![]() Once you create the layout on one Artboard, copy guides or repeating design elements to the others.While repetition can be achieved in a layout design by repeating similar elements in the foreground, it can also be achieved by repeating similar sized areas of negative space. Adjust elements in the positive space accordingly, or use this method to help with determining locations for guides on multiple Artboards. Simply draw a rectangle in the negative space on the first page, then move it to the second page for a visual comparison. It is the opposite of positive space, usually defined by content that fills the layout. Negative space is the background or white area of the page. Use the Rectangle Shape tool to draw a box in the negative space of one layout to comparing similar areas on separate Artboards.If your rulers are not displayed, choose View > Show Rulers or press Cmd+R (Ctrl+R on a PC). Pull guides from the rulers located on the top and left side of the document. Use guides to create repetition within the layout.Set the type on your title and/or first portfolio image page.Always use the Shift key while scaling images in order to maintain their proportions. Activate the second Artboard, then choose File > Place to insert one of your portfolio images.This will be the first page of your PDF portfolio. Use the Type tool to add a title to the first Artboard. ![]() You can activate an Artboard by clicking on it with the Selection tool. ![]() You will see all of the Artboards in the new document.Assign the number of Artboards you will need (don’t forget a title or contact page) and the paper size, then modify the Units settings and name the document.A video demonstrating my process is available on YouTube.
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