Adobe On-Demand: InDesign Complete (Levels 1 & 2) Course Outline
*** This is an On-Demand (self-study) course, 180-day, 24/7 access via the internet ***
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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.
Overview
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
Overview
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.
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
View outline in Word
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