Although Microsoft Word and Apache OpenOffice are perfect when it comes to writing simple reports or using simple formatting tools, they are quite limited. Programs such as Adobe Indesign are ideal for creating brochures, magazines, books with intricate image and text placements and other printed documents. If you are new to the Adobe Indesign program, this will help you feel more at ease.
1. Adjusting the layout of your document is simpler than ever
Instead of adjusting your texts and images one by one, you can click "File", then "Adjust layout" to adjust the layout more quickly.
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2. It is possible to create Ebooks with Indesign!
If you wish to create an electronic document, you start by creating a new document. It is imperative to choose the Digital publishing option. You then need to export the document in EPUB format. After that it is possible to upload it to book stores such as Kindle. If you are interested in learning more about this, take a look at this article, 10 Essential Tips for Creating eBooks (EPUBs) in InDesign.
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3. Keyboard shortcuts
To switch through your tools in Indesign, there are plenty of keyboard shortcuts. You can easily find out which ones by hovering over the tool. The "T" button will you allow you to use the text tool for example.
4. Indesign can create color palettes!
If you are inspired by an image but are having a hard time creating a color palette yourself, you can use the color theme tool. This is found with the eyedropper tool.
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5. It is possible to import Photoshop files!
If you want to include the images that you worked on in Photoshop, you can easily import the Photoshop files. If you do this, you can edit your Photoshop files and they will automatically update the next time you open your Indesign file.
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