DTP Principles is a platform- and software-independent guide to understanding some of the most important fundamentals of word processing and desktop publishing. By concentrating on the universal principles of good document design, this guide provides valuable information for all users of DTP and word processing software, regardless of their choice of software and computer system. DTP Principles covers such important topics as: Planning a document's structure, from page design to text layout and attributes Understanding font styles, and how to choose the right font for your document How to present text well, by punctuating correctly and adding embellishments The Golden Ratio, and how to use it to give your documents excellent design balance