Transparency and Effects: Part 2

In the previous chapter, we created the base elements of a user interface design. This chapter continues from where we left off. Let's recap what we covered in Chapter 7. After setting up the document and grid system, we created a multi-object background using gradients, effects, and blending modes. We also completed the primary user interface graphic. We worked with InDesign libraries, effects, object styles, and stroke properties.

This chapter follows on from the previous chapter. We will explore applying effects to specific attributes of a chosen design element – for example, a fill, a stroke, or text.Speaking of text, we’ll apply effects to text elements whilst maintaining full editibility. We’ll apply object styles to objects and duplicate elements precisely where we need them, using the step and repeat functionality found in InDesign. We’ll also create custom shapes using the Pathfinder commands.

The main...