Adobe InDesign Introduction

1 Day
Version CS4 (View Version CS3 Agenda)

Course Description

This instructor-led, hands-on course teaches students the basic skills needed to create publications using Adobe InDesign. Some of the topics include creating master pages, importing text, and creating PDF files.

Prerequisites

This course is designed for users that are new to Adobe InDesign or are self-taught. In order to successfully complete this course, we recommend that you first take Softek’s Introduction to Windows course or have equivalent knowledge. You should feel comfortable using a mouse and have a working knowledge of the Windows environment.

Exploring the InDesign Environment

Explore the InDesign Interface

Customize the Interface

Explore the Navigation Controls

Set General and Interface Preferences

Designing Documents

Create a Document

Add Text

Add Graphic

Convert Other Application Files to InDesign

Enhancing Documents

Format Characters and Paragraphs

Apply Color, Swatches, and Gradients

Apply Fills and Strokes

Create and Apply Styles

Working with Page Elements

Arrange Objects

Align Objects

Manage Page Elements with Layers

Set Up Pages

Managing Objects

Transform Objects

Edit Objects

Thread Text Frames

Search and Replace Objects

Edit Text

Working with Tables

Create a Table

Modify a Table Structure

Format a Table

Create Table and Cell Styles

Finalizing Documents

Check Documents for Errors

Print a Document

Package Files

Export PDF Files for Commercial Printing

Prepare PDF Files for Web Distribution

Is this the right level for you? Please contact our office at (202) 747-5000 if you have any questions.