Adobe InDesign Introduction

1 Day
Version CS2

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.

Is this the right level for you? Please contact our office at 202.682.4500 if you have any questions.

Managing The InDesign Environment

Introduction to InDesign

Customize Your Workspace

Set General Preferences

Manage Document Presets

Designing Documents

Create a New Document

Alter a Document's Layout

Create the Structure of a Document

Develop Master Pages

Manage Text and Graphic Placement

Develop Layers

Managing Text

Add and Edit Text

Spell Check Text

Thread Text

Change Text Threads

Format Characters and Paragraphs

Manage Styles

Utilizing Colors, Swatches, and Gradients

Utilize Colors

Utilize Swatches

Apply Fills, Gradients, and Strokes

Managing Transparency

Apply Transparency

Apply Transparency Flattener Presents

Utilizing Tables

Create a Table

Modify a Table

Format a Table

Preparing For Handoff To A Service Provider

Check Document for Problems

Print a Document

Package Files

Preview Output

Creating Acrobat PDF Files

Prepare PDF Files for Web Distribution

Manage PDF Presets

Export PDF Files for Printing