Pros
Awesome software if you're running XP!
Cons
Windows 7 wouldn't even read the disc. Corel says it will not install in Windows 7 64-bit, and Corel will not offer support. Their solution is to spend more money buying a more expensive Corel product.
Summary
Boycott Corel!
You can try this:
How to get it working under Windows 7 - 64bit.
To Install under Windows 7, you need to first acquire an outdated DirectX dll (d3drm.dll) that was not included with either Vista or Win 7. Win XP will have it in the \Windows\System32 folder. Once you have the dll copy it to the appropriate Windows 7 folder:
For 32bit: \Windows\System32\
For 64bit: \Windows\SysWOW64\
Reboot your system. Then you should be able to successfully install Cool 3D (the DLLs will now be able to register).
Modify the shortcut so that it is set for Windows XP (Service Pack 2) compatibility).
When prompted by the Program Compatibility Assistant when launching Cool 3D chose the Run Program option.
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Reply by cypriana9999 on September 17, 2013
Hi Loudoom
Thanks for you suggestion, I installed the d3dr. file and it worked, up to a point. I have the disc of Ulead Video 8 which also has Cool 3d on it. The program runs ok and operating from within itself, and I can export as avi files to my videos (now using Cyberlink 8- it's not perfect but quite ok. The only thing I do not seem to be able to do is to import jpeg photos as background. An error message says it is not supported though I am sure I used to able to do so when it was on on XP.
Also could you explain "Modify the shortcut so that it is set for Windows XP (Service Pack 2) compatibility)."
I can not work that bit out.
Thanks
Cypriana
Pros
I have used ULead graphics products previously. It was my go-to graphics editor for lettered graphics. Simple, reliable.
Cons
I downloaded it twice, but it would not install either time. The error was that several of its own DLL files were not found. Not happy with that.
Summary
Wish I could try it, but it seems too buggy an install to work. Too bad. I used to like it a lot.
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Pros
Very easy to generate 3D text in a wide variety of formats
Cons
Has been off support ever since it was purchased by Corel.
Cannot be installed in Windows 7 with out some help.
Summary
I purchased this from Ulead back in 2003 and have been using it ever since. I have been running it under Windows XP until today (when I was able to get it working under Windows 7 - 64bit).
To Install under Windows 7, you need to first acquire an outdated DirectX dll (d3drm.dll) that was not included with either Vista or Win 7. Win XP will have it in the \Windows\System32 folder. Once you have the dll copy it to the appropriate Windows 7 folder:
For 32bit: \Windows\System32\
For 64bit: \Windows\SysWOW64\
Reboot your system. Then you should be able to successfully install Cool 3D (the DLLs will now be able to register).
Modify the shortcut so that it is set for Windows XP (Service Pack 2) compatibility).
When prompted by the Program Compatibility Assistant when launching Cool 3D chose the Run Program option.
That should do it.
Would sure be nice if Corel woult ressurect this awesome program and bring it forward with the times (or sell the rights to a company that will).
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Pros
I've used this program in this past and knew it was easy to use and would perform the task I needed.
Cons
I'm running Win7 64 bit and the installer doesn't play nice.
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Reply by Elissiana on December 12, 2011
Fix for 64-bit Windows 7 users!
I purchased this software before using it on WinXp. But it wouldn't work with 64-bit. It says you need d3rm.dll before it will run. Simply download this dll and save it in 2 locations - system32 and the ULEAD folder.
Then right click the start icon and click troubleshoot compatibility.
Click to run on Winxp previous version. It will work!
Make beautiful 3d titles for videos and documents instantly no need for 3d software which takes ages to animate and create.
Pros
This does not work for Windows 7. This is sabotage
Cons
Corel does not support eve for the people who purchsed this product. Please Boycot Corell
Summary
This is a wonderful product destroyed by Corel. It does not work for Windows 7
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Pros
Looks comprehensive
Cons
Slow!!! Opening a file simple took 100% of dual processor system for 2 minutes. Every action involved a redraw of the entire application. The lite version is snappy and useful but no timeline so not useful for more complex moves
Summary
Don't even bother downloading it. It's a dog.
It's a pity becuase it has the right feature set.
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