InDesign

How to Create a Tint in Adobe InDesign

B.A.W. Kemp

Mar 5, 2024 — 1 min read

Tints are a versatile tool in Adobe InDesign for adding subtle color variations to your designs. They are created by mixing a base color with white, resulting in a lighter and less saturated version of the original color. Tints can be used to create a range of effects, from delicate accents to soft backgrounds.

Method 1: Using the Swatches Panel

Open the Swatches Panel: Go to Window > Swatches to open the Swatches panel.
Create a New Swatch: Click the New Swatch button at the bottom of the Swatches panel.
Select Fill Color: In the New Swatch dialog box, click the Fill Color button and choose the desired base color for your tint.
Adjust Tint Percentage: Drag the Tint slider to adjust the percentage of white mixed with the base color. Lower values create lighter tints, while higher values create darker tints.
Name the Swatch: Enter a descriptive name for your tint swatch, such as “Base Color Tint 25%”.
Click OK: Click OK to create the new tint swatch. The swatch will appear in the Swatches panel and can be applied to objects in your document.

Method 2: Using the Color Panel

Open the Color Panel: Go to Window > Color to open the Color panel.
Select the Desired Color Mode: Ensure the selected color mode in the Color panel matches the color mode of your document (e.g., RGB or CMYK).
Choose the Base Color: Click on the color picker and select the desired base color for your tint.
Adjust Tint Percentage: In the Color panel, drag the Tint slider to adjust the percentage of white mixed with the base color.
Apply to Object: Select the object you want to apply the tint to and click on the fill color swatch in the Color panel. The tint will be applied to the selected object.

Tips for Using Tints

Use tints sparingly to avoid overpowering the design with too much color.
Consider using tints to create a sense of depth or dimension in your designs.
Use tints to create a consistent color palette throughout your document.
Experiment with different tint percentages to find the right balance for your design.
Remember that tints can affect the legibility of text, so ensure adequate contrast between the text color and the tint.

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