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Ingleton Wood LLP

"Brilliant. Covered loads that I was not aware of which will certainly save me time. I liked knowing mor about the master pages and how you can drag and drop. Setting up favourite tables will also come in handy. Not sure that I will need the data merge but still good to know. The bullet points is always my downfall, they just won't work for me, so will be good to see a short video on how these work."

Howard Group

"Brilliant. Simon was energetic and detailed on the subject and functionality of the system, without making it confusing or dull. I highly recommend Computer Tutoring and would definitely use them again."

Unity Campus

"A great training session learning the basics of InDesign. Simon is very friendly and engaging which made the day's training fun and enjoyable. Simon quickly established our reasons for the training course so that he could focus the course to meet our requirements. I am now a confident beginner with InDesign and already designing/producing invitations and posters. I would highly recommend Simon and the team at Computer Tutoring Limited."

University of Cambridge

Excellent. Gave me enough basic understanding to start creating using InDesign which was what I wanted. Trainer was most patient and supportive.

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Adobe InDesign Training Course Beginners

Beginners Adobe InDesign Course Overview

Adobe InDesign is the industry-standard application for creating professional page layouts for both print and digital publishing. It is widely used to produce brochures, reports, newsletters, magazines, marketing materials, business documents, PDFs and interactive publications. Whether you are creating a simple company flyer or a multi-page annual report, InDesign helps you organise content efficiently and present information professionally.

This Adobe InDesign Beginners course is designed for workplace professionals who need to create, edit or maintain business publications. It is ideal for marketing teams, administrators, communications professionals, designers, publishers and anyone responsible for producing branded documents and marketing materials.

During this practical, instructor-led course, you'll learn how to create professional layouts using text, images, colours and styles. You'll discover how to work efficiently with pages, master pages, templates and reusable design elements while following good design principles that improve readability and consistency.

The course also introduces modern Adobe Creative Cloud workflows, including working with Adobe Firefly AI-powered features to help generate ideas, create content and enhance productivity. By the end of the day, you'll be able to confidently create attractive, professional publications suitable for both print and digital distribution.

What You'll Learn in this Course

Create professional brochures, newsletters, reports and marketing materials
Build consistent page layouts using styles, templates and master pages
Import and manage text, graphics and images efficiently
Prepare documents for print, PDF export and digital distribution
Apply design principles that improve readability and visual impact
Use Adobe Firefly and Creative Cloud features to enhance content creation workflows

Course Duration: 1 Days

Course Prerequisites

Prerequisites

Experience using Microsoft Windows or macOS
Basic file management skills, including opening, saving and locating files
No previous Adobe InDesign experience required

Complete Course Outline

Getting Started with Adobe InDesign

Understanding InDesign - Explore how InDesign is used for print and digital publishing
Navigating the workspace - Become familiar with panels, tools, menus and workspaces
Creating documents - Set up page sizes, margins, columns and bleed settings
Working efficiently - Customise the interface and save workspace preferences

Working with Text

Creating text frames - Add and position text throughout a publication
Importing text - Bring content in from Word and other sources
Formatting text - Apply fonts, spacing, alignment and paragraph settings
Threading text - Flow content across multiple frames and pages
Using styles - Create consistent formatting with paragraph and character styles

Working with Images and Graphics

Placing images - Import photographs, logos and graphics
Managing image links - Understand linked files and updates
Resizing and positioning - Fit and arrange graphics professionally
Using graphic frames - Create structured layouts for visual content
Working with transparency - Enhance designs with visual effects

Designing Professional Layouts

Using guides and grids - Create balanced page layouts
Working with colour - Apply corporate branding and colour schemes
Creating reusable elements - Save time with libraries and assets
Aligning objects - Produce clean, professional designs
Applying design best practices - Improve readability and visual communication

Managing Multi-Page Documents

Working with pages - Add, rearrange and organise content
Using parent pages - Create consistent headers, footers and page numbering
Building templates - Develop reusable document structures
Managing long documents - Improve productivity when working with larger publications

Adobe Firefly and Creative Cloud Features

Introduction to Adobe Firefly - Understand AI-assisted creative workflows
Generating creative ideas - Explore ways Firefly can support design projects
Working alongside Photoshop and Illustrator - Understand Creative Cloud integration
Using Creative Cloud Libraries - Share assets across Adobe applications

Preparing Documents for Output

Preflight checking - Identify and resolve common document issues
Packaging files - Gather fonts, images and linked assets
Exporting PDFs - Create high-quality files for printing and distribution
Preparing digital publications - Export content for online sharing
Best practices - Avoid common publishing mistakes

Hands-On Exercises

Throughout the course, delegates will complete practical exercises that mirror real workplace publishing tasks. Exercises include creating marketing materials, newsletters, business reports and multi-page documents using professional design techniques and Adobe Creative Cloud workflows.

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Comprehensive training notes covering all topics taught during the course
Step-by-step exercise files used during the practical workshops
Access to online support materials, video tutorials and productivity tips
Downloadable keyboard shortcut guides and reference materials
Certificate of attendance
3 months of post-course support via email, telephone and screen sharing assistance

All our courses are available as classroom, client premises and online instructor-led training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend this Adobe InDesign Beginners course?

This course is suitable for anyone who needs to create professional business publications, including marketing staff, administrators, communications teams, publishers and office professionals.

Do I need any previous InDesign experience?

No. This course is designed for complete beginners and starts with the fundamentals of creating and managing documents.

Will I complete practical exercises?

Yes. The course includes hands-on exercises throughout the day, allowing you to practise the skills covered in realistic workplace scenarios.

Which version of Adobe InDesign is used?

The course is based on the current Adobe Creative Cloud version of InDesign. The skills taught are also relevant to many recent versions.

Does the course cover Adobe Firefly?

Yes. The course includes an introduction to Adobe Firefly and explores how AI-powered tools can support content creation and design workflows.

Can I attend online?

Yes. This course is available as online instructor-led training, at your premises or at an off-site training venue.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the course.

Do you provide post-course support?

Yes. We provide 3 months of post-course support, including email, telephone and screen sharing assistance.

Training Locations and Delivery Options

This course is available online instructor-led, at client premises, and at selected training venues across the UK.

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