CorelDraw 11... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Strong illustration tools
  • Smooth integration with Macromedia’s other Web-centric products
  • Excellent multi-page document handling.

Cons

  • Underpowered Layers palette and static panels make for an awkward interface.


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