Adding parent pages in Adobe InDesign is a straightforward process primarily done through the Pages panel.
Parent pages (formerly known as master pages) are essential for creating consistent layouts across multiple pages in your document. They allow you to define recurring elements like headers, footers, page numbers, and graphics in one place, which can then be applied to document pages.
Here's how you add a new parent page based on the provided reference:
Steps to Add a New Parent Page
You can create a new parent page using the menu options available within the Pages panel.
- Access the Pages Panel Menu: Open the Pages panel (Window > Pages). In the upper-right corner of this panel, click the small icon (often represented by lines) to open its menu.
- Choose 'New Parent': From the dropdown menu that appears, select the "New Parent..." option. This will open a dialog box.
- Specify Options: In the "New Parent" dialog box, you need to set two key options:
- Prefix: Type a unique prefix (up to four characters) in the "Prefix" field. This prefix helps identify the parent page when it's applied to document pages in the Pages panel.
- Name: Type a descriptive name for your new parent spread in the "Name" field. This name helps you easily recognize the parent page's purpose (e.g., "Chapter Start," "Standard Layout," "Photo Spread").
- Click OK: After entering the Prefix and Name, click OK to create the new parent page.
The new parent page will appear in the top section of your Pages panel, ready for you to edit and apply to your document pages. You can then double-click the parent page icon in the panel to start designing its layout.
Using these steps, you can efficiently create custom parent pages tailored to the specific design needs of different sections of your InDesign document.
