Layout template and layout recall from a single source
Layout-neutral XML modules A layout template, which contains the precise design instructions, is necessary for making the printed or e-publication. The publication is a separate step in the workflow; it compiles one or more projects from the single source into different media.
Publications can be generated in various formats, including InDesign, PDF and HTML5. Layout templates, whether flow- or frame-oriented, are the key to automated layout and their quality is crucial. Automatic publication and layout recall are proven to significantly reduce costs and speed up workflows.
Publishing documents
We compile the document from the single source. We apply the previously defined metadata and filters that belong to the particular product variant. We check the document in the layout and then publish it to the desired final format. In the background, the templates are used to link the format-neutral XML modules with certain formats and styles. The designed document can be output for print in PDF, Word, FrameMaker, InDesign or as DITA. Online help systems can be in HTML, Java-Help or Adobe AIR. HTML5 is ideal for websites with responsive design (e.g. mobile devices) that also require multilingual implementations.
Publishing open data
Sometimes, output to an open data format for printable documents is preferred. ST4 can output as Word, InDesign and FrameMaker files. With the proper planning, the publishing can then be completed in the desired software and processed further as needed.
Layout recall
Despite the automated publication, the layout recall enables you to adjust column widths, insert breaks in tables or set page breaks. This can be useful for more complex layouts to obtain a perfectly designed final version of the document. When compared to conventional layout post-processing using desktop publishing software, it’s clear that relatively little effort is required for maximum effect – especially when working with foreign-language publications. The recall itself is performed in SCHEMA ST4, so that detailed optimisations can be saved and immediately checked in the preview. Reusing the settings and transferring them to other languages is another feature that ensures a fast but high-quality final result.
Publishing documents
We compile the document from the single source. We apply the previously defined metadata and filters that belong to the particular product variant. We check the document in the layout and then publish it to the desired final format. In the background, the templates are used to link the format-neutral XML modules with certain formats and styles. The designed document can be output for print in PDF, Word, FrameMaker, InDesign or as DITA. Online help systems can be in HTML, Java-Help or Adobe AIR. HTML5 is ideal for websites with responsive design (e.g. mobile devices) that also require multilingual implementations.
Layout recall
Despite the automated publication, the layout recall enables you to adjust column widths, insert breaks in tables or set page breaks. This can be useful for more complex layouts to obtain a perfectly designed final version of the document. When compared to conventional layout post-processing using desktop publishing software, it’s clear that relatively little effort is required for maximum effect – especially when working with foreign-language publications. The recall itself is performed in SCHEMA ST4, so that detailed optimisations can be saved and immediately checked in the preview. Reusing the settings and transferring them to other languages is another feature that ensures a fast but high-quality final result.
Publishing open data
Sometimes, output to an open data format for printable documents is preferred. ST4 can output as Word, InDesign and FrameMaker files. With the proper planning, the publishing can then be completed in the desired software and processed further as needed.
Scriptor highlights
- High-quality final versions achieved quickly
- Layout recall from the master and the translation
- Outputs to desktop publishing software and Word
Scriptor highlights
- Layout template and layout recall from a single source
- High-quality final versions achieved quickly
- Layout recall from the master and the translation
- Outputs to desktop publishing software and Word
Your advantages
- A single service provider responsible from template to recall
- Intermediate published output on request
- Further processing in desktop publishing software or Word
- Publications are more quickly available
- Significantly reduced costs compared to conventional workflows
Your advantages
- A single service provider responsible from template to recall
- Intermediate published output on request
- Further processing in desktop publishing software or Word
- Publications are more quickly available
- Significantly reduced costs compared to conventional workflows
Address
Scriptor
Dokumentations Service GmbH
Krackser Strasse 12c
33659 Bielefeld
Germany
Tel: +49 521 950220
Fax: +49 521 9502225
e-mail: info@scriptor.de
Contact
Heike Hettwer
Managing Director
Scriptor Dokumentations Service GmbH+ 49 521 950220