Graphics and design
QuarkXPress
Quark Software Inc.
About
The powerful publishing system QuarkXPress features a comprehensive suite of tools for text processing, web page creation, and graphic and color management, all within an intuitive interface.Currently, QuarkXPress is widely utilized in commercial printing houses, magazine, newspaper, and book publishing firms, marketing and advertising agencies, and design studios.
In addition to tools for creating iPad applications, the QuarkXPress package offers users an export utility called ePub, which enables the production of final content in the form of eBooks.Among others, the ePub utility supports popular platforms for the distribution and viewing of digital publications, such as iBooks, Kindle, and Nook.Additional eBook support is provided by Reflow View technology, which ensures the correct display of page layouts on any device that requires the reformatting of the original design.
The QuarkXPress package now includes—for the first time—support for the Blio eReader utility, enabling eBook reading across Windows, Android, and iOS environments.Among the new general-purpose features in QuarkXPress, notable additions include element cloning, new markers for bulleted and numbered lists, and "conditional" styles that automatically format page content based on a predefined set of rules.New callouts now allow frames and object groups to move automatically in tandem with the text, while the ImageGrid feature enables layout designers to quickly import or construct layout grids for graphics.A similarly purposed feature, Linkster, is designed for establishing or breaking links between text boxes and entire notes.The Story Editor module allows users to process the text content of an article within a full-featured text editor environment.
The new version of the Quark publishing system also enhances professional productivity by automating a range of labor-intensive tasks that were previously performed manually.The product boasts expanded support for "styles," as well as more sophisticated tools for working with lists, creating callouts, and handling various other tasks.QuarkXPress also streamlines text editing, the cloning of individual elements, the creation of image grids, and the duplication of objects or entire pages.
Aspiration.Inspired by designers' pursuit of perfection, QuarkXPress is redefining the way design professionals work.The drive to excel and continuously improve is the guiding principle behind this layout and design suite—created to help you achieve your goals.
Enjoyment.Rediscover the joy of design with QuarkXPress’s intuitive interface.Without distracting you from the task at hand, a powerful suite of creative tools helps you effortlessly do what you do best—bring your vision to life.
Confidence.Launch QuarkXPress and experience the confidence that comes from over two decades of expertise from a pioneer in layout and design software.Through continuous innovation, QuarkXPress delivers an intuitive interface, cross-media design capabilities, and precise typographic control to help you realize your creative concepts.
Control.You are the expert creating your own designs.QuarkXPress 8 gives designers complete typographic control to craft stunning text.Character-level controls and enhanced baseline grids—combined with support for Unicode and OpenType®—empower you to achieve exactly the effect you desire.A Step Forward.QuarkXPress is an excellent prepress tool, but for us—just as for you—that is no longer enough.Be bold!Leverage your existing skills and the built-in Web and Flash authoring tools to publish print content across various media environments.There is no need to purchase additional software packages or write code!
A Familiar Environment.While everyone will enjoy the simplicity and enhanced features of QuarkXPress, current users will especially appreciate the familiar workspace, complete with familiar menus, palettes, and dialog boxes.
Now designers can:
Experience true freedom using the new, intuitive QuarkXPress interface.
Utilize built-in Web and Flash authoring tools to publish print content across various media environments.
Create stunningly designed text layouts, thanks to the unparalleled typographic control placed directly in the designer's hands.
Work faster and more efficiently with Illustrator file import and Photoshop® support;enhanced tools for handling images, illustrations, and text;fully customizable character controls;improved baseline grids; and other advanced features.
Publish globally using dictionaries and hyphenation modules that support over 30 languages;open and print projects created anywhere in the world using a single, universal QuarkXPress 8 file format;and achieve high-quality layouts and typography for East Asian languages.