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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Drop Cap | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: I want to have a 2 line Drop Cap for a second character but not for 1st character which is a quotes. ... A: I don't think this is possible. From my experience, most people allow the quote to be large like the ... | |
| InDesign creating large PDF file | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: This is my 2nd query to you in InDesign. I have a Indesign CS4 file on Mac. It is a 64pg A4 size ... A: It is very strange that a completely blank page PDF is 4.3 MB! When you're selecting 'Smallest File ... | |
| Widow words in ID | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I am working for a publishing company where we specialize in trade magazines in English language. I ... A: InDesign does not currently have automation for avoiding widows. You may already know this, but you ... | |
| Text Box | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I am using Indesign CS4 Whenever I draw a Rectangle Box it automatically takes Text Wrap within it. ... A: InDesign will apply the last style you used on an object and make that the default. I believe you ... | |
| CombineInDesignCS4-17 docs | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have 17 different docs, total of 288 pages, EACH has a DIFFERENT master page (master pages have ... A: By "flip book" do you mean those printed books that you flip through quickly for an animation ... | |
| InDesign Multi page marketing materials | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: Each year I create marketing materials for 65 cities across the country (Fliers/Postcards/promotion ... A: One of the pros for moving everything to a sing doc would be that you'd only have one file to ... | |
| type | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: How do rotate just one letter in a word? I need an upside down A. A: It's impossible to rotate an individual letter in "live" type—that is, type that is selectable with ... | |
| Printing Duplex with Indesign og Acrobat | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: You did answer this for a while: Your Answer I think the simplest way to do this is to set up your ... A: Your best bet is to send the files to a local digital print shop. They have expert controls for ... | |
| Moving an object and frame | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I "placed" a jpg and have tried using Adobe Help with no luck...I'm trying to move the jpg and it ... A: JoAnn, No worries. It's not easy to explain in text, is it? I should point out that if you're ... | |
| Moving an object and frame | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: I "placed" a jpg and have tried using Adobe Help with no luck...I'm trying to move the jpg and it ... A: I must admit I am a little stumped. Are you trying to move the jpeg inside the frame or are you ... | |
| font substitution from Word, remnant Char styling from Word | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: CS4, Office Version:Office 2007, Operating System:Windows 7 Hello, We map Word Styles to InDesign ... A: Unfortunately, I have very little experience with style mapping from Word to InDesign but I do have ... | |
| Content page, page numbers of chapters not in line | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I am struggling to get the page numbers on my content page for a 200 page book lined up underneath ... A: The solution is to insert "Right Indent Tabs" just before the page numbers. Here's a link that ... | |
| style sheets | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: what is the difference between 'normal' and 'basic paragraph' styles? A: "Basic Paragraph" is InDesign's default style while "Normal" is Microsoft Word's default styling. If ... | |
| ruler units linked to panel units | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Is it possible to have the vertical ruler in inches, and at the same time have panel units, such as ... A: I know of no way to accomplish this. I wish I did because it could come in handy. I'm sure this ... | |
| Placing an Image in CS3 InDesign | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I am student and I am doing a freelance design. I am having trouble with an image that I created in ... A: I have the answer for you! Best practice is to always PLACE images in InDesign as opposed to ... | |
| master page numbers question | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: i've set up my page numbers on the master, on a top layer. however, is there a way i can set the ... A: Try applying a "Screen" transparency blend effect to the page number boxes on the Master Pages. This ... | |
| color text | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I am very new to ID, I have CS4 PC, I cant figure out how to make my text a color, just want to ... A: Sure, this is an easy one. First, make sure your swatches palette is open. If you don't see it, go ... | |
| text wrap issues | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: This seems like a silly problem to me... I lay out a magazine and the text is provided to me in a ... A: If those spaces/returns aren't in the original document, my first attempt to fix the issue would be ... | |
| tool bar | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: How do I reset my InDesign CS3 toolbar back to the default? I have accidently hit a key somewhere to ... A: If you're using quick keys to switch back and forth between tools, it's possible that you pushed ... | |
| Indesign | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I have created a booklet in Indesign with 6 separate sections + contents pages. Is there a way that ... A: You can combine the PDFs really easily in Acrobat Professional, if you have that application. If ... | |
| Synchronizing styles with nested references | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I have an InDesign book with several Chapters. Each Chapter has about four text styles, which I'd ... A: Sorry to take so long to get a response to you. Very busy times at work for me. I don't have a ton ... | |
