How To Learn Adobe Pagemaker
AdobePagemaker is software used to lay out publications such as newsletters, brochures and flyers. With Pagemaker you can design your publications from scratch or select a pre-designed template. The software can be learned with the help of Adobe's free online tutorials and a comprehensive reference book. If you need to learn more about specific features of PageMaker, Adobe has a helpful support center with forums where you can ask questions and share answers.
Instructions
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Purchase a copy of Adobe Pagemaker or download a free trial on the Adobe website. You will need to create a free account with Adobe to download the trial. The free trial lasts for 30 days from the time it is downloaded.
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Follow an online AdobePagemaker tutorial. The Adobe website offers seven free tutorials that teach users the basics of working with PageMaker. If you're unfamiliar with PageMaker, start with the tutorial called "Simplify Your Life with Templates." When you're finished following the tutorial, create a sample direct mailing using your version of PageMaker. If you get stuck, refer back to the steps outlined in the tutorial.
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Purchase the book "Adobe PageMaker 7.0 Classroom in a Book." The comprehensive reference book teaches users how to create letterheads, flyers, project proposal, CD jewel cases and newsletters. Read the book and follow the step-by-step lessons. If you need to learn certain features of PageMaker, read the appropriate chapter in of the reference book.
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Create a sample project using PageMaker. If you need help, refer to Adobe's PageMaker Support Center or your reference book.
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