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Here are some crucial features to guide your decision.","The first step toward efficient, creative projects is a strong understanding of contrasting design software dynamics. We’ll help you take that first step by comparing two powerful software tools. Adobe InDesign and Illustrator each have unique, beneficial design functions. Here’s a quick rundown of each system, followed by an in-depth breakdown of their similarities and […]","The first step toward efficient, creative projects is a strong understanding of contrasting design software dynamics. We’ll help you take...","\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step toward efficient, creative projects is a strong understanding of contrasting design software dynamics. We’ll help you take that first step by comparing two powerful software tools. Adobe InDesign and Illustrator each have unique, beneficial design functions. Here’s a quick rundown of each system, followed by an in-depth breakdown of their similarities and differences.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--indesign\">InDesign\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.adobe.com\u002Fproducts\u002Findesign.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adobe InDesign\u003C\u002Fa> is a program that is used to create both print and digital projects. This typically includes things such as books, newsletters, brochures and newspapers. InDesign is often used by graphic designers, as it has extensive editing potential. It’s also used by marketers from time to time.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--illustrator\">Illustrator\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.adobe.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fillustrator.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adobe Illustrator\u003C\u002Fa> is a software tool used to create different graphics, such as illustrations, artwork, drawings and more. Both the Windows and Mac operating systems are capable of running Illustrator. It is a vector graphics tool, meaning it constructs images using different lines that form shapes.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-37697\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"545\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193115\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-25.jpg\" alt=\"Two words standing above others that spell 'AI'.\" class=\"wp-image-37697\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193115\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-25.jpg 800w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193115\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-25-450x307.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193115\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-25-768x523.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illustrator uses vector graphics.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you have some details about each app individually, here are four areas of comparison for the two systems, along with a breakdown for each:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--1-single-and-multi-page-projects\">1. Single and multi-page projects\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both InDesign and Illustrator handle single and multi-page tasks, so it’s important to weigh the benefits before deciding which to use. When it comes to single-page documents, especially print projects, Illustrator has the edge. Business cards and posters are ideal for Illustrator because it manipulates image and text size. It also handles visual features precisely.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Illustrator is capable of creating multi-page projects but InDesign is the superior multi-page option. InDesign has a \u003Ci>Master Page\u003C\u002Fi> function, which allows users to edit numerous pages without editing them individually. Furthermore, InDesign is ideal for multi-page, as it automatically numbers pages.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-25343\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"529\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-4.png\" alt=\"A user creates a newsletter using Adobe InDesign.\" class=\"wp-image-25343\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-4.png 800w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-4-450x298.png 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-4-768x508.png 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Decide which design software best suits your needs.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-4--2-comprehensive-drawing-features\">2. Comprehensive drawing features\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though it may seem obvious that Illustrator is the more in-depth drawing software, it’s critical to learn nuanced differences between the two programs’ drawing capabilities. Furthermore, it’s vital to know where Illustrator is lacking. When looking to draw creative, enhanced designs, Illustrator is the right choice. The artboard has multiple options and provides plenty of space to draw and create crisp designs. The only time Illustrator struggles with images is editing, so retain an alternative program to edit photos.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">InDesign does have a few drawing options, including a pencil tool and the ability to draw some lines and shapes. Also, drawings done on Illustrator can be imported into InDesign. This is helpful when a team member completes a multi-page project, as Illustrator is better for single-page projects.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-37699\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"790\" height=\"477\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193114\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-26.jpg\" alt=\"A drawn flower next to other flowers.\" class=\"wp-image-37699\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193114\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-26.jpg 790w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193114\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-26-450x272.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193114\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-26-768x464.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illustrator has superior drawing features.