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Mateomono
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November 25, 2024
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Save on computer or to cloud?

  • November 25, 2024
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Hi, 
This is my first time working with indesign.

Im currently working on a relativly large project. Is it better to save my file to the cloud or on my computer? 

 

Thank you for any help! 

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BobLevine
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BobLevineCommunity Expert
Community Expert
November 25, 2024

Working in a Dropbox or OneDrive folder carries all the benefits of working locally along with having a full back with version control. That is my recommended workflow and has been for many years.

    Derek Cross
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    Derek CrossCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    November 25, 2024

    In adition to the other useful advise offered, I suggest if you're working on a document for a long time, you save it as an IDML document so as to clear out the crud that builds up and that can cause a document corruption.

    Abhishek Rao
    Community Manager
    Abhishek RaoCommunity Manager
    Community Manager
    November 25, 2024

    Hi @Mateomono,

     

    Welcome to InDesign!

     

    For a large project, it's generally safer to save your work locally on your computer to avoid any potential syncing issues or slowdowns with cloud storage. Once you're done with a session, you can back up the file to the cloud for extra security. 

     

    Let me know if you need more help! 😊

     

    Thanks, 

    Abhishek Rao

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    MateomonoAuthor
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    November 25, 2024

    Hi @Abhishek Rao 
    Thank you for your help! How do I do this "nce you're done with a session, you can back up the file to the cloud for extra security. "?

    Abhishek Rao
    Community Manager
    Abhishek RaoCommunity Manager
    Community Manager
    November 25, 2024

    Here's the revised guidance incorporating the additional point about saving directly to Adobe Creative Cloud:

    Hi @Mateomono,

     

    You're welcome! You can back up your file to the cloud once you're done working:

    1. Save Your File Locally:

    Make sure your InDesign file is saved on your computer first:

    • Go to File > Save As, select a folder on your computer, and save your work.

    2. Upload to the Cloud:

    Depending on your preferred cloud service, follow these steps:

    • Adobe Creative Cloud:

      • If you want to save directly to Adobe Creative Cloud, go to File > Save As > Save to Cloud Document. Choose the appropriate location in your Creative Cloud storage and save it there.
      • Alternatively, you can open the Creative Cloud desktop app and drag your locally saved file into the Files section, or upload it through the Creative Cloud website. Reference: Create or convert files to cloud documents

    • Google Drive / OneDrive / Dropbox:

      • Open your preferred cloud service in your browser or desktop app.
      • Drag and drop your file into the desired folder, or use the upload button to locate the file on your computer.

    Let me know if you need more details or help with a specific service! 😊

     

    Thanks,
    Abhishek Rao

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