InDesignSkills’ new Graphic Design Portfolio Template includes two pro-designed Adobe InDesign templates for presenting your work beautifully for pitch presentations or job applications.

Created with graphic designers, design students and creative professionals in mind, the Portfolio Template allows you to present your design projects in a polished and professional way. Included in the download are two clean and minimal templates for Adobe InDesign, including:

• Portfolio Template (Tabloid – Landscape)
• Portfolio Template (A3 – Landscape)

Each portfolio template includes 34 unique page layouts, including front and back cover, contents page, bio page and 30+ project pages. Each spread can be adapted with your own text and image content, duplicated to create additional spreads or deleted to create a more concise portfolio template.

Complete with minimal and pro-designed layouts, professional typography (featuring FREE fonts chosen for their versatility and style) and easy-to-edit color swatches and photos, the Graphic Design Portfolio Template has been created for graphic designers looking to make a great first impression.

Proposal template sizes (USA and Europe/UK/Australia):

The portfolio templates are simple to edit using Adobe InDesign, allowing you to incorporate your own choice of images*. These templates use FREE commercially-licensed fonts, instructions for downloading these are included in your kit.

*Please note, images featured in the demo images are not included in your download. A full image list is provided with the download.

Read on to preview the Graphic Design Portfolio Template and purchase this premium template for just $30.

Download the Portfolio Template

Download this Portfolio Template (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

All templates can be exported as printable PDFs or interactive PDF documents for sharing online or over email.

If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates.

Please note fonts and photos shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same font used in the templates, the links to the free fonts used are provided with your download. A full image list is also provided if you would like to use the current images in your designs.

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more fantastic InDesign templates, including book covers, magazine templates and more, right this way.

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InDesignSkills’ new Proposal Template includes two agency-standard Adobe InDesign templates for presenting a business proposal, client presentation or business pitch.

Designed with small businesses, marketers and start-ups in mind, the Proposal Template allows you to present your proposal in a polished and professional way. Included in the download are two clean and minimal templates for Adobe InDesign, including:

• Proposal Template (US Letter)
• Proposal Template (A4)

Each proposal template includes 12 unique page layouts, including contents, introduction, about, process guidelines, client case study and reviews, services, business plan, contract template and terms and conditions. Each page can be adapted with your own content, or duplicated to create additional spreads.

Complete with multi-page, stylishly-designed layouts, professional typography and easy-to-edit color swatches and photos, the Proposal Template has been created for businesses looking to make a great first impression.

Proposal template sizes (USA and Europe/UK/Australia):

The proposal templates are simple to edit using Adobe InDesign, allowing you to incorporate your own choice of images*. These templates use FREE commercially-licensed fonts, instructions for downloading these are included in your kit.

*Please note, images featured in the demo images are not included in your download. A full image list is provided with the download.

Read on to preview the Proposal Template and purchase this premium template for just $20.

Download the Proposal Template

Download this Proposal Template (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

All templates can be exported as printable PDFs or interactive PDF documents for sharing online or over email.

If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates.

Please note fonts and photos shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same font used in the templates, the links to the free fonts used are provided with your download. A full image list is also provided if you would like to use the current images in your designs.

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more fantastic InDesign templates, including book covers, magazine templates and more, right this way.

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InDesignSkills’ new Architecture Portfolio Bundle contains a range of Adobe InDesign templates for architects, practices and architecture students. It can also be easily adapted for other design portfolios, including interior design portfolios, product design portfolios, graphic designer portfolios and photography portfolios. A streamlined version of the more comprehensive Architecture Template Kit, these stylish and professional portfolio templates are simple to edit and adapt with your own project images and text content.

Created by our team of in-house designers in consultation with architectural practices, this portfolio template bundle has been created with common practice presentation requirements in mind. Included in the Architecture Portfolio Bundle are a full landscape portfolio with 40 pro-designed pages in two standard sizes, a shorter introductory portfolio template with 12 pages in two standard sizes, and a portrait report with 15+ pages for the presentation of written reports, essays or pitches.

Architecture Portfolio template sizes (USA and Europe/UK/Australia):

The portfolio templates are simple to edit using Adobe InDesign, allowing you to incorporate your own choice of images*. These templates use FREE commercially-licensed fonts, instructions for downloading these are included in your kit.

*Please note, images featured in the demo images are not included in your download. A full image list is provided with the download.

Available for a limited time at the introductory price of $75.00 $35.00, this is your opportunity to own a comprehensive range of professionally-designed templates that help architects to present your projects beautifully and easily.

Download the Portfolio Bundle

Download this Architecture Portfolio Bundle (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

All templates can be exported as printable PDFs or interactive PDF documents for sharing online or over email.

Included in the kit is a full range of print-ready templates in both US and UK/Europe/Australia standard sizes, making your designs easy to print locally or upload online. If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates.

Please note fonts and photos shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same font used in the templates, the links to the free fonts used are provided with your download. A full image list is also provided if you would like to use the current images in your designs.

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more fantastic InDesign templates, including book covers, magazine templates and more, right this way.

