In this “Three Minutes Max” video, Nigel French shows how simple it actually is to align type to InDesign’s baseline grid, even with multiple columns that each use different leading. By using a little math right inside InDesign, he sets a “rhythm” for each bit of type and ends up with a harmonious layout.
Three Minutes Max comes from a fun—yet very competitive—session at our annual CreativePro Week conference. Speakers have three minutes to wow the audience with the tip and win a prize for a lucky conference attendee. To find out how to attend this incredible, information-packed week, check out CreativeProWeek.com.
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This article was last modified on August 29, 2025
This article was first published on December 11, 2018
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