Making a-preset

If you're not given an InDesign template, it's a good idea to make one for yourself. This guide will show you how to do it.

1. To create a new file, go to File > New > Document or press CMD + N
2. Identify your print dimensions. For this example, we'll be using 5" x 7.5" with a 1/8" margin and 1/8" bleed.
3. Change the units to Inches, and then fill in the Width, Height, Margins, and Bleed. Make sure to have "Facing Pages" checked. Everything else can be changed later as needed.
4. Use the "Save Document Preset" button (highlighted below) to assign a name to this preset and save it for future use.
5. You can stop here, or you can click Create, File > Save As..., and save this template somewhere you can find it later.