![]() In newspapers, a familiarity with InDesign is crucial for writers, designers, copy editors, advertising agents, photographers and editors. Resumes PDFs, static elements for Web sites.ġ1 So let’s build a page Magazine-style layout with “lead” story, “centerpiece” and Photoshop elements. ![]() Text and lines from InDesign Photos edited, cut out in Photoshop Graphic from library They maintain all of their attributes, including transparencies. Running both programs at once allows the editor to make changes to the story while the designer is still working on the page.ħ Adobe integration Files created in Photoshop (photo editing) and Illustrator (graphics, charts) and PDFs can be dropped directly into InDesign documents. All of these items can be stored in a “library” for use all the time.Ħ Editing a page Writers and Copy Editors use Adobe InCopy with InDesign to edit stories. Designers are encouraged to use “news judgment” when placing stories and photos high or low on page.ĥ Elements of a page Every page is a simple combination of text and photos Text color can be modified “Kickers” sit above “headlines” “Typography” is important for “centerpiece” design, but should be avoided for all other stories “Briefs” often support the rest of the page, are shorter, quick reads and get smaller headlines.“Art” is often listed with stories but sometimes can be gathered based on a particular topic.Stories may come from local reporters, AP, NYT, or OHNO.Often used in conjunction with database software such as DTI or News Edit Pro. Works seamlessly with other Adobe products, such as Photoshop, InCopy, Illustrator, Acrobat and DreamWeaver. ![]() ![]() Evolved from Adobe PageMaker which was used by newspapers for basic layout purposes. By Justin Beckett Production Team Leader Dayton Daily NewsĢ What is InDesign? Graphic design software used by newspapers, magazines, book companies, advertising agencies and online developers.
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