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You could increase the slug area on the outside and use that area for the tab. Be sure to include it when printing or creating the PDF.

 

Question: are the tabs on every page or just divider pages? If divider pages, I would build them as separate documents since they will be printed separately anyway. If the tabs are counted in the page count, you can adjust the numbers manually--or add in a blank, two-page filler document (assuming you are using the book feature). 

 

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Dave Creamer of IDEAS
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Dave Creamer of IDEASCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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July 4, 2022

You could increase the slug area on the outside and use that area for the tab. Be sure to include it when printing or creating the PDF.

 

Question: are the tabs on every page or just divider pages? If divider pages, I would build them as separate documents since they will be printed separately anyway. If the tabs are counted in the page count, you can adjust the numbers manually--or add in a blank, two-page filler document (assuming you are using the book feature). 

 

David Creamer: Community Expert (ACI and ACE 1995-2023)
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July 3, 2022

Do you want CUT tabs (made by professional cutter/printer), or PRINTED tabs (part of the page with tab info, page normal size)? Either way it is inside your InDesign page, NOT outside.

Willi Adelberger
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Willi AdelbergerCommunity Expert
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July 3, 2022

Outside Tabs are part of the page. You need to add cutting lines in a spot color as the printer requires. Additional to the page (with the content tab) do not forget to add a bleed.

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    July 3, 2022

    Can you tell me the steps please 

    Willi Adelberger
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    Willi AdelbergerCommunity Expert
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    July 3, 2022
    1. Page set up in the size including the tab.
    2. Draw spot color lines, where the pages are to cut.
    3. Communicate with the printer.
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