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02-04-2011, 07:22 PM
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Dwarf
Join Date: Feb 2011
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Photoshop vs. InDesign
Not sure if this is the right section to post it in :P If it isn't I'll move it.
What do you guys prefer to use? Adobe Photoshop or InDesign? Also tell what you think each on is best at...
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02-04-2011, 07:29 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Newport, RI
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each has its own wonderful purpose... in short, Photoshop = photo editing. InDesign = Layout. And if you are using photoshop for layout work you are WRONG! 
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02-04-2011, 07:31 PM
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Living the dream
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Somewhat south of Idaho
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They're completely different apps that are meant for two entirely different purposes. Comparing the two is like comparing a screwdriver to a saw and asking which is preferable.
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02-04-2011, 07:33 PM
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Archduchess of Avocadoes
Join Date: May 2006
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I prefer to use the right tool for the job at hand. Photoshop and InDesign are two completely different tools. It's like asking a contractor whether they prefer their power drill or their nail gun.
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02-04-2011, 07:38 PM
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Dwarf
Join Date: Feb 2011
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Very nice analogies guys!
Thanks for the input!
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02-04-2011, 07:38 PM
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Bescmirched from on High
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Below the navel
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While there might be a time where I make a decision between using InDesign or Illustrator (or even Illustrator vs Photoshop for certain tasks).
There is almost NEVER a "choosing" between Photoshop and InDesign.
If making a layout (for a poster, brochure, CD cover, etc) I would never use Photoshop.
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02-04-2011, 07:41 PM
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Dwarf
Join Date: Feb 2011
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Good to know. I honestly have never used InDesign before... so I think I might go ahead and get it.
I've been using Photoshop since I was 10 (I'm currently 12)... and I've used it to do EVERYTHING. Thanks guys!
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02-04-2011, 07:54 PM
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Bescmirched from on High
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Below the navel
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Wow. Photoshop is an expensive bit of software for a 10-12 year old--as is InDesign.
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02-04-2011, 08:08 PM
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Dwarf
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 130
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My mom does Graphic Design/Marketing for her work... they have left over keys/licenses. HUGE benefit.
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02-04-2011, 08:12 PM
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Archduchess of Avocadoes
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Between the North & South Poles
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lol... And here I am with the moderator hat on, ready to scold a 12-year-old should he mention downloading a hacked version of InDesign. 
By the way, welcome aboard! Please have a read through the threads in this section so you know all the rules and some of the inner workings of how this place is run. 
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Ain't no paté like an avocado paté, 'cause an avocado paté don't stop!
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