
Explore the Affinity Publisher interface, the left tool panel, move and node tools, pages and master pages, front and back business cards, stock assets, and customizing studios.
Discover Studio Link to access designer and photo tools inside Affinity Publisher, swapping between designer, photo, and publisher personas; unlock full potential by owning all three apps.
Create and link versatile text frames in Affinity Publisher to flow text across multiple pages, convert shapes to text frames, and style text with fonts and filler text.
Set up a two-page cmyk business card document in Affinity Publisher, using 88 mm by 55 mm, 300 dpi, millimeters, 2 mm margins, 3 mm bleed, and consider country standards.
Set up the document, design the front of a business card, add name and title in Open Sans, align text with rulers, draw icons, and place a QR code.
Export your Affinity Publisher project to a print-ready PDF by setting bleeds, margins, and 300 dpi, export all pages, and convert text to curves if required.
Set up a home-printed business card on A4, export margins and bleeds pdf, and align front and back with cutting guides and ink color bars for 300 dpi.
Design a business card in Affinity Publisher V2, explore tools and keyboard shortcuts, and complete hands-on practice with bonus videos and future updates.
Welcome to the world of professional desktop publishing with Affinity Publisher V2! This introductory course is designed for individuals with no prior experience in Affinity Publisher, guiding you through the fundamentals of creating stunning layouts for print and digital media.
What You'll Learn
Familiarize yourself with the Affinity Publisher interface and its intuitive layout.
Master the process of setting up a new print-ready document, ensuring your designs are ready for professional printing.
Explore the essential tools and features of Affinity Publisher 2, including text formatting, image frame, and page layout techniques.
Who Should Take This Course
Graphic designers and creative professionals seeking to expand their skill set beyond Adobe InDesign.
Beginners with an interest in desktop publishing and exploring the capabilities of Affinity Publisher.
Individuals who have purchased the Affinity Suite but are hesitant to venture into Affinity Publisher.
Prerequisites
No prior experience in Affinity Publisher is required. Basic computer literacy and familiarity with image editing software are recommended.
Unit 1 - Introduction to Affinity Publisher V2
Navigating the Affinity Publisher interface
Understanding the concept of workspace and document setup
Unit 2 - Creating a Print-Ready Document
Setting up page layout parameters for print documents
Working with page margins, guides, and bleeds