Adobe On-Demand: InDesign Complete (Levels 1 & 2)

5 DaysLive Online & In-CenterInstructor-led since 1983Course Code: GIDXC8

Course overview

*** This is an On-Demand (self-study) course, 180-day, 24/7 access via the internet *** (Applicable State and Local taxes may be added for On-Demand purchases, depending on your location.) You may take this course at any time; there are no set dates. Note: the 180-day access period begins at time of purchase. About Adobe On-Demand Our Adobe On-Demand classes are self-study courses with 30 to 40 hours of content. They include hours of videos, hands-on labs, and knowledge checks created by Adobe and third-party educators to mirror the content found in the traditional live instructor-led versions of this course. **What You Need to Take this Training** You will need the product software on your computer (PC or MAC), high-speed internet connection, Access to Google Drive or OneDrive for downloading files. This Adobe On-Demand class will cover the same topics that are covered in the Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 and Level 2 classes through the eLearning web edition of the text. This class also includes expanded InDesign tutorials and related labs which are designed to reinforce new skills and prepare the user for the Adobe ACP Certification exam for InDesign. It is not required that the student take the exams. Version Note Our Creative Cloud classes upgrade to the latest CC version as soon as new official training materials are released from Adobe. This is typically 2 to 4 months from a new software release. In addition, the expanded tutorials are oriented toward the Adobe ACP certification exams. The tutorials are typically updated within 6 months of a new exam release. This Adobe On-Demand class will cover the same topics that are covered in the Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 and Level 2 classes through the eLearning web edition of the text. This class also includes expanded InDesign tutorials and related labs which are designed to reinforce new skills and prepare the user for the Adobe ACP Certification exam for InDesign. It is not required that the student take the exams. Version Note Our Creative Cloud classes upgrade to the latest CC version as soon as new official training materials are released from Adobe. This is typically 2 to 4 months from a new software release. In addition, the expanded tutorials are oriented toward the Adobe ACP certification exams. The tutorials are typically updated within 6 months of a new exam release.

Prerequisites

Basic computer and file management skills are required for Core Skills level Adobe courses. Students should know how to - locate, copy and open files; create folders; arrange, re-size, minimize and maximize application windows; start and exit programs; manage use of multiple programs simultaneously; and switch between open programs. Adobe On-Demand Learner Profiles Adobe On-Demand is a self-study training solution that was designed for two types of learners. First, Adobe On-Demand is a great fit for experienced graphics or web professionals who don't need a traditional classes to upgrade their existing skills. They can pick and choose topics to make the most effective use of their time. Second, Adobe On-Demand is perfect for highly-motivated individuals who are new to Adobe products and need to space their learning over a period of weeks or months. These learners can take their time and repeat sections as needed until they master the new concepts. ONLC Extras ONLC Training Centers bundles in valuable extras with our Adobe On-Demand Courses. These extras are not available from other training companies. Adobe Official Workbook. Get the Adobe Official Training Workbook in both hard copy text and the web edition. The web edition contains online lessons with downloadable files for the projects. Also there are interactive quizzes, videos, and updated material covering new feature releases from Adobe. Expanded Tutorial Access. These are a series of project-based labs with online videos hosted by industry professionals. The tutorials take a real-world approach to learning and are an excellent complement to the feature-based learning provided in the Adobe Official Workbook. (180-day Access.) 24/7 Online Support. You will be able to chat online with a content matter expert while you are taking your Adobe On-Demand class. And, with your permission, the expert can even take over your computer to provide with assistance with your labs. (3-Month Access.) ILT Participant Option. You've purchased Adobe On-Demand, have gone through the training and decided that you still want to see a live class. Just pay the difference between the Adobe On-Demand course and the Instructor-Led Training (ILT) class and you can have a seat in our live class. Get both self-study and live, instructor-led training for the retail price of the instructor-led class alone! (Available for either the instructor-led Level 1 or Level 2 class. Only one class per participant.) Do You Still Prefer a Live, Instructor-led Class? Already know Adobe On-Demand training is not right for you? We also offer this same course content in a live, instructor-led format. For more details, click on the links below: Adobe InDesign CC Core Skills: Level 1 and Adobe InDesign CC Core Skills: Level 2 Interested in More Training? For individuals seeking comprehensive training, we offer bundles so that you can attend multiple Adobe InDesign classes at a discount. For more information on savings, go to: Adobe InDesign Bundle COURSE DETAILS Basic computer and file management skills are required for Core Skills level Adobe courses. Students should know how to - locate, copy and open files; create folders; arrange, re-size, minimize and maximize application windows; start and exit programs; manage use of multiple programs simultaneously; and switch between open programs.

