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InDesign CS5

Macworld Rating

4.5 out of 5 Mice, May 12, 2010

Pros

  • New interactive features.
  • Multiple page sizes in one document.
  • Streamlined tools.
  • Tracking of text changes.
  • Some improved menu item locations.

Cons

  • Multi-page preview in Bridge requires preference change.
  • Minimal Dreamweaver integration improvement.
  • Few long document improvements.
  • Online collaboration tools will be fee-based after a year.

Software Details

  • Adobe
  • Mac OS X 10.5.7, 10.6
  • Intel
  • $699; upgrade $199

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