5. The Anatomy of a Frame
FRAMES ARE THE BASIC BUILDING BLOCKS THAT MAKE UP THE VARIOUS OBJECTS of an InDesign document. They determine the boundary, position, and dimensions for each object on a page. InDesign requires that all text, graphics, and other objects be contained within a frame. You might think of a layout as an organized collection of frames that hold all the content, from simple color-filled shapes to text and images. Although this may seem restricting at first, you will soon find that InDesign’s frames are actually quite flexible.
It’s important to understand the function of frames and the role they play in creating a layout. With a good understanding of frames you’ll have more control over them. You’ll be able to see past their ...
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