Overview
This 20-minute tutorial video breaks down the InDesign interface for beginners who might find it daunting at first glance. Navigate through a comprehensive tour of the interface elements including the canvas area, tools menu, control panel, application bar, work panels, status bar, menu bar, document tabs, rulers, guides, grids, and contextual toolbar. While demonstrated on Mac, the principles apply to Windows users as well. Includes bookmarks throughout the video for easy navigation between sections. Access additional resources including an interactive course PDF and project folder through the provided links. Join the free GDS design community for design discussions, feedback, and challenges. By the end of this tutorial from Gareth David Studio, understand exactly how InDesign works to speed up your design workflow.
Syllabus
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:47 Interface Overview
00:02:37 Open Example Document
00:03:47 Interface Colour
00:04:24 Interface Breakdown
00:04:47 Canvas Area
00:05:05 Tools Menu
00:09:02 Control Panel
00:09:57 Application Bar
00:11:18 Work Panels
00:11:55 Status Bar
00:13:34 Menu Bar
00:14:07 Document Tabs
00:17:38 Rulers, Guides And Grids
00:18:15 Contextual Toolbar
Taught by
Gareth David Studio