Computer Graphic Design

Intro to InDesign 2016 – Interface and Tools

Today we will begin learning about the Adobe software suite, and the properties of the InDesign page layout software.

 

Objective:

  • Identify and effectively use the Toolbar, Control Panels and default Palettes.
  • Produce and modify shapes and photo frames.
  • Place a picture into a photo frame using multiple techniques.

Vocabulary Words:

  • Default Settings
  • Toolbar
  • Control Panel
  • Palette
  • Shape Tool
  • Photo Frame Tool
  • Stroke
  • Fill
  • Place Command
Links:
 
Topics Discussed:
  • Adobe InDesign CC 2015

Assignment:

  1. Follow along with the in-class demonstration, or watch the attached videos under the Links header.
  2. Produce a new InDesign document featuring the following:
    1. At least (1) one picture of you
    2. Four (4) pictures of anything else (school appropriate!)
    3. Your name in 24pt type or larger
  3. Save the file as “Your Name – InDesign Day 1” and upload a copy to the Google Classroom assignment titled “InDesign Day 1 – Interface and Tools”.

Assigned: August 22nd, 2016
Teacher Pacing Due Date: August 23rd, 2016