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Horizontal Shift in Quark
I tend to use this option when I have some text that almost fits into a space but is over by one or two words. Rather than decrease the point size you can if you are careful squeeze the text a little so that it fits space but the type is no smaller....
Collect For Output
One thing that never fails to frustrate me is when someone sends you a Quark file but does not collect the file for output. Basically the collect for output function finds and collects any pictures and fonts in your document so that when you send th...
Auto Backup
The automatic backup option in Quark has already saved me on countless occasions when I have being half way through a project and my mac has decided freeze. It's a really useful little tool as even people who save regularly like myself can get caugh...
Hiding the Guides in Quark
I use the guide rules a lot when typesetting documents but sometimes you need to turn them off to get a good view of your overall layout. You can do this by pressing F7. Press F7 a second time and the guides turn back on. ...
Using the Find and Replace Option In Quark
The find and replace option in Quark (Apple key and F) can help save a lot of time. I use it primarily for removing double spacing from documents or for making changes to font size and style. To remove double spacing make sure the text option is...
Linking Text Boxes in Quark
In many layouts it is necessary to link text so that it flows from one text box to another. This can be done by using the linking tool (shown below). Simply choose the tool from the toolbox, then click on the first box to be linked, followed by the...
Bullet Points in Quark
It might come as a surprise to users of programs such as Word but Quark does not have the ability to produce automatic bullet points. There are two way to create the actual bullet point. You can either press the alt (option) key and 8. This creates...
Adding Drop Caps in Quark
To add a drop cap in Quark use the format box under the style menu (Apple key and F). Tick the drop cap box so the options become available. The character count option specifies how many characters you wish to drop. In this example I have chosen to...
Text to Box Function in Quark
Quark has a handy function which allows you to create interesting effects with text. With the text box option there are only limited options. You can apply colours to the text but the 'text to box' function enables the use of blends. To use it first...
