Animation and interactivity may be one of InDesign’s best-kept secrets. Learning these features can set you apart and open up entirely new ways to share ideas and guide readers. Turn static pages into digital publications people can explore, watch, listen to, and interact with.
In this session, you’ll see how InDesign’s rich-media tools (such as buttons and video) can support real communication goals, from guiding readers through content to bringing stories, presentations, reports, and publications to life. You’ll learn how to preview your work and explore publishing options for your audience.
Topics include:
- Build intuitive navigation with buttons, hyperlinks, and interactive controls
- Use animation to guide attention and reveal content
- Add video and audio that deepen the reader experience
- Preview, test, and troubleshoot interactive elements
- Choosing an output method: HTML, Publish Online, FXL, and more
This article was last modified on August 6, 2026
This article was first published on August 6, 2026
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