| Printing problems | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to print labels from an Indesign template to a Xerox Phaser 7760. My labels are off ... A: Sometimes it helps to set up a custom page size. You do this by clicking "Page Setup" in the lower ... | |
| Indesign cs4 sizing question | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I do a small town newspaper and am new to indesign. I am having great trouble with my page setup. My ... A: My first guess is that your document is set up in picas instead of inches. InDesign is set up to ... | |
| InDesign Page Sizes | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: G'Day Roy, 1. Finished trim size is 1500mm X 6000mm. Issue is that InDesign can only create a ... A: I haven't done a billboard myself, but from everything i've read online, you should check with the ... | |
| Printing a calendar using Adobe InDesign | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I want to print a calendar using InDesign, but I need it to print from from top to bottom not left ... A: I believe what you're asking me is how to set the orientation of the document. In the New Document ... | |
| ADOBE IN DESIGN BOOK - Template | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: Can you please help me.. 1) I am trying to create a book by using Adobe in Desing CS3. What is the ... A: I'm correcting and clarifying a couple of things... 1) A Book in InDesign is basically a way to ... | |
| different files next to each other | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I am very new to Indesign, I have CS4 pc, I am used to Quark xpress version 5.0. I want to be able ... A: I work on ID CS3 on a Mac, so it's possible the software interface is designed differently in CS4 ... | |
| Importing into In Design | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I created the shape in photoshop because I wanted to warp the shape to give it curves which I ... A: Glad to help! There are two ways to do this, one quick, and one a bit more time-consuming. The ... | |
| Importing into In Design | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I created the shape in photoshop because I wanted to warp the shape to give it curves which I ... A: Okay, this is fairly simple to address so long as your image is hi-resolution as you say it is. ... | |
| deleting text | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I am working on a newsletter and I need to delete text on my master page, but I'm unable to select ... A: Ok, one of two things is happening: 1. The layer on which the text resides has been locked. Verify ... | |
| Embedding Fonts in a JPG document | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of learning InDesign CS4 - and have completed a few ads for a client. I just ... A: I'm a bit confused. A JPG is a rasterized image file. When you create a JPG, fonts no longer have ... | |
| A4 & A3 layouts in one indesign file | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a problem, I have to design an annual report with A4 layouts contents (double sided print) as ... A: By default it's not possible. If you REALLY need this functionality a lot, consider buying this ... | |
| Landscape facing pages | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm working in InDesign CS3, and I'm desperately trying to figure out how to set up a document with ... A: Kim, you have a couple of options. 1) If your tabloid-size design is easily split into two ... | |
| charts and graphs | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: Maybe you can help me (I hope). I originally sent the below question to Candice, but she was unable ... A: Yes, you can definitely modify the colors, strokes, etc. Take a look at this tutorial: ... | |
| Wondering about size of my Indesign file | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have been working as a graphic designer for about 15 years now and wondered if some of my computer ... A: I am assuming you've divided the pages to reduce file size. I still know a lot of people who work ... | |
| footnote symbols | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a report sent to me in PDF form that uses foot notes (a little 1 or 2 that is raised after a ... A: You are looking for the Superscript numerals. To convert any character to a superscript character, ... | |
| Exporting Issue | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 160 pages book with many many pictures, and i need to print it in highdefinition. So when i ... A: My first guess is that you have most or all of your images embedded directly in the InDesign ... | |
| Interactive pdf in Indesign | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to create an interactive pdf using InDesign, but someone told me that you can in no way ... A: It is a problem. A very disappointing problem, too. I wasn't aware of the issues with browser Reader ... | |
| Missing fonts | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: When I open my document I keep getting a message saying that one or more fonts i am using cannot be ... A: Are you using font management software such as Extensis Suitcase or Adobe Type Manager? This type of ... | |
| how to find the XML tag in indesign | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: ! We are working with XML work flow in indesign. In indesign how could we find the XML Tag in ... A: I'm not an expert at this, in fact, I personally have never worked with XML work flow. I do know ... | |
| Working with a magazine's FRONT COVER | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: Hi, I am currently working to produce a magazine, and my question is regarding the front cover -- A ... A: Glad to help. You need to set your bleeds. Bleeds are the margins OUTSIDE the document. They contain ... | |
