Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 (Live Online)

Adobe software is virtually the same on the Mac and PC platforms. When taking this class from one of our locations, it will be taught using PC hardware with Windows software. Minor Mac keyboard and interface differences will be highlighted by the instructor. When taking this course from home or office, students can use either PC or Mac hardware to attach to the hosted Windows-based Adobe software.OverviewThis class includes a thorough review of the InDesign interface including how to use tools and panels, and how to customize and save workspaces. You will learn how to set up documents and save document presets, and navigate and zoom in and out as needed as you work on layouts.To create professional layouts in InDesign you must know how to create text frames and graphic frames, and place text content and images. Once you understand these key skills, you will learn to set up more complex documents using master pages, guides, grids and placeholders; and how to add, rearrange and delete pages using the Pages panel. You will also learn how to format text and paragraphs, and how to create and apply Paragraph and Character Styles.Upon completion of the course, you will understand the correct use of different color modes, how to apply color to design elements, create custom colors, and work with swatches and gradients. Other important core skills include how to find and change missing fonts, check spelling and work with graphic objects.Finally, you will learn to package InDesign projects to send to a printer, creating one final .zip file. You will also learn to create a PDF proof, and export InDesign documents to PDF format, understanding different types of PDFs and how to use PDF presets.Version NoteOur Creative Cloud classes upgrade to the latest CC version as soon as new training materials are released from Adobe. Typically new content is available within 2 to 4 months of a software release.Preparing for CertificationOur Adobe classes use "Official Training Workbooks from Adobe" which are in alignment with the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exams. For individuals seeking certification, we offer Certification Bundles which include training, practice exams, certification study guides, and test vouchers--everything that you will need to successfully obtain Adobe certification.Target StudentThis course is appropriate for beginners and for anyone who is self taught on the basics of InDesign. Quite often even experienced users find they benefit from a Core Skills: Level 1 class to fill in the gaps in their knowledge.PrerequisitesBasic computer and file management skills are required for Core Skills level Adobe courses. Students should know how to - locate, copy and open files; create folders; arrange, re-size, minimize and maximize application windows; start and exit programs; manage use of multiple programs simultaneously; and switch between open programs.Course OutlineIntroducing the WorkspaceGetting startedLooking at the workspaceWorking with panelsCustomizing the workspaceNavigating through a documentUsing context menusUsing panel menusModifying interface preferencesExploring on your ownGetting to Know InDesignGetting startedViewing guidesPreflighting as you workAdding textWorking with stylesWorking with graphicsWorking with objectsWorking with object stylesViewing the document in Presentation modeExploring on your ownSetting up a Document and Working with PagesGetting startedCreating and saving custom document settingsCreating a new documentSwitching between open InDesign documentsWorking with master pagesApplying master pages to document pagesAdding new document pagesRearranging and deleting document pagesChanging the size of pagesAdding sections to change page numberingOverriding master page items and placing text and graphicsPrinting to the edge of the paper: using the bleed guidesViewing the completed spreadExploring on your ownWorking with ObjectsGetting startedWorking with layersCreating and modifying text framesCreating and modifying graphics framesWrapping text around a graphicTransforming and aligning objectsSelecting and modifying grouped objectsDrawing lines and modifying arrowheadsFinishing upExploring on your ownFlowing TextGetting startedFlowing text into an existing frameFlowing text manuallyApplying paragraph styles to textAdjusting columnsAdding a jump line page numberExploring on your ownEditing TextGetting startedEntering and importing textFinding and changing text and formattingChecking spellingExploring on your ownWorking with TypographyGetting startedAdjusting vertical spacingWorking with fonts, type styles, and glyphsFine-tuning columnsChanging paragraph alignmentCreating a drop capAdjusting letter and word spacingAdjusting line breaksExploring on your ownGetting StartedManaging colorDefining printing requirementsCreating colorsApplying colorsExploring on your ownWorking with StylesGetting startedCreating and applying paragraph stylesCreating and applying character stylesGlobally updating stylesLoading styles from another documentExploring on your ownPrinting and ExportingGetting startedPreviewing the pageCreating an Adobe PDF proofCreating a Press-Ready PDF and saving a PDF presetPackaging filesExploring on your own