Create New Documents in InDesign CC 2015 and Earlier

Introduction

• Adobe has introduced equitable language changes in InDesign from version 2022.
• New document creation options and presets are available from the 2017 release.

Creating a New Document

1. Access New Document Dialog:
   • Go to File > New > Document.
   • The dialog combines Document Setup and Margins And Columns settings.
   • Settings can be changed anytime.
2. Specify Document Setup Options:
   • Adjust dimensions for bleed and slug areas using the Arrow button.
   • Utilize the "Make All Settings The Same" icon for uniform bleed/slug extension.
3. Preview Option:
   • Available only in InDesign; allows a preview of document setup.
4. Finalize Setup:
   • Click OK to open the new document.

Setting Default Layout

• Use File > Document Setup or Layout > Margins And Columns for default settings when no documents are open.

New Document Options

• Document Preset: Select a previously saved preset.
• Intent: Options for PDF, SWF, and digital publishing.
• Number of Pages: Specify the initial number of pages.
• Start Page Number: Determine the starting page number; affects two-page spread layouts.
• Facing Pages: For left-right page spread layouts; affects book and magazine designs.
• Primary Text Frame: Offers a text frame that matches margin and column settings.
• Page Size and Orientation: Choose dimensions and orientation (Portrait or Landscape).
• Bleed and Slug:
  • Bleed allows for printing objects beyond the page edge.
  • Slug area for printing information, discarded post-trim.
• Preview: Allows viewing document setup in InDesign.

Document Window Overview

• Each page/spread has its own pasteboard and guides visible in Normal View.
• Guides:
  • A. Spread (black lines)
  • B. Page (black lines)
  • C. Margin guides (magenta)
  • D. Column guides (violet)
  • E. Bleed area (red)
  • F. Slug area (blue)

Creating Custom Page Sizes

1. Start New Document Setup:
   • Go to File > New > Document.
   • Choose Custom Page Size.
   • Define name and settings, then click Add.

Defining Document Presets

1. Access Document Presets:
   • Go to File > Document Presets > Define.
2. Create New Preset:
   • Click New, name the preset, select layout options, click OK.
3. Saving and Sharing:
   • Save presets to files for distribution.

Creating Document Using Preset

1. Choose Preset:
   • File > Document Preset > [name] or through the New Document dialog.
2. Modify if Needed:
   • Adjust options in the New Document dialog.

Getting Help

• Various user support and help options available.