Opening Linked Stories in InCopy
InCopy, an application designed for collaborative content creation alongside InDesign, allows writers and editors to work on specific portions of a larger project. These portions, known as linked stories, are created and managed within InDesign and then made accessible to InCopy users. While InCopy doesn't directly open linked stories, it provides ways to access and edit them within your assigned workflow.
Here's an overview of how to access linked stories in InCopy:
Understanding the Workflow:
It's crucial to remember that InDesign plays a central role in managing linked stories. Your designer or layout artist will:
- Create the layout: They'll establish the overall design and structure of the document in InDesign.
- Link text frames: They'll designate specific text frames within the layout and link them to separate InCopy files, effectively creating individual "stories."
- Assign stories: Through your workflow system (often a Digital Asset Management system or a dedicated editorial platform), they'll assign specific linked stories to you for editing.
Accessing Assigned Stories in InCopy:
Once the stories are assigned, you won't directly open them in InCopy. Instead, your workflow system will play a crucial role:
- Check out stories: Depending on your specific system, you might need to "check out" assigned stories to gain exclusive editing rights and prevent conflicts with other editors.
- Launch InCopy: Upon checking out a story, your workflow system might automatically launch InCopy and open the assigned story directly.
- Navigate the Galley view: Alternatively, you might find all your assigned stories listed within InCopy's Galley view. Clicking on a specific story will open it for editing.
Important Considerations:
- Workflow system dependence: The specific steps for accessing linked stories will depend on your organization's chosen workflow system. Refer to its documentation or consult your system administrator for detailed instructions.
- Limited functionalities: Remember that InCopy primarily focuses on editing the text content within assigned stories. You cannot directly modify the layout or design elements established in InDesign.
By understanding the workflow and utilizing your specific system's functionalities, you can efficiently access and edit linked stories within InCopy, contributing your expertise to collaborative content creation projects.
