Adobe InDesign / Stephanie Torta.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Torta, Stephanie, Author.

Contributor:

Torta, Stephanie

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (352 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Dulles, VA : Mercury Learning and Information, [2024]

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

This book explores the world of digital design, tailored for beginners eager to master Adobe InDesign, as well as a valuable resource for experienced users looking to refine their skills. It demystifies the complexities of Adobe InDesign, defining the essential tools and skills through a series of engaging projects and hands-on tutorials. From navigating the interface workspace to customizing it to fit your project, this book lays a solid foundation. Learn the basics of the Adobe InDesign interface, including how to open and create new documents, understand the workspace, and tailor the program to your preferences. Gain practical experience with a variety of projects, such as web/hero banners, social media advertisements, presentation backgrounds, logos, flyers, posters, postcards, book or magazine covers, newsletters, and booklets. Each project builds upon the previous, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the capabilities of InDesign. The book includes a complete, “Save the Sharks” marketing campaign to apply your skills in a real-world context, with the option to customize content for your own campaigns. Whether you're starting your design career or looking to expand your skill set, this book provides the tools needed to create professional-quality designs with confidence. Explore the rich features of Adobe InDesign and unleash your creative potential!

Contents:

Cover

Title

Copyright

Acknowledgments

Contents

Image Links and Licensing

Introduction

How to use this book

Chapter 1: Learning the Workspace

1.1 - Opening and Creating a New Document

1.2 - The Workspace Overview

1.3 - Customization

1.4 - Page Overview

1.5 - Using Rulers, Guides, and Grids

1.6 - Navigation

Chapter 2: In-Depth Projects

2.1 - Web/Hero Banner

2.2 - Social Media/Web Advertisement

2.3 - Presentation Backgrounds

2.4 - Logo

2.5 - Single-page Flyer (Print)

Chapter 3: Focused Projects

3.1 - Single-sided Poster

3.2 - Two-sided Postcard

3.3 - Book or Magazine Cover

3.4 - Newsletter

3.5 - Booklet

Chapter 4: Further Study

4.1 - Reworking Book Projects

4.2 - Additional Project Ideas

4.3 - Incorporating Additional Programs

Appendix

Project Figures

Project Tutorial Videos

Quick Skill Videos

Common Key Commands

Common File Formats

Glossary of Key Terms

Index.

Notes:

Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (publisher's Web site, viewed 26. Mrz 2024)

ISBN:

9781683926023

1683926021

9781683926030

168392603X

OCLC:

1431976808