InDesign 2023 Quick Start

Course details

Do you want to learn how to use Adobe InDesign but have little time to spare? Then look no further than Kladi's dynamic and fast-paced course. In this series of concise and informative lessons, Kladi covers the bare basics of how to use InDesign. Kladi shows you how to create and set up a new document, create a custom workspace and manage Layers, set up multiple-grid layouts, and use Parent Pages. She demonstrates how to import text and use the new Auto Style feature, then shows how to create graphic frames and place your images in them. Kladi steps you through using Share for Review and the Locate Color feature, and covers how to export your files for print or online publication. Kladi concludes by teaching you how to preview and test any interactive elements directly in InDesign. With Kladi's guidance, you'll create stunning work in InDesign in no time.

Concepts

Introduction

InDesign - Discover the fundamental tools

Document Set Up

Create a new document in InDesign
Create a document fit for print
Create a reusable preset
Save a file to your machine
Explore the default workspace and create a custom one

Layout

Create parent pages to create a structure
Organize and manage content with layers
Use guides to create a grid

Add and Manage Text

Import text in a document
Use Auto Style to automatically format text
Manage Paragraph styles
Use Next Styles to apply multiple Paragraph styles
Create and manage Character styles

Add and Manage Images

Place images inside a document
Embed images to incorporate assets
Use the object style to consistently style frames

Color

Extract color themes from an image
Quickly locate and change a color

Interactive PDF

Create a digital document
Customize the workspace for interactivity
Add hyperlinks and buttons to any document
Preview and test interactivity features before exporting

Export and Review Files

Publish and share your document online
Export a file ready for print
Speed up the review and edit process

Conclusion

Practice the course techniques and learn more