In lesson 9, "Pages, Layers, and XML," you will work with pages, layers and XML. Pages are the real pages of the document. Master pages and layers are virtual containers that are the basis for the pages. XML; the Extensible Markup Language, is used to assign tags which identify the content of your document. New to CS3 is the ability to transfer entire master pages from one document to another
In lesson 10, "Working with Long Documents," will teach you how to create long documents and books. Here you will learn about binding, how to assemble documents into a book, synchronize, and index the document. Lesson 11, "Hyperlinks, Bookmarks, and PDF" shows you how to make interactive documents by using hyperlinks, bookmarks generating them into PDF files. Lesson 12, "Printing and Output," finishes up by explaining the difference between Postscript and Inkjet printing, printing drafts and explains about the commercial printing process and what it means to you and your product.
What I like about Adobe InDesign CS3 One-On-One is that not only is it a great learning tool that reinforces what you are learning, by showing and explaining, but it takes its time to do so. These are not short chapters. At 522 pages the average lesson is 30 to 40 pages in length. There is a lot of information, but you have the time to learn at your own pace.
If you own the prior version, Adobe InDesign CS2 One-On-One, is it worth purchasing this new one? To be honest, I would have to say probably not. Most of the new techniques can be learned other places. On the other hand, if you own InDesign CS2, this book will serve you well since most of the techniques are applicable to that version also. If you are looking for a training package to learning InDesign, then Adobe InDesign CS3 One-On-One is truly a must own book. It is highly recommended.
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