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Paper Publications

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The differences between word processing software and desktop publishing software (DTP).

Which program is best for creating different types of publication.

How to use some basic features of DTP software.

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DTP and word processing

There are two main programs you can use to create paper publications:

Word processing software like Word, AppleWorks and Lotus WordPro

or

Desktop publishing packages like Quark Express, Microsoft Publisher and Adobe InDesign.

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Differences

Desktop publishing packages were originally designed for professional use in publishing.

DTP programs allow you to position images and text more accurately. They give greater control over spacing and the transparency of text and images, but can be more complicated to use.

Word processors will usually focus more on text than images. They are normally simpler to use and have features like Mail Merge, which some DTP programs do not.

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Publications and programs

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Basic DTP techniques

When you use DTP packages you do not type straight onto the page. Instead you need to create text boxes and then type in your text.

Likewise, images are inserted into image boxes first andthen moved around.

Why do DTP programs work like this?

One of the main reasons is so that text boxes and image boxes can be overlaid. Having text boxes also allows you to

be much more precise with the positioning of your text.

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DTP features