ADOBE INDESIGN® TEMPLATES & TIPS
The instructions below will help guide in preparing the best possible files for production and print using InDesign.
TEMPLATES
These templates are
and
compatible unless otherwise noted.
ADOBE INDESIGN® TIPS
UPDATE IMAGES
Ensure all images are properly formatted, linked and updated within InDesign using the links palette. The links palette can be accessed through the Window menu.
FONTS
Go to Type > Find Font to see which fonts are being used in an InDesign file.
DO NOT use Multiple Master Fonts which are indicated with “MM” in the font file name like "OceanSanMM".
PREPARING FILES FOR TRANSFER
We prefer that you provide PDFx/1-a files. However, if you must send InDesign native files we ask that you collect your InDesign layout and all supporting files using the Package feature from the file menu. Be sure all images are properly formatted according to their file type.
Please use a distinctive file name but avoid characters other than letters, numbers, hyphens and underscores. One suggestion is to use company initials, PO number and brief description. For example: "ABC 10562 - Fall program 08".
After Packaging the project use a compression program such as Stuffit or WinZip. This will reduce the file size for faster transfer and protected during transit. NOTE: When creating a compressed archive file, please give the archive the same distinctive name as the project.
TRANSFERRING FILES
After placing an order you will be given the opportunity to upload your file. Follow the instructions accordingly.