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Adobe InDesign is a desktop publishing (DTP) software application produced by Adobe Systems which can be used to create anything from posters, flyers, and brochures to full magazines or books. This feature-rich software is made with professional designers in mind especially with the print industry in mind though newer versions are capable of creating web site layouts as well.
MSRP $699.00
Release date August, 1999
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MSRP $799.00
Released January, 1987
Pros
- Quick & efficient, space-saving user interface
- Industry standard for years, XPress files are reliable on press
- Intuitive hotkeys and palettes
Cons
- Horrible customer support
- Has difficulties creating large PDF documents
- Some tools (Rotate, Pen Tool) are clunky
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Pros
- Integrates well with other Adobe products
- Native creation of PDFs with detailed control & efficient output
- Cheaper than QuarkXPress; cheaper still when purchased in bundle
- Robust in-program tools (Rotate, Transform, Pen Tool)
- Well supported
Cons
- More complex interface than other Adobe products or QuarkXPress
- Steeper learning curve
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