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Master UX and UI design with Adobe XD. Learn from experts to create appealing interfaces, enhanced user experiences and boost your app development skills professionally and creatively.

1 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Exploring XD and new methods that improve your client reach through engagement design.
  • How to use the Adobe Suite and design elements to create responsive web content.
  • Understanding design thinking to achieve goals and develop a strong brand.
  • How to communicate ideas more effectively using Adobe's marketplace and design opportunities.
  • Exploring wireframing design and prototyping new website builds.
  • How to use design methods to test ideas and concepts and retain client relationships and business goals.
  • Understanding design concepts to improve client relationships using this software.
  • Such a brilliant course! Our trainer was so knowledgeable and helpful, genuinely interested in how he could help us at work and in our ideas and questions. The location was great and I learnt so much.

    Foil AI
    December 2025
  • I really enjoyed my three days training in InDesign and Illustrator Advanced earlier this week.

    Mid Sussex Council
    December 2025
  • Excellent training course. Very valuable use of my time. Our trainer was great and went at at the right speed for me to keep up. Now I need an extra day to make a project to put it all into practice.

    Financial Ombudsman Service
    December 2025
  • Our trainer was engaging and delivered the content well. It provoked a lot of discussion and was really good food for thought on how we do things as a company.

    Dermalogica
    December 2025
  • The trainer's knowledge was very strong and he was able to answer all my questions. Admin staff were very friendly and helpful.

    VCCP
    December 2025
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    Evercore
    November 2025
  • The training was very professional and done with passion. As someone who uses Windows devices often, this has opened my mind to obtaining a Mac and extending my knowledge within this area.

    Hargreaves Lansdown Fund Managers Limited
    September 2025
  • Amazing course - very thorough and detailed. I learnt a lot of valuable skills that I have applied to my content thanks to this course!

    Babcock Land Defence Limited
    November 2025
  • Fantastic training, the explanations were really clear and the pacing was perfect, I feel like I've learnt so much. Our tutor was great, patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

    October 2025
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    December 2025
  • Absolutely top quality training and facilities.

    National Museum of Wales
    December 2025
  • Thank you so much for yesterday. Fin and I found the course extremely useful and engaging.

    Stepping Stone Media
    November 2025
  • Staff were helpful and the course was relevant to my needs. A great course!

    VCCP
    December 2025
  • Just wanted to say thank you for the course yesterday. The trainer was great and the team got exactly what they needed.

    Essex County Council
    December 2025
  • Probably the best course I have been on. Very thorough and entertaining.

    Cancer Research UK
    August 2025
  • Such a brilliant course! Our trainer was so knowledgeable and helpful, genuinely interested in how he could help us at work and in our ideas and questions. The location was great and I learnt so much.

    Foil AI
    December 2025
  • I really enjoyed my three days training in InDesign and Illustrator Advanced earlier this week.

    Mid Sussex Council
    December 2025
  • Excellent training course. Very valuable use of my time. Our trainer was great and went at at the right speed for me to keep up. Now I need an extra day to make a project to put it all into practice.

    Financial Ombudsman Service
    December 2025
  • Our trainer was engaging and delivered the content well. It provoked a lot of discussion and was really good food for thought on how we do things as a company.

    Dermalogica
    December 2025
  • The trainer's knowledge was very strong and he was able to answer all my questions. Admin staff were very friendly and helpful.

    VCCP
    December 2025
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    Evercore
    November 2025
  • The training was very professional and done with passion. As someone who uses Windows devices often, this has opened my mind to obtaining a Mac and extending my knowledge within this area.

    Hargreaves Lansdown Fund Managers Limited
    September 2025
  • Amazing course - very thorough and detailed. I learnt a lot of valuable skills that I have applied to my content thanks to this course!

    Babcock Land Defence Limited
    November 2025
  • Fantastic training, the explanations were really clear and the pacing was perfect, I feel like I've learnt so much. Our tutor was great, patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

    October 2025
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    December 2025
  • Absolutely top quality training and facilities.

    National Museum of Wales
    December 2025
  • Thank you so much for yesterday. Fin and I found the course extremely useful and engaging.

    Stepping Stone Media
    November 2025
  • Staff were helpful and the course was relevant to my needs. A great course!

    VCCP
    December 2025
  • Just wanted to say thank you for the course yesterday. The trainer was great and the team got exactly what they needed.

    Essex County Council
    December 2025
  • Probably the best course I have been on. Very thorough and entertaining.

    Cancer Research UK
    August 2025

This XD Introduction course includes

  • bullet point icon Authorised Certificate
  • bullet point icon Lifetime support after your course
  • bullet point icon Course materials
  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
  • bullet point icon Authorised Trainers
  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

Book this course

We offer XD Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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The Transmedia team have an exceptional level of trainers leading on the delivery side. We had very positive responses from our trainees on the calibre of training they received. Thank you again.

Cambridge Partnership for Education
December 2025

Course Outline for XD Introduction

Navigating the XD Interface

  • Exploring the intuitive XD workspace and toolbars
  • Understanding the artboard concept and its role in design
  • Customising the interface for optimal workflow efficiency
  • Utilising keyboard shortcuts for rapid design processes

Creating and Managing Design Elements

  • Crafting vector graphics with XD's shape tools
  • Implementing colour schemes and gradient effects
  • Applying and customising strokes and fills
  • Adjusting opacity and blending modes for visual depth
  • Importing and manipulating external graphics (PNG, JPG, SVG)

Mastering Text and Typography

  • Exploring XD's text tools and formatting options
  • Implementing responsive font sizing and styling
  • Creating and applying text styles for consistency
  • Utilising system fonts and Adobe Fonts integration

Leveraging XD's Powerful Features

  • Implementing symbols for reusable design components
  • Utilising the Repeat Grid for efficient layout creation
  • Aligning elements with grids and smart guides
  • Exploring XD's layout features for responsive design

Building Interactive Prototypes

  • Understanding the parent-child relationship in XD
  • Creating interactive links and transitions between artboards
  • Implementing micro-interactions and animations
  • Exploring voice prototyping and auto-animate features

Collaborating and Sharing Designs

  • Utilising XD's cloud documents for team collaboration
  • Sharing prototypes for stakeholder feedback
  • Implementing design specs for developer handoff
  • Exploring XD's co-editing features for real-time collaboration

Optimising Workflow with Components and Assets

  • Creating and managing reusable components
  • Utilising the Assets panel for efficient design management
  • Implementing design systems within XD projects
  • Exploring XD's UI kits and design resources

Enhancing Designs with Plugins and Integrations

  • Exploring the XD plugin ecosystem for extended functionality
  • Integrating XD with other Creative Cloud applications
  • Utilising third-party design resources and icon sets
  • Implementing data-driven design with XD's data plugins

Testing and Exporting Designs

  • Previewing designs on mobile devices with XD mobile apps
  • Exporting designs in various formats (SVG, PNG, PDF)
  • Implementing design specifications for developer handoff
  • Exploring XD's integration with prototyping tools

Staying Current with XD Updates and Trends

  • Exploring the latest features in Adobe XD updates
  • Discussing current UX/UI design trends and their implementation in XD
  • Utilising XD's learning resources and community features
  • Implementing best practices for efficient XD workflow
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FAQs about the XD Introduction course

Is this XD Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to XD or have been using XD for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in XD. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the XD Introduction course?

Our XD Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using XD throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the XD Introduction course?

For private classes in XD Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the XD Introduction course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the XD Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our XD Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my XD Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our XD Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

XD Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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