InDesign: Elements of a Layout

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Free Online Course: InDesign: Elements of a Layout provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. InDesign: Elements of a Layout is taught by Nigel French.

Overview
  • Learn how to set up and create a magazine template using Adobe InDesign. Graphic designer Nigel French explains body text, headlines, subheads, and images.

Syllabus
  • Welcome

    • Welcome
    • Using the exercise files
    1. Body Text
    • Body text size
    • Body text alignment
    • Body text indentation and spacing
    • Body text letterspacing
    • Body text last paragraphs
    2. Headlines and Subheads
    • Headlines
    • Straplines and kickers
    • Drop caps
    • Subheads
    • Pull quotes
    3. Supporting Text
    • Bylines and credits
    • Sidebars and callouts
    • Page furniture
    • White space
    • Captions
    4. Picture Treatments
    • Bleeds and crossovers
    • Text wrap
    • Photo collage
    • Picture grid
    • Text on picture
    Conclusion
    • Next Steps