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Adobe - InDesign (Basic)

Get started with InDesign and learn how to create shapes, to work with tables and to manipulate text and objects.

Private session

This training is available in a private or personalized format. It can be provided in one of our training centres or at your offices. Call one of our consultants of submit a request online.

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Duration: 2 days
Regular price: On request

Course outline

Module 1

Duration : 2 days

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Objectives	Understand the InDesign interface. Create and open a document, book or library. Use design tools. Create and manage shapes. Create and manage text elements. Use the different publishing methods.
Teaching method	Exposés - Démonstrations - Exercices dirigés.
Contents
	Getting to know InDesign Understand the usefulness of the work canvas Understand how guides, grids and rulers work Understanding the use of margins and columns Understanding units of measurement
	Knowledge of work tools Know how to use tools Use of palettes Understanding display modes
	Creating a color palette Choose a color palette Determine color mode Create color sets
	Create a document Create a page Manage page sequence Manage master pages
	Creating shapes Creating and modifying shapes Learn about shape types Fill and trace shapes Placing images Creating a mask Import objects Creating gradients Add a gradient to the color palette
	Handling text elements Create a text element Create a text paragraph Creating styles Linking text paragraphs Wrapping text around a shape Working with text on a path
	Handling objects Transforming objects Applying effects to objects Using compound paths
	Working with tables Creating a table Managing table properties
	Publish a document Publish on paper Publish in PDF format

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