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Layout and Design

5 Document Design "Don'ts" to Avoid

by Susan C. Daffron

The ultimate goal of any document is to be read, so avoid design treatments that impair readability

7 Cures for Unusable User's Guides

by Susan C. Daffron

Tips to improve the writing in your user guide so it actually helps people

7 Cures for Ailing Presentations

by Susan C. Daffron

Avoid "death by PowerPoint" and keep your presentations interesting

7 Cures for Common Layout Mistakes

by Susan C. Daffron

How to fix common mistakes in layout

Keep Readers Awake: Tips for More Interesting Newsletters

by Susan C. Daffron

Don't let your newsletter turn into a snooze-letter.

Improve the Readability of Your Newsletter

by Susan C. Daffron

Design techniques that make your newsletter easier to read.

How to Approach a Newsletter Project

by Susan C. Daffron

What to do when the boss says you are in charge of the newsletter now.

A Few Font Dos and Don'ts

by Susan C. Daffron

With a few guidelines, even the graphically challenged can make good font choices.

Desktop Publishing Basics

by Susan C. Daffron

Creating a layout using desktop publishing software isn't very difficult once you understand a couple of basic principles.

Designing a Page

by Susan C. Daffron

Learn how to approach a new layout project so everything fits.

Creating Readable Documents

by Susan C. Daffron

If you take the time to create legible layouts, you'll be rewarded with documents people are actually willing to read.

Use Word to Create Promotional Bookmarks for your Books

by Susan C. Daffron

Produce your own promotional bookmarks using just your own printer and Word

Choosing Desktop Publishing Software

by Susan C. Daffron

Things to think about when you select DTP software.

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