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Master Your Workflow with Adobe FrameMaker Training Courses Online
Are you looking to master professional electronic publishing? Our Adobe FrameMaker Introductory course is specifically designed for beginners with little to no experience who want to leverage the full power of this industry-standard tool.
Why Choose Our Adobe FrameMaker Training?
Starting from the absolute basics, you will be guided through the essential procedures for creating high-quality documents. Whether you are building new files from scratch or modifying existing FrameMaker templates, this course provides the practical skills you need to succeed.
During this comprehensive training, you will:
- Learn to create "Unstructured" FrameMaker documents with precision.
- Master the use of tags to maintain perfect layout consistency.
- Build a rock-solid foundation for future transitions into Structured XML FrameMaker documents.
Flexible Online Adobe FrameMaker Courses
We understand that intensive software training requires time to sink in. That’s why our online Adobe FrameMaker training is usually delivered over four 3-hour sessions spread across a week.
This "spaced learning" format ensures you have plenty of time to practice your new skills between sessions, allowing you to consolidate your knowledge before moving on to more advanced techniques.
Book Your Customised FrameMaker Training
We also offer bespoke training solutions for teams. We can deliver this course (or a version tailored to your specific workflow) at your own premises.
Corporate Rate: Only £425+VAT per day (for up to two people).
Additional Participants: Just £75+VAT per person.
What’s Included: Comprehensive course reference notes and ongoing email support.
(Note: On-site pricing excludes trainer travel and accommodation costs where applicable.)
Contact us today to book your Adobe FrameMaker training and take control of your technical documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Do I need any previous publishing experience?
A:Not at all! This Adobe FrameMaker introductory course is designed specifically for "day zero" beginners. We start with the absolute basics of the interface and build your skills step-by-step. If you can use a word processor, you can learn FrameMaker.
Q:Why is the online course split into four sessions?
A:We believe in "spaced learning." Instead of cramming eight hours of technical info into one day, we spread the Adobe FrameMaker training over a week. This gives you time to practice in the software between sessions, ensuring the habits—like using tags and templates—actually stick.
Q:What is the difference between "Unstructured" and "Structured" documents?
A:Great question! Unstructured FrameMaker (which this course covers) uses a flow similar to a word processor but with much more power and control via tags. Structured FrameMaker uses XML and a rigid hierarchy. Mastery of Unstructured documents is a vital prerequisite for anyone planning to move into Structured authoring later.
Q:Do I need to have Adobe FrameMaker installed on my computer?
A:Yes. To get the most out of our online training courses, you’ll need a working version of Adobe FrameMaker. If you don't have a license yet, you can usually download a free 30-day trial from Adobe’s website to use during the course.
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Course Content
What you can expect to learn on this Adobe FrameMaker training course:
Overview of Desktop/Electronic Publishing
- The Traditional Publishing Process
- The Electronic Publishing Process
Understanding the User Interface
- The Toolbars
- The Toolbox
- The Status Bar
- Preferences and Options
Opening, Creating and Saving FrameMaker Documents
- Understanding How FrameMaker uses Documents as Templates
- Creating and Using Document Templates
- Understanding the Use of Body, Master and Reference Pages
- Creating Multi-Column Layouts
- Understanding the Importance of Flow Tags
- Customising the Layout
- Changing Page Size and Layout
Working with Tables
- Inserting Tables
- Formatting Text in Table Cells
- Formatting the appearance of Tables with Table Tags
- Adjusting Row Height/Column Width
- Adding Pictures to Table Cells
- Applying Borders and Shading
Editing Text
- Importing Text Created in Other Applications – by Reference and by Copying into Document
- Working with Text Insets
- Pre-tagging Text Insets for Automatic Formatting in FrameMaker
- Typing and Correcting Text
- Spell Checking Dictionaries
- Search & Replace
- Inserting Footnotes
All About Formats (Tags)
- Formats explained – Paragraph, Character and Table
- Applying Existing Formats from a Template
- Creating New Formats
- Modifying the Properties of Formats
- Copying Formats from one Document to Another
- Printing & Typesetting Terminology Explained
- Choosing and Using Typefaces Effectively
- Setting Leading (Inter-Line space) Appropriately
- Typesetting for Maximum Readability
Autonumbering and Bullets
- Simple Paragraph Numbering
- Creating Bullet Point Formats
- Complex “Point” Paragraph Numbering
- Understanding the Importance of Series Labels
- Autonumbering Tables, Figures, Captions etc…
Working with Master Pages
- Adding Master Pages
- Changing the Column Layout for the Main Flow
- Customising Column Layouts in the Main Flow
- Creating a Landscape Master Page in a Portrait Document
- Deleting Master Pages
Headers & Footers
- Creating Static Running Headers and Footers
- Using Variables in Headers and Footers to Create Dynamic Content
- Page Numbering
Creating and Using Frames
- Using Graphics Frames in Documents
- Importing Graphics Created in Other Applications – by Reference and by Copying into Document
- Drawing FrameMaker Graphics in Frames
- Sizing and Scaling Pictures
- Rules Around Frames
- Captions
- Flowing Text Around Frames
Using the Drawing Tools
- Drawing Graphics – Rectangles, Ellipses, Polygons and Lines
- Modifying Graphic Objects
- Understanding Bézier Curves
- Smoothing and Unsmoothing Lines
- Applying Pen and Fill Attributes
Creating an Automatic Table of Contents
- Generating a Mini Table of Contents for a Single File Publication
Printing and Other Output Options
- Print Options
- Saving Postscript Files for Output by Remote Service Providers
- Saving as HTML
- Creating Adobe Acrobat PDF Files
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