InPage

InPage is page-making software for Urdu and related languages, used for publishing work such as newspapers, magazines, and books. Its desktop tools support Perso-Arabic scripts including Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Sindhi, Kashmiri, Pushto, and Hazaragi. Page layout supports linked or separate text boxes and automatic lines between columns; automatic kerning in Nastaliq text addresses extra spacing between words. InPage 4.1 includes character style sheets, multi-level bullets and numbering, spell check with autocorrection, and word completion. It can import AI and EPS files, export pages to EPS, GIF, PNG, TIFF, or BMP at selectable resolutions from 96 to 1200 DPI, and generate ePUB files. A free mobile app creates and edits Nastaliq and Naskh files for use with the InPage Urdu desktop application. The online InPage Tools utility runs in the cloud without downloads, but conversion options depend on file version: PDF conversion supports INP files up to version 4.0, while EPUB and TXT conversion supports versions up to 3.6. The desktop product is for Windows and is not for Mac operating systems. The maker says InPage has served publishing requirements since 1994.

InPage combines script-aware page layout with publishing and export tools for Urdu and related languages. Check the Windows desktop limitation and the version limits for online file conversion.

InPage suits publishers preparing Urdu and other Perso-Arabic-script material. Its desktop tools are for Windows users, while the mobile app supports editing Nastaliq and Naskh files for use with the Urdu desktop application.

InPage is desktop publishing software for Urdu and related Perso-Arabic languages, aimed at newspapers, magazines, and book production. It is most compelling for publishers whose pages depend on Nastaliq typography and script-aware layout. Its desktop application runs on Windows, while a free mobile app supports Nastaliq and Naskh files.

Overview

InPage’s strength is its focus: the layout tools and typography address needs specific to Urdu and related scripts rather than trying to serve every kind of publishing. Its maker says it has supported publishing work since 1994, and the feature set spans page composition, print-oriented export, and ePUB generation. That makes it a focused choice for script-led publications; the Windows desktop restriction is a real constraint for Mac-based production.

Key features

• Perso-Arabic typography: The desktop software supports Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Sindhi, Kashmiri, Pushto, and Hazaragi. Automatic kerning in Nastaliq reduces excess space between words, helping publishers manage the distinctive spacing of that script.
• Page composition: Linked and unlinked text boxes, automatic lines between text-box columns, and master pages support structured layouts. InPage 4.1 adds character style sheets, multi-level bullets and numbering, spell check with autocorrection, and word completion—useful tools for longer, consistently formatted publications.
• Import and export: InPage 4.1 imports AI and EPS files. It exports pages as EPS, GIF, PNG, TIFF, or BMP at selectable resolutions from 96 to 1200 DPI and can generate ePUB files, covering both print-oriented assets and digital books.
• InDesign support: The InPage Plugin for InDesign adds a Quran Glossary panel containing Indo-Pak Quranic text, with selection by Surah or Ayah. This is a targeted aid for Quran-related publishing workflows.
• Mobile editing: The free app creates and edits Nastaliq and Naskh files for use with the InPage Urdu desktop application and works with the InPage keyboard. It extends editing to mobile devices, while the desktop product remains the main route for page production.
• Online conversion: InPage Tools runs in the cloud without downloads and supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices. Conversion is version-limited: INP to PDF supports files up to version 4.0, while EPUB and TXT conversion supports versions up to 3.6.

Pricing

InPage offers free entry points alongside paid conversion and support. The desktop product is paid, and the free InPage Lite version provides essential features; it suits readers who want to start with the core software before committing to a paid option.

• InPage Lite: free. The free version provides essential InPage features, making it the lowest-cost way to work with the desktop product.
• InPage Tools Free Trial: free, with 50,000 words and PDF conversion available to all users. The word allowance makes this a bounded option for evaluating or handling a limited amount of text.
• InPage Mobile App: free. It creates and edits Nastaliq and Naskh files for users who need mobile editing alongside the desktop application.
• InPage Tools conversion: ₹0.01, paid once, billed INR 0.01/word. It converts INP to PDF up to version 4.0 and to EPUB or TXT up to version 3.6, so the per-word charge and file-version ceilings matter for larger or older projects.
• Premium Users Club Annual Support Program: $50 a year, billed US$ 50 per year for every user. It includes annual support, free upgrades, and major releases. Support is free for the first three months after software sale; annual support is optional afterward.

The pricing model is paid despite the free Lite, mobile, and trial options. The privacy statement says collected information may include a name, email, home address, telephone number, and purchase billing information.

Platforms

The desktop product is for Windows; the maker’s payment guide says it is not for Mac operating systems. The mobile app supports file creation and editing, while the cloud-based InPage Tools utility supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices. This split gives Mac users access to conversion tools, but not the desktop publishing application.

Who it's for

InPage is best suited to publishers producing Urdu and related-script newspapers, magazines, or books, particularly when Nastaliq spacing and page layout are central requirements. Quran-related publishers may also value the InDesign glossary panel. It is a weaker fit for Mac-first desktop teams or readers who need conversion of EPUB and TXT from InPage files newer than version 3.6.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Support for seven Perso-Arabic scripts and automatic Nastaliq kerning directly address script-specific typography needs.
• Pro: Master pages, text-box linking, and InPage 4.1’s styling and proofreading tools support multi-page editorial work.
• Pro: Export choices include high-resolution raster formats, EPS, and ePUB, giving publishers options for print assets and digital books.
• Con: The desktop product is Windows-only, ruling it out for Mac desktop publishing workflows.
• Con: EPUB and TXT online conversion stops at InPage version 3.6, limiting its usefulness for newer files in those formats.
• Con: Annual support costs $50 a year for every user after the initial three months of free support.

Alternatives

For a broader set of desktop publishing choices, browse Desktop Publishing Software.

• Flipsnack is a freemium option for readers who want to create flipbooks on Android, iOS, or the web; its free plan has a five-flipbook, 15-page-per-book limit.
• QuarkXPress is worth considering for readers who need a desktop publishing option that supports Windows and macOS as well as web and mobile platforms; its subscription renews automatically.
• Laidout suits Linux users seeking free GPL 3.0 software, with version 0.097 identified.
• Affinity offers free vector design, photo editing, page layout, and export tools for macOS and Windows users who want a broader creative toolkit.
• Blurb BookWright is a fit for book designers who want templates, layout suggestions, and offline editing across desktop and web platforms.
• iStudio Publisher is a Mac-only alternative from a UK company focused on publishing apps.
• VivaDesigner is an option for readers who need publishing software across desktop, web, API, or self-hosted environments.
• Kindle Create is suited to free book formatting for publishing through KDP on macOS or Windows.

Verdict

Choose InPage for Urdu and related-script publishing when Nastaliq typography, structured page layout, and print or ePUB export are the priorities. Its specialist tools make a clear case for that work, but Mac-based publishers and users needing newer-version EPUB or TXT conversion should look elsewhere.