This course is all about taking your editorial layouts and workflow even further. Your course instructor, Kate Silver, will dive deep into tables, text data management, object styles, blending modes, and subtle effects to give your designs that polished, professional edge. If you’ve been doing things the long way in InDesign, I’ll show you faster, smarter methods.
Advanced Guide to Adobe InDesign CC: Tables & Effects
Advanced Guide to Adobe InDesign CC: Tables & Effects
This course is part of Master Adobe InDesign Specialization
Instructor: Skillshare
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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August 2025
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4 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Master Adobe InDesign Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course
Unlock the power of tables in InDesign. This module will guide you through converting data into tables, designing structured layouts, and enhancing them with visual elements like images and graphics to boost clarity and professionalism in your documents.
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3 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Learn how to apply non-destructive visual effects, streamline your design process with object styles, and work with image backgrounds using clipping paths. These techniques will help elevate the visual impact and efficiency of your layout projects.
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3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Take on a creative project centered around designing a table of contents for a real-world use case. You'll explore layout principles, thematic consistency, and automatic updating methods to ensure your documents stay organized and visually sharp.
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5 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Step into advanced layout management with this module on brochure design. You’ll explore how parent pages, color swatches, and style saving tools help build cohesive, multi-page documents—perfect for portfolios and client-ready presentations.
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4 videos1 assignment1 peer review
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