Automate Envelope Addressing &amp; Labels with InDesign: A Mail Merge Class for Creatives
Tired of manually typing names and addresses for every envelope, invitation, or label? Whether you're sending out holiday cards, wedding invites, or designing product labels, this class will show you how to automate the entire process using Mail Merge in Adobe InDesign.
With just a simple spreadsheet (from Excel or Apple Numbers) and a few easy steps in InDesign, you can automatically generate dozens—or even hundreds—of unique designs in minutes. No more copy-pasting. No more ugly store-bought labels.
In this class, you’ll learn how to:
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Use Mail Merge (Data Merge) in Adobe InDesign
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Link your InDesign layout to a spreadsheet (Excel, Numbers, or Google Sheets)
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Automatically populate text fields like names, addresses, and more
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Create custom envelopes, labels, cards, or name badges
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Set up mass production for barcodes, product info, or sports cards
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Even if you’ve never opened InDesign before, don’t worry—if you're familiar with Photoshop or Illustrator, you’ll feel right at home. This class uses only a handful of basic tools and is designed to be approachable for everyone.
Who This Class Is For: Perfect for designers, DIYers, small business owners, and event planners who want to save time and automate repetitive layout tasks. Whether you're personalizing mailers or creating a full product line, this method will change the way you work.
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Adobe InDesign
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A spreadsheet (from Excel, Apple Numbers, or Google Sheets)
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Optional: barcode generator or image linking for more advanced merge projects.
Class Runtime: Approximately 31 minutes

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Mail Merge in InDesign: Easily Create and Print Mass Envelopes or Labels

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