Select appropriate page-layout software for a given job.

Selection should take into consideration

  • advantages and disadvantages of different industry-standard page-layout software (e.g., Adobe InDesign)
  • input from a local advisory council as to appropriate industry-standard software
  • input from local printing companies as to appropriate software.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How has the evolution of page-layout software changed the industry?
  • Why is it important to seek industry input when updating page-layout software?
  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of different page-layout programs?
  • How have capabilities for a given software package evolved over time?
  • What factors should be considered when updating software?