Follow these steps to create your first variable data project in Adobe InDesign CC 2023 using the HP SmartStream Designer plug-in. 1. Prepare Your Data Source
When swapping variable images, ensure all source files share identical aspect ratios to prevent awkward stretching inside InDesign frames.
To use the plugin with InDesign CC 2023, you need to be part of the HP Indigo user community.
Select an image frame, click the image field assignment, and point the plug-in to the local folder or server asset path containing your variable images. Step 5: Preview and Validate
By working directly within InDesign CC 2023, designers can maintain full control over the layout, typography, and color management while managing complex, database-driven personalization.
If you want to customize layouts beyond basic text swapping, use the engine. Define criteria based on your data columns to hide/show layers, change font colors, or apply distinct paragraph styles automatically. Step 5: Preflight and Composition
