Newcomer Learning Computer Typesetting from Scratch

Author: Xian Jin
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Publish Date: 2003-02-12
Features: This book aims to "comprehensively understand the knowledge of layout technology, master solid basic skills, develop good design styles, and quickly perform market-oriented professional design while mastering the knowledge." Starting from zero, it begins with basic computer layout knowledge and builds a foundation in computer layout, providing an in-depth introduction to fundamental knowledge and basic operation techniques. The book is divided into two main parts. Part one is designed based on practical requirements, introducing PageMaker's application in various typical design fields in a simple and effective manner, including business card layout and design, album layout and design, calendar layout and design, real estate advertising layout and production, health newsletter editing and layout, entertainment newspaper layout and design, advertising posters, and book cover design. The second part provides a detailed introduction to (Fangzheng Feiteng) environment setup, text, graphics, image processing, and table creation. A unique feature of this book is the inclusion of an introduction to post-processing techniques, which further helps readers quickly apply theoretical knowledge to practice. To reinforce and review key concepts, each chapter includes practice exercises for reinforcement and improvement. The book emphasizes the summary of practical work techniques and the cultivation of habits, laying a solid foundation for professional design. It also highlights the entire process of computer layout technology, enabling readers to quickly master practical computer layout skills in a short period. This book can serve as a training manual for computer layout as well as a textbook for colleges and universities. It is also an ideal textbook for adult education and teenagers learning computer layout technology. A wide range of computer layout enthusiasts can gain standardized and concise experience from it.