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The Restaurant Template Kit has been designed with restaurants and caterers in mind, allowing you to present your menus and brand identity beautifully and professionally.

Included in the Restaurant Starter Kit are 10 versatile, multi-option templates for Adobe InDesign, including:

• A La Carte Menu Template
• Drinks Menu Template
• Specials Menu Template
• Cocktail Menu Template
• Take Out Menu Template
• Business Card Template
• Poster Template
• Wine Label Template
• Coffee Cup Label Template
• Drink Coaster Template

Available for a limited time at the discounted price of $89.99 $44.99, you won’t want to miss this special offer to own ten professionally-designed templates that can be easily adapted with your own branding and colors. The designs all use FREE fonts, which have been specially chosen for their style and versatility.

Download the Kit

Please note the FREE fonts shown in the preview images are not included in this download. Links for these fonts and instructions for using your templates are included with your kit.

Download this Restaurant Template Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

Restaurant Kit template sizes (USA and Europe/UK/Australia):

Included in the kit is a full range of print-ready templates in both US and UK/Europe/Australia standard sizes, making your templates easy to print at home or a local print shop. The menu cards have been sized to allow the cards to be stacked seamlessly, revealing each colored margin. If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates 

All templates are available in a range of color options, but it’s also easy to incorporate your own choice of colors.

Below you can preview the templates provided in the Restaurant Template Kit, download the InDesign files and find a variety of helpful tips on how to edit your templates in InDesign.

Download the Kit

Download this Restaurant Starter Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more tips for InDesign beginners on our Tutorials page. Or discover inspiration about typography, layout design and much more right here.

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Your Wedding Stationery Template Kit includes a Save the Date card, RSVP card, event invitation, details and map card, menu template, Change the Date card, name place cards and table number cards.

The templates are simple to edit using Adobe InDesign, allowing you to incorporate your own choice of colours and graphics. These templates use FREE commercially-licensed fonts; instructions for downloading these are included in your kit. Please note this kit is a digital template set, you will need to print your cards using a local printer or online POD service.

Available for a limited time at the introductory price of $150.00 $75.00, avoid steep designer fees with the Wedding Stationery Template Kit.

Download the Kit

Download this Wedding Stationery Template Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

All templates can be exported as printable PDFs or as JPEG images for sharing over email. Please note envelopes are not included in your download—all templates have been sized to fit standard envelope sizes. Please check the dimensions of your cards before choosing your envelopes.

Included in the kit is a full range of print-ready templates in both US and UK/Europe/Australia standard sizes, making your designs easy to print locally or upload online. If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates.

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more fantastic InDesign templates, including book covers, magazine templates and more, right this way.

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InDesignSkills’ new Architecture Template Kit contains a complete range of InDesign templates for architects, practices and architecture students.

Created by our team of in-house designers in consultation with architectural practices, the kit has been created with common practice presentation and branding requirements in mind. Included in the Architecture Template Kit are 4 presentation boards, full portfolio with 40 pro-designed pages, introductory portfolio template, report template, 5 business card templates and 4 letterhead options for Adobe InDesign, sized to a wide range of US, European, UK and Australian standard sizes.

Architecture Kit template sizes (USA and Europe/UK/Australia):

The templates are simple to edit using Adobe InDesign, allowing you to incorporate your own choice of images*. These templates use FREE commercially-licensed fonts, instructions for downloading these are included in your kit.

*Please note, images featured in the demo images are not included in your download. A full image list is provided with the download.

Available for a limited time at the introductory price of $249.99 $99.99, this is your opportunity to own a comprehensive range of professionally-designed templates that help architects to present and brand beautifully and easily.

Download the Kit

Download this Architecture Template Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

All templates can be exported as printable PDFs or interactive PDF documents for sharing online or over email.

Included in the kit is a full range of print-ready templates in both US and UK/Europe/Australia standard sizes, making your designs easy to print locally or upload online. If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates.

Please note fonts and photos shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same font used in the templates, the links to the free fonts used are provided with your kit. A full image list is also provided if you would like to use the current images in your designs.

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more fantastic InDesign templates, including book covers, magazine templates and more, right this way.

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Included in the Self-Publish Starter Kit are 7 cover and inside page templates for Adobe InDesign, with a choice of 7 cover design styles, sized to standard US and UK/European sizes. The kit comes complete with instructions for exporting your book as a printable book and as a reflowable or fixed-layout EPUB (eBook), ready for uploading to book retailers such as Apple Store, Kindle Store, Kobo and Google Play.

Available for a limited time at the discounted price of $199.99 $49.99, you won’t want to miss this special offer to own seven professionally-designed book templates that will allow you to create and publish your own beautiful books.

Download the Kit

Please note fonts and photos shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same font used in the templates, you can download Infini for free from Fontsquirrel.

Download this Self-Publish Starter Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

Each template (e.g. US Trade) includes a cover template and inside pages template. All templates can be adapted as hardcover (hardback) or softcover (paperback) books, and as print books or eBooks.

