How to Add Text to InDesign

Adding text to InDesign is a simple process that involves creating a text box and then inputting your desired text. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Open Adobe InDesign and create a new document or open an existing one.

2. Select the Type tool from the Tools panel, or press the T key.

3. Click and drag on the document to create a text box. The text box can be any size you want, and you can adjust it later if needed.

4. With the text box selected, begin typing your text. You can also copy and paste text from another document or source.

5. To format your text, select it with the Type tool, and then use the options in the Character and Paragraph panels to change font, size, alignment, and other attributes.

6. If you need to add more text, create another text box by repeating steps 3 and 4.

7. To link text boxes together, select the first text box and then click on the red + sign at the bottom right corner of the box. Then click on the next text box you want to link to. This will create a thread that connects the text boxes, allowing text to flow from one to the other.

8. To resize or reposition a text box, select it with the Selection tool (black arrow), and then drag its handles or move it to a new location.

9. Finally, save your InDesign document, and your text will be added and ready to use.

Following these steps will enable you to add text to InDesign and create professional-looking documents with ease.