The 2020 release (Version 15) introduced transformative features that fundamentally changed the designer's workflow:
: A long-requested feature, this version automated the placement of lines (rules) between text columns. Previously a manual drawing task, these became dynamic parts of the text frame that adjusted automatically with content. Collaborative Evolution in v15.1 Adobe InDesign 2020 v15.1.3
Beyond visual features, v15.1.3 focused heavily on "under the hood" improvements: these allow for precise
: The 2020 release achieved launch speeds up to 25% faster than previous versions. non-stepped adjustments to attributes like weight
: Designers gained the ability to use infinitely customizable "Variable Fonts". Unlike static fonts, these allow for precise, non-stepped adjustments to attributes like weight, width, and slant, offering unparalleled typographic control within a single font file.