| layput adjustmwnt | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: am attempting to apply 'layout adjustment' function in InDesign CS3: it DOES make the page bigger, ... A: Layout adjustment will scale objects that are within your set "snap zone" from the margin or column ... | |
| Creating bleeding pages | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a short title that I would like to extend across one spread and bleed off of the spread in ... A: If you're working with a print shop, contact them to ask for minimum bleed settings. In InDesign, ... | |
| Non-breaking/tight spaces | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: Is there a way to insert these, as in Quark? For example, if I write $700 billion, I'd like to ... A: Sorry it took me a while to get you an answer. What you're looking for is under Type > Insert White ... | |
| Folio question | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I have my folio on the master page but what if I dont want it on the Toc and the first 3 pages? By ... A: Welcome to the wonderful world of publication design. This is an easy one. You can do one of two ... | |
| Putting text in the margins | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: Is there a way of setting a paragraph style so that it will allow the text to appear in the margins, ... A: Create one paragraph style for your headings and one for your text. In the text paragraph style, set ... | |
| page numbering | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: InDesign CS3: I have set the page numbering in a 30 page publication but can not get the page ... A: This is always an area of confusion for people so don't feel bad. You have to manually activate ... | |
| Bullets | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Is there any easy way to format bulleted lists so that if a bullet has more than one line of text, ... A: Yes, it's really easy. Create a paragraph style for your bulleted list. In the Paragraph Style ... | |
| Follow up | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: to give you more information to work with...I figured out why it's changing the way it looks, it's ... A: I have experienced strange things like this as well. My question back to you is: Is it happening in ... | |
| Designing a 4up postcard double side | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I print duplex to card stock which is perforated into 1/4's and merged with addresses on reverse. ... A: I think the simplest way to do this is to set up your document with four postcards on a page. Keep ... | |
| Justified Text / Table of Contents | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to create a table of contents with page numbers in this format: Part One: ... A: I think the InDesign help site can explain this better than I can. Sorry! Read this first: ... | |
| Text Flow from Page to Page | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I know you explained to me how to auto-flow text from an imported word document, but what if i'm ... A: I'm not sure how to get the text to auto-flow from one page to the next when you're typing, but I ... | |
| Page Numbering | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I have page numbers set up on my master page. How do I get the page numbers to start where I want? I ... A: I have a fix for you. Very simple. In the Pages palete, click on the page you want to be numbered ... | |
| Creating a booklet in InDesign | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have taken over publicity and public relations for an educational, college-level dance program. ... A: You may want to check this out: ... | |
| Master Page Text Boxes | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: I have imported several word documents by auto flowing the text using a text box on the master page. ... A: Once you make Master Page items active on normal pages, they are no longer linked to the Master ... | |
| importing text from Word Document | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I am importing a Word document using the "Place" Command - the word document is like 10 pages long - ... A: I've answered this very question before. Here's the same I answer I gave another questioner: I have ... | |
| Dividing space equally | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: Is there a way to equally divide a given area? Example being that I have an area 8.5" x 11" that I ... A: Yes. What I believe you are trying to do is to create guides that will split your 8.5" x 11" ... | |
| Font Default | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to specify a font default for an entire project instead of requesting it with each ... A: That is an excellent question. I don't believe that there is a way to project-specific font ... | |
| Importing Text into InDesign | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I have 120 pages of text in a Word document. I am doing the layout for the book in InDesign. I ... A: I have exactly the solution you are looking for! Very simple. If you haven't already created your ... | |
| can not copy text to export | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I am use to using Page Maker as my book design software, but my printer and others recommend using ... A: Glad to help you. You have three options: 1. Your editor purchases InDesign or InCopy(much ... | |
| Exporting in InDesign | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: I just put together a 33 page document (text and images), but when I Export to .pdf, InDesign ... A: Sorry for just now getting back to you. It sounds to me like your file contains a bug. Not always ... | |
| Layout | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I need to set up an 8.5"x17" brochure due to the amount of material. I know the inner pages need to ... A: It depends on the number of folds in the document and the type of folding you do. I'm assuming ... | |
| Nested Styles | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: I am converting many long, run-on paragraphs of details to bulleted lists in an InDesign 3 document. ... A: I am completely unfamiliar with this feature. Please let me know if you figure out how to do this. ... | |