Course outline

Lesson 1: Introducing the Workspace Getting started Reviewing and customizing the work area Selecting and using tools Working with panels Reviewing the document window and Pasteboard Navigating through a document Changing the magnification of a document Exploring on your own Lesson 2: Getting to Know InDesign Getting started Viewing guides Adding text Working with styles Working with graphics Adding a graphic with a text prompt Working with objects Working with object styles Preflighting as you work Viewing the document in Presentation mode Exploring on you own Lesson 3: Setting up a Document and Working with Pages Getting started Creating a new document Creating and saving custom document settings Creating a new document from a preset Working with parent pages Applying parent pages to document pages Adding new document pages Rearranging and deleting document pages Changing the size of pages within one InDesign document Adding sections to change page numbering Printing to the edge of the paper: Using the bleed guides Rotating spreads for easier editing Exploring on your own Lesson 4: Working with Objects Getting started Introducing layers Transforming the shape of frames Creating and modifying graphics frames Adding metadata captions to graphics frames Wrapping text around a graphic Transforming and aligning objects Selecting and modifying grouped objects Drawing lines and adding arrowheads Exploring on you won Lesson 5: Working with Color Getting started Managing color Defining printing requirements Creating colors Applying colors Finding and changing color swatches Working with tint swatches Working with gradients Working with color groups Exploring on you own Lesson 6: Flowing Text Getting started Flowing text into an existing frame Flowing text manually Creating text frames while flowing text Creating threaded frames automatically Flowing text automatically Using Find/Change to delete extra paragraph returns Applying paragraph styles to text Adjusting columns Using the baseline grid to align text Adding a jump line page number Exploring on your own Lesson 7: Editing Text Getting started Entering and importing text Finding and changing text and formatting Checking spelling Using the Story Editor Tracking changes and adding notes Exploring on your own Lesson 8: Working with Typography Adjusting vertical spacing Working with fonts, type styles, and glyphs Working with columns Changing paragraph alignment Creating a drop cap Adjusting letter and word spacing Adjusting line breaks Setting tabs Working with paragraph shading and rules Exploring on your own Lesson 9: Working with Styles Getting started Creating and applying paragraph styles Creating and applying character styles Nesting character styles inside paragraph styles Creating and applying object styles Creating and applying table and cell styles Globally updating styles Loading styles from another document Exploring on your own Lesson 10: Creating Tables Getting started Working with Tables Converting text to a table Changing rows and columns Formatting a table Adding graphics to table cells Creating a header row Creating and applying table and cell styles Exploring on you own Lesson 11: Importing and Modifying Graphics Getting started Adding graphics from other programs Comparing vector and pixel-based graphic Managing links to importing files Updating revised graphics Adjusting display quality Importing and sizing graphics Editing placed pictures Working with dropped backgrounds Importing native Adobe graphic files Using Subject-Aware Text Wrap Filling type with a graphic Using an InDesign library to manage objects Using generative AI features in InDesign Exploring on you own Lesson 12: Working with Transparency Getting started Creating a background graphic Applying transparency settings Adding transparency effects to imported vector and bitmap graphics Importing and adjusting Illustrator files that use transparency Applying transparency settings to text Working with effects Exploring on your own Lesson 13: Printing and Exporting Getting started Preflighting files Previewing separations Managing colors Previewing the pages Creating an Adobe PDF proof Creating a press-ready PDF and saving a PDF preset Printing a proof and saving a print preset Packaging files Exporting graphics for the web and other digital destinations Exporting pages for social media Exploring on your own Lesson 14: Creating Adobe PDF Files with Form Fields Getting started Setting up a workspace for forms Adding form fields Setting the tab order of the fields Adding a button to submit the form Exporting an interactive PDF file Testing your form in Adobe Acrobat Reader Exploring on your own Lesson 15: Creating a Fixed-Layout Epub and Publishing Online Getting started Creating a new document for fixed-layout export EPUB: Fixed-layout vs. reflowable Adding animation Buttons Adding multimedia and interactive elements Exporting a fixed-layout EPUB file InDesign Publish Online Exploring on your own

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