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How do I change the date format in Indesign?
You can type date formats directly into the Date Format box, or you can choose format options by clicking the triangle to the right of the box. For example, the date format “MM/dd/yy” displays as 12/22/07. By changing the format to “MMM. d, yyyy” the date will display as Dec.
How do I edit a variable in InDesign?
Choose Type > Text Variables > Define. Click New, or select an existing variable and click Edit. Type a name for the variable, such as “Full Chapter” or “Running Title.” From the Type menu, choose a variable type, specify the options for that type, and then click OK.
How to use live captions in InDesign CS5?
InDesign CS5 and later versions have an array of features that are often overlooked and under-used. This tutorial demonstrates the live captions functionality within InDesign, which enables you to place a caption for multiple images using the image’s metadata. In this example, I’ll show you how to display the image’s title as a caption.
How to convert live captions to static captions?
You’ll have to convert the live captions to static captions if you want that functionality. To make “Caption Frame” the default text frame style, drag the little “T” icon next to its name.
How to insert caption variable in Adobe Photoshop?
With the insertion point in the text frame, choose Type > Text Variables > Insert Variable, and then choose the caption variable you want to include. Insert as many caption variables as needed. Move the caption text frame next to an image frame, or group the caption text frame with the image frame.
Can a live caption be added to an existing image?
When you generate a caption from an existing image, you can generate either a static caption, which can be modified only manually, or a live caption, which is updated if the image or the image metadata changes. For example, if you move a live caption next to a different image, the caption displays metadata from the different image.