InDesign CS4 or CS5 Level 1

Learn the history of InDesign, the interface, different document views, how to identify & use graphic frames, text frames & unassigned frames; import images, use transparency effects, applying character & paragraph styles to automate text formatting...

Course Outline

Students enrolled in this course will learn the history of InDesign, the interface, different document views, how to identify and use graphic frames, text frames, and unassigned frames. Students will also learn how to import images, use transparency effects, applying character and paragraph styles to automate text formatting, create multi-page documents, and learn to centralize page layouts in master pages.

We are teaching 5.5 but students can receive the manual for any version back to 4.  We teach in a lab where each student can choose to use either Mac or PC.  The interface is the same just the shortcut keys change.
Course Content Getting Started

• Choosing Panels
• Working with Panels
• Using Workspaces
• Using the Tools Panel
• Using Contextual Menus

Document Setup

• The Welcome Screen
• Setting up Documents
• Choosing Layout Options
• Changing Layout Options
• Using the Document Presets
• Using Document Rulers
• Working with Guides
• Using Smart Guides
• Viewing Transformation Values
• Working with Document Grids
• Changing the Magnification
• View and Pasteboard Controls
• Using the Zoom and Hand Tools
• Controlling Windows
• Working with the Application Bar
• File Maintenance

Basic Text

• Creating Text Frames
• Typing and Selecting Text
• Moving and Deleting Text
• Using the Character Panel
• Setting the Typeface and Point Size
• Styling Text
• Setting Line and Character Spacing
• Applying Text Distortions
• Setting the Language
• Applying Paragraph Formatting
• Setting Alignment and Indents
• Inserting a Manual Indent
• Setting Paragraph Effects
• Working with Hidden Characters
• Using the Glyphs Panel
• Working with Text Flow
• Setting Text Frame General Controls
• Using the Control Panel for Text
• Using Special Text Characters

Imported Graphics

• Placing Artwork
• Using Bridge to Place Artwork
• Specialty Frames
• Setting the Image Import Options
• Working with Images Inside Frames
• Using the Position Tool
• Fitting Graphics in Frames
• Nesting Graphic Elements
• Styling Placed Images
• Linking Graphics
• Embedding Graphics
• Setting Layer Visibility
• Using Clipping Paths
• Importing Transparent Images
• Viewing Images

Text Effects

• Wrapping Text
• Text on a Path
• Working with Paragraph Rules
• Inline and Anchored Objects

Pages and Books

• Changing the Pages Panel
• Adding Blank Pages
• Navigating and Moving Pages
• Creating and Separating Spreads
• Importing Text
• Flowing Text
• Creating Text Breaks
• Working with Master Pages
• Rotating Spreads
• Adjusting Layouts
• Page Numbers and Text Variables

Layers

• Creating and Deleting Layers
• Setting the Layer Options
• Working with Layers

Styles

• Working with Paragraph Styles
• Working with Character Styles
• Working with Styles
• Creating Style Groups
• Loading and Importing Styles
• Importing Text Styles from Word
• Applying Styles and Style Overrides
• Clearing Style Overrides
• Redefining and Deleting Styles
• Automatic Drop Cap Styling
• Using Nested Styles
• Creating Nested Line Styles
• Creating GREP Styles
• Defining Object Styles
• Working with Object Styles
• Defining Tables and Cell Styles
• Using the Quick Apply Feature

Working with Objects

• Types of Frames
• Creating Basic Shapes
• Selecting Objects
• Moving Objects
• Replicating Objects
• Resizing Objects
• Using the Transform Tools
• Using the Transform Panel
• Using the Transform Commands
• Using the Arrange Commands
• Aligning Objects
• Smart Dimensions; Smart Spacing
• Grouping and Pasting Into Objects
• Using the Control Panel for Objects
• Using the Measure Tool
• Using the Info Panel with Objects
• Locking Objects
• Selecting Frames

Working in Color

• The Basics of Color
• Using the Color Panel
• Defining and Storing Swatches
• Using Swatch Libraries
• Creating Mixed Links
• Creating Tints
• Using the Color Picker
• Creating Gradient Swatches
• Using the Eyedropper
• Using the Kuler Panel
• Overprinting Colors

Fills, Strokes, and Effects

• Applying Fills
• Applying Stroke Effects
• Creating Custom Stroke Styles
• Adding Arrows and Corner Options
• Opacity and Blend Mode Effects
• Working with Effects
• Shadow Effects
• Glow Effects
• Bevel and Emboss Effects
• Satin Effect
• Feather Effects
• Setting the Global Light
• Using the Pathfinder Commands
• Using the Eyedropper
• Setting Object Defaults

Points and Paths

• Pen Points
• Drawing Lines and Curves
• Changing Curves and Corner Points
• Modifying Paths and Points
• Using the Pencil Tool
• Using the Smooth Tool
• Using the Erase Tool
• Adding or Deleting Points on Paths