| Output paginated pdf? | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: I had to "dumb down" an indesign document for a printer who was not up to speed with computer apps. ... A: just wanted to see if my suggestion helped or not. | |
| Newbie Question - Document Settings? | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: I am very new to Adobe Indesign. I am working on a 200 page full colored book project. The book ... A: I recommend finding a new printer because frankly it scares me that they're pushing you towards ... | |
| Rounded corners for documents | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: How do you customise a document so that it has rounded corners? Specifically, I'm trying to finalise ... A: If you have dozens or even hundreds of name badges you need to create and you'd like to automate the ... | |
| Creating an A5 booklet in InDesign | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I'm becoming familiar with Adobe Illustrator but am completely new to InDesign (version 2.0, though ... A: I found this downloadable tutorial on making an A5 booklet using InDesign: ... | |
| Newbie Question - Document Settings? | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: I am very new to Adobe Indesign. I am working on a 200 page full colored book project. The book ... A: Sorry for taking so long to get back to you. The answer to your question depends on how you plan ... | |
| Creating an A5 booklet in InDesign | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm becoming familiar with Adobe Illustrator but am completely new to InDesign (version 2.0, though ... A: I apologize for not getting to you sooner as I was out of town until yesterday evening. Do you still ... | |
| In Design | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: Help - Just got In Design. All document sizes are given in "p" as are all margin sizes - what pray ... A: Picas. It's an old typesetting term from when all printing was done with lead type. It's a really ... | |
| sample master pages | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: I already have a 40-page (one column) document in word-format. I'd like to transfer it ... A: OK, I'll take you through the process in steps. Once you've successfully made it through this first ... | |
| sample master pages | 5/4/2008 |
| Q: I already have a 40-page (one column) document in word-format. I'd like to transfer it ... A: Ok, I'll be glad to walk you through this. First step will be to begin a new document and set up the ... | |
| Renaming pages (as opposed to layers) | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I am putting together a fairly large document in CS3 InDesign with several layers per page. I want ... A: I have two suggestions: One is to make a Table of Contents on Page 1 and then create headers and/or ... | |
| Renaming pages (as opposed to layers) | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I am putting together a fairly large document in CS3 InDesign with several layers per page. I want ... A: Sorry, no you can not name the pages. I'm guessing you're just trying to improve navigation within ... | |
| Splitting pages | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have created a brochure using one of InDesign's templates. This contains two pages, designed to be ... A: I have a great solution for you but first you need to make sure you have guides in the document to ... | |
| Indesign and Extra text | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: When you have a text box and you have imported text but there is more text than box...how do you ... A: I believe all you would do is put your cursor to the right of the last visible character in the text ... | |
| Change Default Font | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: When I create a new document the default font is TIMES when I click on the type tool. How do I ... A: Ok, easy one. Launch InDesign but don't open any documents. Navigate to the Character palette and ... | |
| copying from indiesgn to word | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I often need to copy/paste text from indesign cs2 inito word or elsewhere. I used to be able to do ... A: Well you've stumped me. I don't work in Windows and I was giving you advice based on research I did ... | |
| copying from indiesgn to word | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I often need to copy/paste text from indesign cs2 inito word or elsewhere. I used to be able to do ... A: <b>First issue</b> I've head that this can work if you're on a PC: Delete the following folder, ... | |
| Copying and Pasting text in between documents | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: Hey Roy, My classmates and instructors and I are working on an imposition for our magazine ... A: I think your question is outside my expertise but I will try to help. At the magazine where I work, ... | |
| Please HELP urgent! | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: I have to submit a file tomorrow and I am in dire straits! I had a 5gig indesign file, indesign cs2 ... A: First off, I hope you can get your file back! Second, 5 gigs is an ENORMOUS InDesign file. My guess ... | |
| InDesign error message - Opening the file | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to open an InDesign document created in InDesign CS2 using the CS1 version. I cannot ... A: I believe you may not have the most updated version of CS1 that Adobe released. They released two ... | |
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Answers by Expert:
Roy Wilhelm
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can help you with questions about typography, style sheets, document setup, image placement, importing text, exporting, and much more.
Experience
I use InDesign daily to design magazine pages. I have experience in newspaper and magazine design.
Organizations
AIGA
Education/Credentials
I have a Bachelor's degree in Communication Design
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