Included in the kit is a full range of print-ready templates in both US and UK/Europe/Australia standard sizes, making your book easy to print locally or upload online. If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates 

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more fantastic InDesign templates, including book covers, magazine templates and more, right this way.

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The Brand Starter Kit has been designed with small businesses, marketers and start-ups in mind, allowing you to present your branding in a polished and professional way on a limited budget.

Included in the Brand Starter Kit are 5 versatile templates for Adobe InDesign, including:

• Brand Guidelines (Style Guide) Template
• Proposal Template
• Business Card Template
• Letterhead Template
• Postcard Template

Available for a limited time at the discounted price of $299.99 $99.99, you won’t want to miss this special offer to own five professionally-designed templates that can be easily adapted with your own branding.

Complete with multi-page, stylishly-designed layouts, professional typography and easy-to-edit color swatches and photos, the Brand Starter Kit has been created for businesses looking to make a great first impression with their branding. So what are you waiting for? Scroll down to find out more, and download the Brand Starter Kit.

“Being in the digital marketing industry, there’s a lot of competition. I needed a way of making my business stand out, which is exactly what the brand identity pack did for me. All of my assets, from my businesses cards to presentations, not only look great but are consistent, which makes us look professional every time someone interacts with our business.”

Chris Bardsley, Founder, List & Found

Download the Kit

Please note fonts and images shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same fonts used in the templates, you can download Gilroy and Acherus Grotesque fonts from Fontspring.

Download this Brand Starter Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

Brand Starter Kit template sizes:

Included in the kit is a full range of print-ready templates in both US and UK/Europe/Australia standard sizes, making your templates easy to print at home or a local print shop. If you require a different size for any of your templates, it’s super easy to resize pages—see our handy tutorial on how to resize templates .

All templates are available in both full color and black and white, allowing you to choose a more colorful or minimal style for your documents.

Below you can preview the templates provided in the Brand Starter Kit, download the InDesign files and find a variety of helpful tips on how to edit your templates in InDesign.

Download the Kit

Please note fonts and images shown in the preview images are not included in this download. If you’d like to use the same fonts used in the templates, you can download Gilroy and Acherus Grotesque fonts from Fontspring.

Download this Brand Starter Kit (your download will include INDD file versions for InDesign CC and IDML versions for opening in InDesign CS4, CS5 or CS6):

Help Working with InDesign Templates

We’ve put together a collection of helpful tips to make editing our InDesign Templates super easy. If you’re a newbie to Adobe InDesign it’s worth checking these out before starting work on your design.

How to Open an InDesign Template

Step 1. Download the file.

Step 2. Our InDesign templates are packaged and saved as ZIP files. If you have a Windows computer Right Click > Extract All before opening the InDesign file.

Step 3. If you’re running InDesign CS6 open the INDD version of the file. If you’re working with InDesign CS4, CS5 or CC open the IDML version.

How to Work With Layers in Your Template

Our InDesign templates are organized into layers, which group similar elements together. The layers in your document can be controlled from the Layers panel (Window > Layers).

Pro tip: Try locking the YOUR IMAGES HERE layer to save time when editing text. This will prevent you from accidentally moving the graphics out of position.

How to Change the Colors

The color scheme of this template can be edited from the Swatches panel (Window > Color > Swatches).

Pro tip: Editing a swatch will automatically update all instances of that color across your document.

How to Add Your Own Text

The text across this design can easily replaced with your own copy. Simple use the Type Tool (T) to select the text box you wish to edit. You can then add your own fonts and formatting. Read more about formatting text in InDesign.

How to Add Your Own Images

You’ll notice when you first open the template that all the image frames have a placeholder image. You can insert your own images by selecting the image frame and using File > Place to select a replacement image. Read our beginner’s guide to working with images in InDesign.

Pro tip: Do your images look blurry? Make sure your display is set to high-quality (View > Display Performance > High-Quality Display). To see more accurately how your design will appear when printed go to View > Overprint Preview.

How to Resize Pages in InDesign

It’s simple to change the width of the spine in your template by using the Page Tool (Shift+P). Select the tool and then click onto the spine to select it. You can drag the sides of the page to preview your desired new size. Hold down Alt or Option while you drag to resize the page. Read more about resizing pages in InDesign.

How to Export Your Document for Printing

Once you’ve completed work on your template and you’re ready to print it  you can head to File > Export. To create a print-ready file, choose Adobe PDF (Print) from the Format drop-down menu in the Export window. Make sure to include the bleed in your export options by checking Use Document Bleed Settings in the Export Adobe PDF window. Read more about prepping your designs for printing in InDesign.

How to Change the Fonts in a Document

You can format individual items of text using the Type Tool (T) and Controls panel, which you’ll find running along the top of the InDesign workspace. The fonts in most templates are not set as InDesign styles. However, it’s easy to create a Character or Paragraph Style using existing text formatting, and then edit this from the Styles panels (Window > Styles). Read more about editing Styles in InDesign.

Discover more tips for InDesign beginners on our Tutorials page. Or discover inspiration about typography, layout design and much more right here.

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