Output

• Printing a Document
• Setting the General Print Options
• Choosing the Setup Controls
• Tiling Pages
• Setting Marks and Bleed
• Setting the Output Controls
• Working with Separations Preview
• Color Separations and Ink Manager
• Setting the Graphics Options
• Setting the Advanced Options
• Flattener Presets and Preview
• Working with Print Presets
• Creating a Print Summary
• Creating Printer’s Spreads
• Creating PostScript Files
• Preflighting Documents
• Creating Preflight Documents
• Setting the Preflight Options
• Packaging a Document

Exporting

• Setting the Export File Options
• Creating PDF Files
• Setting the PDF General Controls
• Setting the PDF Compression Options
• Setting the Output PDF Options
• Setting the Advanced PDF Options
• Setting the Security PDF Options
• Working with PDF Presets
• Creating EPS Files
• InDesign CS3 Interchange Format
• Setting the JPEG Options
• Exporting for InCopy
• Exporting Text
• Exporting Cross-Media Files

Additional Details

Pre-Requisites

Basic computer concepts/skills and knowledge of Windows

Certificates offered

Certificate of completion

Cancellation Policy

10 business days cancellation or full course fee will be charged

Map & Reviews

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Edmonton Training Center
B-11 Cameron Library
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada   T6G 2J8

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Enjoyed the day

Reviewed by Brian F. 2012

   

Concise, clear and well presented. I would request this facilitator for any future courses based on my confidence is her ability to communicate effectively and based on her knowledge of the materials.

Reviewed by Angelique W. 2012

   

We were hoping there would be more about 'forms'. (Portfolio was interesting, but not really releveant to my needs). - Actually, my boss asked if we talked about Forms Manager, I said no, and then we couldn't decide if Forms Manager is something that was discontinued in X (from 9).

Reviewed by Linda S. 2012

   

Parking facilities at the UofA are incredibly expensive, for those who need to drive there. $40/day for parking was disappointing!

Reviewed by Grace B. 2012

   

Made sure you did everyting twice, was double checked by instructor.

Reviewed by Brenda K. 2012

   

Had never done Excel before, it was all greek to me. Maybe need to repeat work sheets twice. I will come back for repeat class.

Reviewed by Brenda K. 2012

   

Great course

Reviewed by Trevor H. 2011

   

Course instuctor did not hand out the manuals until end of the day. Therefore not able to write notes in for reference later on. - kinda silly.

Reviewed by Mike C. 2011

   

You shoudl have a Excel 3 class available

Reviewed by Brandy Z. 2011

   

Great training, had to meet the various needs from no experience to some with experience. Washrooms looked tired and need of improvement. Personally prefer an early start/early finish 8am to 3pm would be great

Reviewed by David S. 2011

   

Course materials were not handed out till the end of the course and may have been useful to follow along. Some of the example/course files were missing from my folder.

Reviewed by Craig B. 2011

   

The Instructor was very knowledgable on the subject. The class moved quickly. I think an additional day would have been nice.

Reviewed by Cheryl . 2011

   

Trainer was open to answering questions and provide information in a clear manner.

Reviewed by Maureen D. 2011

   

Well presented, hands on course! The instructor was extremely knowledgable and helpful!! I have already reccommended this course to my managers.

Reviewed by Kelly D. 2011

   

The trainer I had was great. She had a great personality that kept me interested. Awesome Job! Thank you

Reviewed by Lindsey G. 2011

   

The course was excellent and the instructor did a great job but why does everybody cut the time short. I think we should take a shorter lunch and get more class time instead of leaving a half of an hour early!

Reviewed by Darlene T. 2011

   

EXCELLENT instructor!!! Very patient ... customized the class to the needs of the students!

Reviewed by Jackie G. 2011

   

The only improvement I can suggest is focusing a bit more on the basics of Visio - more on Org & flow charts as opposed to so much time spent on designing rooms.

Reviewed by Karyn G. 2011

   

George was personable and easy to follow and work with.

Reviewed by Suzanne S. 2011

   

Sue is an awesome instructor!

Reviewed by Cathy P. 2011

   

The instructor was excellent. It was evident that several of us who were competent with Excel 2003 Level 1 should have probably taken Excel 2007 Level 1 again rather than Excel 2007 Level 2, but the instructor was very patient and managed to cover basics from Level I as well as Level 2.

Reviewed by Kim C. 2011

   

With myself being very green with this program I got very useful information that I can use daily.

Reviewed by Rick . 2011

   

One more hour would allow for more hands-on training.

Reviewed by Kerstin M. 2011

   

Good course. Friendly instructor. I found the speed of the course to be a little slow for me, however I understand that other attendees required more help/detail than I did. Overall, a good experience.

Reviewed by Jenna N. 2011