a special document that shows you have achieved something

Applying layout in desktop publishing

Computing

Using text and images to communicate

Editing text

Placeholders in templates

Adding content

Editing and improving a document

In this unit pupils will explore how text and images can be used to communicate messages. They will use desktop publishing software to make careful choices of font size, colour, and style to improve documents. They explore a range of page layouts using templates and placeholders as design tools.

Desktop publishing

to make sure it looks good and has the right information

Why is planning important before making an award certificate?

You will likely get it right the first time.

You may need to make several changes to get it right.

Improving your work helps make it better.

It’s normal to make adjustments as you go.

Which statement about creating documents is wrong?

Decide what information and images you need

What do we call the reason for making a document?

What should a template for an award certificate include?

What is meant by ‘content’ in desktop publishing?

to help you start with a ready-made layout

What is the purpose of using a template when creating a document?

Put these steps in order for using a template to create a document:

What is the word for a space in a template where you can add your own text or image?

whether it supports the information you are sharing

What should you think about when choosing an image for your document?

Starter Quiz