There are two methods for creating backup files in CorelDRAW  7. Both options, Make Back up on
Save, and Auto back up, may be accessed by clicking Tools, Options, Advanced.  These options can
be invoked individually or concurrently.

Make Backup On Save
A backup file is created when a document is saved more than once during a work session. All backup
files are given a file name beginning with BACKUP_OF_ and the file name. For example, the backup
of SAMPLE.CDR will be named BACKUP_OF_SAMPLE.CDR.  This backup file remains on the
hard drive until manually deleted.    

To enable the Back up on Save feature, perform the following steps:
1.  Click Tools, Options, Advanced.
2.  Enable the Make Back up on Save check box.

Note: Backup files will always be saved in the same folder as the original file.  This can not be
changed.

The original file can be restored by opening the backup file.  After opening a backup file, it is
recommended that the file be saved under a new file name.

Auto Backup
This option backs up the file at scheduled intervals which are preset by the CorelDRAW user. The
automatic timer is activated the instant document contents change, and a file is generated with the file
name AUTOBACKUP_OF_.   Auto back up files are removed from the hard drive when
CorelDRAW is closed or when the document is saved.

The auto back file up remains on the hard drive if the application is closed down abnormally.  If this
occurs, try the following steps:

1.  Close all applications and restart the computer.
2.  Using Windows Explorer, locate the folder where the auto backup file is located..  By default, this
will be the same folder where the original file was saved.
3.  Click the file, and click File, Rename.  
4.  Type a new file name for this file.
5.  Launch CorelDRAW, and open the file.

To enable the Auto Back up feature, perform the following steps:

1.  Click Tools, Options, Advanced.
3.  Enable the Auto Back up check box.
4.  Enter an interval time in the number list box (from 1 to 120 minutes).
5.  Be default, the folder where the original file is saved is used for the auto backup file.  This can be
changed by enabling the Always Back-up To check box, and selecting another folder. 

Note: It is possible to disable both back up features, but it is not recommended.  Avoid the    
irretrievable loss of valuable work by using at least one of these back up features during each
CorelDRAW work session.