Workspace and Document Setup Flashcards

Which panel lets you save and switch between custom arrangements of InDesign's panels and tools?

Answer: Workspace switcher

The Workspace switcher in the Application bar lets you save, select, and reset custom workspaces.

What does the 'Bleed' setting in the New Document dialog control?

Answer: The area extending beyond the trim edge for printing

Bleed extends artwork beyond the trim line so no white edges appear after the page is cut.

Which units are typically used for typographic measurements like leading and font size in InDesign?

Answer: Points

Type-related values such as font size and leading are measured in points by default.

How do you reset a workspace to its default panel positions?

Answer: Choose 'Reset [workspace name]' from the Workspace menu

Selecting 'Reset' for the current workspace restores its original panel layout.

What is the purpose of a master page (parent page) in InDesign?

Answer: To apply repeating elements automatically to multiple document pages

Master/parent pages hold elements like page numbers and headers that repeat across applied pages.

Which document setting determines the color mode best suited for print versus screen output?

Answer: Intent (Print, Web, or Mobile)

The document Intent sets defaults such as CMYK for Print or RGB for Web/Mobile.

What does enabling 'Facing Pages' in document setup do?

Answer: Arranges pages as left/right spreads like a book

Facing Pages displays pages in two-page spreads, useful for booklets and magazines.