Grids in Adobe InDesign

Grids are absolutely essential in editorial design, yet many designers and students fail to use them effectively—or simply skip them altogether.

This course—part of the comprehensive “Junior Editorial Designer” program—focuses specifically on this crucial aspect of design: the grid.

In this free course, we move away from “eyeballing” designs and instead delve into page architecture. As editorial designers, our mission is to facilitate reading through order, and the grid is our most powerful tool in Adobe InDesign.

Throughout the lessons, we will break down how to set up grid systems that bring coherence to your books, magazines, or catalogs. It is not just about drawing lines; it is about understanding proportion, rhythm, and white space.

What will we cover?

• Fundamentals: Grid anatomy and types (columns, modules, baselines).
• Technical setup: InDesign document settings and automation.
• Hierarchy: How the grid guides the reader’s eye.
• Practical application: Creating a structure for an editorial project from a blank page.
• This course is designed for those looking to make the leap from simply “making layouts” to designing with intention.

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Manuel Pallarés