
Aaron describes this section and the value of getting started in quickly creating an Indesign project.
You will learn the mouse click standards, graphics, sounds, and meaning used in this course and in Indesign.
Learn how to configure section numbering options, units and increments, turning on grids, and setting display performance.
Learn to create a file in Indesign. This process is very different compared to other programs.
Learn to configure the toolbars, controls, and panels necessary to do your book layout. Save and create workspaces.
Learn how to zoom and navigate the page layout workspace.
What are grids, snapping, and hidden characters? Learn why each is important and how you can benefit from their use.
Learn all about this section and what it covers when talking about text boxes.
What are text boxes and how to create them is answered in this lesson
Pasting text can be handy but also has downsides. Learn the pros and cons of this technique.
Link to external documents to manage changes.
Learn to manage basic text alignment inside of a text box.
Learn to vertically align the text in a text box. This feature is in an unexpected location.
Adding text frame adjustments to text boxes.
Create text columns for your layout.
Learn what "stroke" is in Indesign and how you can use it to guide your reader.
Managing the margins, indents, and gutters will help control your layout for a more professional look.
How to adjust optical alignment of text and why it's important.
Learn about leading (line spacing) and tracking (letter spacing)
How to add vertical text to a layout as well as text along a path.
Threading text is a critical skill for Indesign users. Learn how to link your text boxes.
Learn about the different font families and what they mean to you.
Learn how to find fonts on your computer and how to add them.
Find different fonts in your Indesign document.
Learn how to adjust the case, whether it's lower case, Title Case, UPPER CASE, or any other options available.
How to set up master pages and why they're important to your layout.
What are running headers and footers, how to create them, and why they're important to your design.
How to number pages.
Create the overall fonts and style for your magazine layout.
How to control hyphenation, when it's useful, and when it can cause problems.
Learn why to use character styles in parallel with paragraph styles.
How to add a drop caps look using character styles in conjunction with paragraph styles.
How to add bullets or numbered lists to a paragraph.
Learn what the images and pictures section will teach you and what the takeaways are.
How to place and manage pictures.
Learn the difference between linking and embedding a picture into an Indesign file
Learn to control opacity/transparency with your objects and images.
Add stroked borders to images and how to use them.
How to wrap text around objects simply.
How to use layers and grouping effectively.
What is image bleed and how you can get your images to print to the very edge of the paper or digital document.
Learn about print resolutions and requirements so you can work with your printer without too much stress.
Learn to manage tables in InDesign for magazine layouts, including charts, graphs, and tabular data. The lesson explains interface quirks and common mistakes to help you navigate tables like spreadsheets.
Add a table to your layout.
Learn to create color swatches. Also learn about the different types of black.
Create basic graphics shapes with these techniques and tools.
Add text to shapes and make the text look good.
How to add gradients and feathers to shapes.
Check to make sure the ink density isn't too high to prevent printing issues.
Adding pull quotes to the general layout
Build your table of contents with these techniques.
Learn the real-time process of building magazine layouts in InDesign CC, including left and right pages, spreads, text, photos, and genre-specific design for fashion, adventure, travel, and architecture.
Learn to run the spell checker in Indesign. It's a useful last safety check.
Learn why preflight checking is important and how to use it.
Prepare and export the file for PDF for printing or digital distribution.
Learn to create professional magazine and catalog layouts using Adobe Indesign CC. Creating effective and engaging designs is everything to getting people to read your product. People react positively to quality layouts. By using the techniques in this class, you will be on your way to making your magazine just the way you want it.
This class shows you how to use Indesign CC to create modern magazine pages & spreads quickly and effectively. If you make catalogs, magazines, or other media in this family, you need to know the skills in this course. The techniques I teach will make you faster and your designs better.
If you create magazines or have clients that need your help, this course is for you! Most other Indesign courses teach lots of extra material that won't help you. This course is specifically targeted at people who want to create professional designs quickly and effectively. You will avoid the headaches of inexperienced mistakes.
Jason: "I really appreciate the effort and detail in this course. We have nearly doubled our positive feedback for our construction industry publication!"
From Aaron: "Hi there, my name is Aaron and I've professionally taught Indesign to hundreds of students. I've created thousands of layouts in Indesign CC. The interface has changed over time and the techniques are always changing. Once you understand Indesign, you'll find these techniques will help improve your readership. You'll learn everything you need to know to be successful. This course is filled with instruction that gets you to success fast."
This course will allow you to create your own layouts and prepare them for printing. Many "pro" layout designers charge a huge amount of money for their work. If you fail to provide them with guidance, you'll end up with a look you don't like. That's why I made this course. It's for people who want to learn how to make great magazines quickly with Indesign CC.
This course helps you avoid these mistakes:
Poor font choices
Low-reader feedback
Color mistakes
Printing issues
It's so easy to make mistakes and not see them while making a layout. Aaron's publishing success has translated into this course. Now you can create your own designs on your own time.
This course includes:
How to plan your layouts
How to quickly extract images for pages
Ideas for creating effective designs
How to merge text and graphics
Aaron shares the tricks he's learned over years of publishing magazines and books. The goal of this course is to teach you how to make your own layouts and not look like an amateur doing it. You'll learn the necessary skills to get the job done.
Manuscript software formatting guidelines include:
Adobe Indesign CC
There are a lot of small but important details in making page layouts. Avoid making errors by enrolling in this course. You spent countless hours on your writing and images. Don't make the rookie mistake of making your publication look amateurish.
Who this course is for:
Anyone wanting to create great magazines
Aaron's course is for people with no Indesign CC experience. No previous knowledge is required.
This course is relaxed and bite-sized. It's broken down into small skills that won't overwhelm you. You only need basic computer skills to succeed.
Save time with this course over long masterclasses that cover a lot of what you don't need. This course gives you exactly what you need to get the job done. You won't wade through endless discussions and stories that aren't relevant to your thumbnail creation. Save time and get the job done faster with this class.
Requirements
Active Adobe Indesign Installation
Basic computer skills
I look forward to seeing you inside the lessons!