Adobe InDesign makes it much easier to create professional-looking documents and marketing materials. I especially like how much control it gives over layouts, text formatting, and page design. Once you get familiar with the basics, it becomes a reliable tool for creating brochures, PDFs, flyers, and other multi-page documents while keeping everything organized and consistent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The biggest challenge is the learning curve for new users. Some features are not immediately intuitive, and it can take time to understand the workflow. Managing fonts, linked files, and export settings can also be a little frustrating at times, especially when working on larger projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find Adobe InDesign's user interface easy to use, which is the aspect I like the most. It's also an easy-to-learn program, making it accessible for novice designers like myself. Compared to Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign offers a much easier-to-navigate environment and has a lower barrier to entry, which simplifies graphic design for those who are new to the field. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes there are elements that just don't work as well, like things snapping when I don't want them to snap. There are also certain guardrails in place that can be annoying and some of the image placement frames were not as well thought out. They're easy to fix, but I would do things differently with that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adobe InDesign gives me the most control when I need marketing materials to look polished, professional, and brand-consistent. I use it most often for flyers, event collateral, signage, multi-page documents, and other print-ready pieces that need to feel more elevated than something built in PowerPoint or Canva.

The biggest value for me is the precision. Tools like master pages, paragraph styles, linked assets, grids, and exact image placement make it easier to keep everything consistent across multiple pages or different versions of the same piece. It definitely has a learning curve, but once you understand the workspace, it can save a lot of time and helps the final product look much more intentional.

I also like how well it connects with the rest of Adobe Creative Cloud. Being able to build or edit assets in Illustrator or Photoshop and then bring them into InDesign to finalize the layout makes the overall workflow much smoother. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adobe InDesign is a powerful tool, but it definitely comes with a learning curve. The interface can feel intimidating at first, especially if you are not using it every day or if you are switching back and forth between InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Some tools are not as intuitive as they could be, and even simple tasks can take a few extra steps until you figure out the right workflow.

I also find that linked files, packaging, and export settings can be frustrating when everything is not organized properly from the start. It is easy to end up with missing links, font issues, or PDF settings that require troubleshooting before a file is truly ready to share or send to print.

Overall, my biggest dislike is that InDesign is not always beginner-friendly. It is worth learning, but at times it can feel overly technical compared to faster drag-and-drop tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how Adobe InDesign allows me to create complex layouts and designs for various purposes like social media, email, yard signs, sandwich boards, and window clings. I appreciate the precision in alignment and the control over text and character styles. It's great for keeping everything aligned and professional-looking, especially in complex layouts. I also find that it enables me to create effective headers and design hierarchies that guide users' eyes. Additionally, I like that it integrates well with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the interface confusing and complicated for new users. It has an old school interface that's not really keeping up with modern programs like Canva and Figma in terms of ease of use. Although it's easy for me, my students who are new to it find it hard to understand. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like best about Adobe InDesign is how well it balances precision, flexibility, and scale—especially for professional, design‑heavy documents.

Here are the stand‑out strengths:

Unmatched layout control

InDesign gives you pixel‑level control over typography, grids, spacing, and alignment. Features like master pages, baseline grids, styles, and object anchoring make complex layouts both consistent and elegant.

Best‑in‑class typography

From paragraph and character styles to OpenType features, GREP styles, and optical margin alignment, InDesign is built for serious typographic work—something no other layout tool does as well.

Handles long, complex documents gracefully

Whether it’s proposals, reports, RFQs, catalogs, or multi‑chapter publications, InDesign excels at managing hundreds of pages with TOCs, indexes, cross‑references, and synchronized styles. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Steep learning curve

InDesign can feel overwhelming to newcomers. Core concepts like styles, master pages, text threading, and GREP are incredibly powerful—but not intuitive at first, which slows onboarding.

Performance with very large files

Long documents with lots of linked assets, tables, or complex formatting can become sluggish. Crashes and long save times are still a reality on big proposals or reports. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I love about InDesign is that it's one of the easiest page layout programs to use. With keyboard shortcuts that are similar or the same as the other Adobe applications like Photoshop and Illustrator, with this deep integrations not only makes the workflow more efficient but also ensures an unmatched level of performance and reliability across the entire production pipeline. If I had to buy only one application from Adobe, the pricing would be hands down, InDesign Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have been using InDesign since 1996, 30 years and counting, and really does get better and better with each new update. For me, it might be the AI. It's almost better for me when I need online support, but sometimes the answers are wrong or out-dated. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like best about Adobe InDesign is its precision and control over layout and typography. It’s the ideal tool for creating professional editorial designs, from brochures and magazines to reports and books. The integration with other Adobe Creative Cloud apps makes the workflow smooth and efficient, especially when working with images and vector graphics. It’s reliable, structured, and perfect for building clean, well-organized layouts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While InDesign is extremely powerful, it can feel a bit rigid for quick or experimental layouts compared to more fluid design tools. Some features take time to master, especially for beginners, and managing fonts or linked files can become complex in larger projects. However, these are minor issues once you get used to the workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that I'm used to Adobe InDesign now and know where everything is. It's great that I know what I want to do and how to do it. The addition of new pieces to the base software gives me tools and capabilities I didn't have before, which I really appreciate. This makes doing what I have to do a more enjoyable experience overall. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Why can't if I change the settings for measurements on a document, why can't InDesign hold it? I have to do this for every design everything I open, I have to go in and redo because I do not wanna work in a particular measurement. The other thing is that every time I close it out, my desktop setting changes to something else and not to the desktop that I want. And I wish you could also keep that the way that I had it. Let me have what I want, not what you want me to have. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adobe InDesign is a powerful tool for creating documents and publications that require innovative and professional design solutions, especially when integrated with other Adobe applications for photo editing and vector graphics. This compatibility streamlines the workflow, making it more efficient and time-saving.

The platform’s performance improvements are particularly beneficial when working with large documents or print projects. Additionally, the introduction of artificial intelligence features enhances the design process by assisting with page layouts and generating images through prompts. The ability to convert PDFs into editable layouts further adds to its versatility.

Overall, Adobe Creative Cloud offers strong value and great princing for designers seeking high-quality results in both digital and print media. The user support is also a key advantage, with comprehensive manuals, responsive help from Adobe, and built-in tutorials that make the interface user-friendly and easier to navigate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The program is user-friendly and works well for publications. One area for improvement would be adding real-time collaborative documents, so multiple users can edit and create publications together and still have easy access to them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adobe InDesign as everyone knows is a part of the Adobe Creative Suite, the best tools for all aspects of creative creation on the market at a reasonable price, and InDesign is in my opinion the best print/online publishing tool out there. I used to be an advocate for Quark Xpress, but InDesign has surpassed this software, its integration with the other Adobe Suite tools helps provide a seamless set of solution for my workflow. It is easy to use and intuitive to my needs, it has been implemented into my working practices, and I use it daily. Customer support when needed is excellent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

In all honesty I can't think of one at all. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.