Having used InDesign since version 1, it is fare to say that with every release Adobe have improved and enhanced this product.
InDesign is a good competitor to the industry standard DTP package Quark, plus, thanks to CS2 and CS3, it is a good competitor to both Microsoft Publisher - and ... Read review
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Get into your design with InDesign
Advantages: Plenty of options, able to import many formats, straight forward use Disadvantages: Not cheap, can install slow on older machines
...say that with every release Adobe have improved and enhanced this product.
InDesign is a good competitor to the industry standard DTP package Quark, plus, thanks to CS2 and CS3, it is a good competitor to both Microsoft Publisher - and Word.
Primarily this is a publishing and design package, allowing you to create the layout for books, magazines, leaflets, etc. Not to mention CD/DVD covers, cases and inlays, plus calenders, ... ...have easy access to stock photography (excellent when you need a photo of a someone eating a cake) plus plenty of templates to get you going with you next design assignment.
The most predominant difference between CS2 and CS3 is the layout of the software.
The layout of the user interface is in-line with the rest of the CS 3 suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, etc...) and as such, some of the terminology of the panels ... more
Having used InDesign since version 1, it is fare to say that with every release Adobe have improved and enhanced this product.
InDesign is a good competitor to the industry standard DTP package Quark, plus, thanks to CS2 and CS3, it is a good competitor to both Microsoft Publisher - and Word.
Primarily this is a publishing and design package, allowing you to create the layout for books, magazines, leaflets, etc. Not to mention CD/DVD covers, cases and inlays, plus calenders, certificates, brochures.
Bundled with Adobe Bridge, you have easy access to stock photography (excellent when you need a photo of a someone eating a cake) plus plenty of templates to get you going with you next design assignment.
The most predominant difference between CS2 and CS3 is the layout of the software.
The layout of the user interface is in-line with the rest of the CS 3 suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, etc...) and as such, some of the terminology of the panels and functions have changed slightly to make it consistent.
Infact, some dialogues and options are very obviously purposely shared between applications to make it even easier to transition between one application and another.
If you have been pondering about upgrading to CS3, it is worth it. If you have not used InDesign before, you will not find it complicated and you will have a brochure worthy of a 5-star hotel made, within minutes.
For anyone needing a professional application to make stunning publications, and without the usual clutter of options and tweaking, this really is the software for you.
Advantages: Plenty of new options and great value for money. Disadvantages: Confusing to install.
I find the new CS3 runs quite slow if left on for a while on my operating system which is OSX. There are plenty of reasons why it would be a good buy, these include quick opening times, plenty of new options to create quality work and even though it is expensive i have found it good value for money because of the amount of packages you get within it. It all seems to of had a lot more time spent on the design process compared to previous models. The ... ...are installing the programmes they have made the keycode different. You have to drop the box into the programme then it takes a few minutes to work. Because of this long pause i thought mine did not work properly. This is not explained clearly and that is my only major concern over the whole package. ...
banksy86 25.06.2008
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System requirements
OS Required
Apple MacOS X 10.2
Peripheral / Interface Devices
CD-ROM, XGA monitor
System Requirements Details
Apple MacOS X 10.2 - PowerPC G3 - RAM 128 MB - HD 250 MB
Manufacturer's product description
Adobe InDesign CS software takes page design to a new level, combining powerhouse production strength with the creative freedom and innovative cross-media support you depend on in Adobe products. With InDesign CS, you can design and lay out pages more rapidly and reliably than ever before. InDesign CS shares standard Adobe commands, tools, palettes, and shortcuts with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator software, so you can get up speed quickly and work more efficiently with tightly integrated tools. Its ability to import native Photoshop and Illustrator files saves significant production time. And its intuitive creative toolset helps you express and refine your design ideas quickly. Built by a company with a history of listening closely to designers, InDesign CS is the choice you can trust to meet your page layout needs. Join the community of ad agencies, newspapers, magazines, publishers, service providers, and others who are making the move to Adobe InDesign CS today.
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