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The Basics of Print Design

Envato Tuts+ via YouTube

Overview

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Dive into the world of print design with this comprehensive 1-hour 10-minute course. Learn essential skills for aspiring print designers, from setting up workspaces and structuring documents to mastering typesetting and color palette selection. Compare Adobe InDesign and Affinity Publisher to choose the right software for your needs. Explore InDesign basics for designing magazines, books, and brochures. Discover foolproof methods for choosing color palettes, typography tips, image importing techniques, and ways to create impactful designs. Master the process of preparing files for print and exporting them correctly. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their print design skills, this course covers everything from understanding DPI and CMYK to creating professional-quality print materials.

Syllabus

1.1 - Introduction.
1.2 - InDesign vs. Affinity Publisher.
2.1 - The Essentials.
2.2 - 3 Ways to Create an Effective Workspace.
2.3 - The Structure of Your Document.
3.1 - 3 Foolproof Ways to Choose a Color Palette.
3.2 - 4 Typography Tips.
3.3 - 3 Essential Steps for Importing Images.
3.4 - 5 Ways to Create Impact in Your Design.
4.1 - 4 Steps to Get Your File Ready for Print.
4.2 - Exporting Files for Print.
5.1 - Conclusion.

Taught by

Envato Tuts+

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  • Jojomonvarghese
    Helpful for design creation

    I always wonder what kind of workflow that makes high quality from the beginning till print and what kind of Info's the printer needs to know from the designer

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