In this short video, Khara Plicanic shows how to add a little Photoshop-level magic to your InDesign layouts with the use of blend modes. Easily apply this effect—to photos, shapes, text, and even to entire groups—from the top of the Effects panel. Try out the different modes to create a wide range of effects on your next InDesign creation.
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This article was last modified on October 30, 2025
This article was first published on October 30, 2025
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