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-5--3-logo-creation-and-manipulation-for-organizations\">3. Logo creation and manipulation for organizations\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">InDesign creates shapes for logos but lags behind Illustrator in quite a few ways in this area. Illustrator is perfect for logo creation because images in Illustrator are made to fit any size while maintaining original quality. Logos change placements and sizes, so software that reacts correctly to the changes is necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another valuable function that makes Illustrator great for logo manipulation is the typesetting features. It shapes text to the preference of an organization. InDesign is great for text-related projects as well but it doesn’t measure up to Illustrator. Remember that each organization’s logo needs are drastically different. This information should guide you toward your program choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter wp-image-25345\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"715\" height=\"344\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-5.jpg\" alt=\"A screenshot of the INDD logo.\" class=\"wp-image-25345\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-5.jpg 715w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195311\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-5-450x217.jpg 450w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">InDesign falls short of Illustrator in logo design.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-6--4-beneficial-integrations\">4. Beneficial integrations\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A crucial aspect of choosing design software is determining how well it syncs with other programs. When it comes to integrations, Adobe InDesign flawlessly corresponds with important systems. One compelling InDesign integration is with Canto DAM, a digital asset management system designed to manage files.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fdigital-asset-management\u002F\">Digital asset management\u003C\u002Fa> is a comprehensive file storage solution. DAM provides a central location to store assets safely. InDesign connects to Canto and gives users a connection to open images from their media library in InDesign. This integration is vital for businesses who use InDesign and cloud storage systems.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dynamics of a venture evolve and the choice between these software will change as well. Understand their subtle differences to create strong projects.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To get more insight into these two dynamic systems, watch our brief Illustrator vs InDesign video here:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ccto-video-player vid=\"oIRYxoi5w2M\" platform=\"youtube\">\u003C\u002Fcto-video-player>",3,{"url":37,"url_md":38,"alt":39,"height":40,"width":41},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193114\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-27.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F05\u002F19193114\u002Findesign-vs-illustrator-27-450x305.jpg","A picture of mountains.",534,788,[43],{"id":44,"slug":44,"title":45,"path":46},"marketing-technology","Marketing technology","\u002Fpost-category\u002Fmarketing-technology\u002F",[48,55,62],{"featuredImage":49,"postId":50,"slug":51,"title":52,"description":53,"path":54},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19192818\u002Famazon-s3-image-hosting-450x300.jpg",39406,"amazon-s3-image-hosting","A guide to using Amazon S3 for enterprise image hosting","Amazon S3 is a part of the AWS that allows for file storage. If your company needs image hosting on the cloud, chances are S3 could benefit you.","\u002Fblog\u002Famazon-s3-image-hosting\u002F",{"featuredImage":56,"postId":57,"slug":58,"title":59,"description":60,"path":61},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F04\u002F19192016\u002Flinkedin-tools-4-450x253.jpg",43899,"linkedin-tools","The most modern, must-have LinkedIn tools to boost success","LinkedIn is the modern way to connect with people who share professional interests and fields. Check out these integrative tools to boost your experience.","\u002Fblog\u002Flinkedin-tools\u002F",{"featuredImage":63,"postId":64,"slug":65,"title":66,"description":67,"path":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F10\u002F19195250\u002Fbest-cloud-storage-13-450x294.jpg",18883,"best-cloud-storage","3 transformative ideas to redefine your search for cloud storage systems","Boost success with these new strategies for choosing best cloud storage software. Learn these fresh ideas to find the right cloud storage for you.","\u002Fblog\u002Fbest-cloud-storage\u002F",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":70},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M9.175 10.825Q8 9.65 8 8t1.175-2.825T12 4t2.825 1.175T16 8t-1.175 2.825T12 12t-2.825-1.175M4 20v-2.8q0-.85.438-1.562T5.6 14.55q1.55-.775 3.15-1.162T12 13t3.25.388t3.15 1.162q.725.375 1.163 1.088T20 17.2V20zm2-2h12v-.8q0-.275-.137-.5t-.363-.35q-1.35-.675-2.725-1.012T12 15t-2.775.338T6.5 16.35q-.225.125-.363.35T6 17.2zm7.413-8.587Q14 8.825 14 8t-.587-1.412T12 6t-1.412.588T10 8t.588 1.413T12 10t1.413-.587M12 18\"\u002F>",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":72},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M12 14q-.425 0-.712-.288T11 13t.288-.712T12 12t.713.288T13 13t-.288.713T12 14m-4.712-.288Q7 13.426 7 13t.288-.712T8 12t.713.288T9 13t-.288.713T8 14t-.712-.288M16 14q-.425 0-.712-.288T15 13t.288-.712T16 12t.713.288T17 13t-.288.713T16 14m-4 4q-.425 0-.712-.288T11 17t.288-.712T12 16t.713.288T13 17t-.288.713T12 18m-4.712-.288Q7 17.426 7 17t.288-.712T8 16t.713.288T9 17t-.288.713T8 18t-.712-.288M16 18q-.425 0-.712-.288T15 17t.288-.712T16 16t.713.288T17 17t-.288.713T16 18M5 22q-.825 0-1.412-.587T3 20V6q0-.825.588-1.412T5 4h1V2h2v2h8V2h2v2h1q.825 0 1.413.588T21 6v14q0 .825-.587 1.413T19 22zm0-2h14V10H5z\"\u002F>",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":74},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M12 20a8 8 0 0 0 8-8a8 8 0 0 0-8-8a8 8 0 0 0-8 8a8 8 0 0 0 8 8m0-18a10 10 0 0 1 10 10a10 10 0 0 1-10 10C6.47 22 2 17.5 2 12A10 10 0 0 1 12 2m.5 5v5.25l4.5 2.67l-.75 1.23L11 13V7z\"\u002F>",1789794103706]