Adobe InDesign Level 2

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Adobe InDesign Level 2: Advanced Layout and Publishing (Adobe InDesign CC, 2020 & Later) Course Overview: This course is designed for users who have a foundational understanding of Adobe InDesign and want to refine their skills with advanced tools and techniques. Participants will learn to create sophisticated layouts, enhance interactivity, and streamline workflows for professional publishing. ________________________________________ Module 1: Advanced Document Setup and Management • Setting Up Complex Documents and Templates • Working with Advanced Master Pages • Managing Sections and Numbering • Using Libraries and Snippets for Efficiency Module 2: Working with Advanced Typography • OpenType Features and Glyphs • Creating and Managing Nested Styles • Using GREP Styles for Text Automation • Text Flow and Column Balancing Techniques Module 3: Advanced Graphics and Image Handling • Working with High-Resolution and Transparent Images • Clipping Paths and Alpha Channels • Advanced Object Styles and Effects • Working with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Integration Module 4: Creating Interactive Documents • Adding Hyperlinks and Buttons • Creating Interactive PDFs with Forms • Using Animation and Multimedia in InDesign • Exporting for Digital Publishing (EPUB & HTML5) Module 5: Automation and Efficiency Techniques • Using Data Merge for Variable Data Publishing • Creating and Using XML for Dynamic Content • Automating Workflows with Scripts • Best Practices for Collaboration and Version Control Module 6: Advanced Color and Printing Techniques • Working with Spot Colors and Pantone Matching • Advanced Preflight and Packaging for Print • Managing Color Profiles and Soft Proofing • Understanding Overprinting and Trapping Module 7: Managing Long Documents • Creating and Managing a Book File • Using Table of Contents and Indexing • Footnotes, Endnotes, and Cross-References • Best Practices for Large-Scale Publishing Module 8: Finalizing and Exporting Projects • Advanced PDF Exporting Options • Understanding Print-Ready File Preparation • Exporting for Web and Mobile Platforms • Archiving and Optimizing Files for Future Use This InDesign Level 2 course will help participants maximize their efficiency and creativity, allowing them to produce high-quality, professional layouts for both print and digital media.