Adobe InDesign

Setup

  • Make sure your Control strip at top of your screen (Window->Control) is on.
  • Consider what measurement system you will use for dimensions - inches? mm? picas?

Common issues

  • Remember that InDesign defaults to linking rather than embedding. Use the Package function (File->Package) to copy all linked files into a folder.

  • For class, use the "High quality print" setting to make PDFs,File>Adobe PDF Presets->[High Quality Print]. Other uses, such as posting files online or professional printing, may need other specific settings.

Troubleshooting

In case of major problems (missing functions, crashes, etc.) do the following.

  • Windows: Start InDesign, and as soon as it begins to start, then press Shift+Ctrl+Alt. Click Yes when asked if you want to delete preference files.

  • macOS: While pressing Shift+Option+Command+Control, start InDesign. Click Yes when asked if you want to delete preference files.