Adobe InDesign Document
General Information
| Title | INDD File Extension |
| Extension | .indd |
| Full Form | Adobe InDesign Document |
| File Type | Layout File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/x-indesign |
File Function
| Primary Function | Desktop publishing |
| Additional Functions | Print layout, Digital publishing |
| Features | Multilayered, Page design |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Books | Yes |
| Magazines | Yes |
| Brochures | Yes |
| E-books | Yes |
| Interactive PDFs | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Embedded scripts |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Authorized sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | August 31, 1999 |
| Latest Version | As part of Adobe Creative Cloud (2023) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .idml, .inx, .pmd |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe InDesign |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 QuarkXPress (with plugin) |
Purchase | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe InCopy |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |