21+ Best InDesign Brand Manual Templates

For any business, brand identity is everything. It's how companies connect with customers and vice-versa. A strong brand identity not only defines a business, but also sets it apart from competitors.

To the point, businesses need a way to maintain their brand identity. After all, consistency is the key when it comes to logos, fonts, and other branding elements.

A brand manual template covers these critical details and much more. Brand manuals provide guidelines for designers, marketers, developers, and others across many departments. Needless to say, these guides are a must-have for any business.

We've done our research and came up with 21 of the best brand manual templates for Adobe InDesign. Each template boasts an arsenal of features for easier editing and printing. No matter which template you choose, there's one that best suits your project.

Why Use InDesign Brand Manual Templates?

For instance, these templates help jump-start the creative process. Instead of getting bogged down with starting from scratch, you can get things done sooner. For the average designer, these templates come as a welcome time-saver.

Last but not least, Adobe InDesign is a powerhouse of a design program. Few other programs give you the incredible desktop publishing features that InDesign boasts. These features make it a breeze to make tweaks and edits as needed.

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Get a good look at our list of the Best Brand Manual Templates for Adobe InDesign

1. Brand Manual Layout with Yellow Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Yellow Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Yellow Accents

Here's a clean, modern template that makes great use of typography and color. The strong yellow and black accents rock.


2. Brand Manual Layout

Brand Manual Layout

Brand Manual Layout

A modern, minimalist template you and your clients will love. Includes two design options as well as two different sizes.


3. Brand Guidelines Manual Layout with Pink Elements

Brand Guidelines Manual Layout with Pink Elements

Brand Guidelines Manual Layout with Pink Elements

A stylish template boasting crisp fonts and bold pink accents. Includes 40 full-featured pages in CMYK color.


4. Brand Manual Layout with Teal Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Teal Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Teal Accents

This template gives you 28 pages of clean, minimalist design. Comes in A4 and US letter sizes.


5.Blue and White Brochure with Orange Accents

Blue and White Brochure with Orange Accents

Blue and White Brochure with Orange Accents

Help your clients set the tone with this attractive multicolor layout. Orange accents give this template plenty of pizazz.


6. Brand Identity Guidelines Layout

Brand Identity Guidelines Layout

Brand Identity Guidelines Layout

This template features a simple yet eye-catching layout. Includes 21 pages in A4 and US letter sizes.


7. Red and White Brand Manual Layout

Red and White Brand Manual Layout

Red and White Brand Manual Layout

Another clean and colorful layout with creative firms in mind. All 22 pages are fully editable and print-ready in CMYK color.


8. Brand Guideline Layout

Brand Guideline Layout

Brand Guideline Layout

Understated in every way. A clean and elegant layout that works for a broad range of industries.


9. Brand Guideline Presentation

Brand Guiedline Presentation

Brand Guiedline Presentation

An elegant layout with an earth-toned theme and serif typography. A one-of-a-kind choice for any design firm.


10. Brand IDentity Guidelines Brochure Layout

Brand IDentity Guidelines Brochure Layout

Brand IDentity Guidelines Brochure Layout

A modern, yet minimalist design that packs a lot into its 30 pages. Comes in A4 size and CMYK color.


11.Brand Guidelines Book with Pink Accents

. Brand Guidelines Book with Pink Accents

. Brand Guidelines Book with Pink Accents

Here's a fashionable layout with chic pink accents. A great choice for fashion-oriented brands.


12. Brand Guidelines

Brand Guidelines

Brand Guidelines

A stylish layout with two design options for extra versatility. Your clients will love the strong black-and-white theme.


13. Brand Guidelines

Brand Guidelines

Brand Guidelines

Same as the previous layout, but in magazine orientation. Pink accents complement the black-and-white theme.


14. Forms Style Brand Guidelines Layout

Forms Style Brand Guidelines Layout

Forms Style Brand Guidelines Layout

A whimsical 28-page layout that still conveys the essential info. Easy to customize and highly versatile.


15. Brand Guidelines Manual Layout

Brand Guidelines Manual Layout

Brand Guidelines Manual Layout

A modern and minimalist template with bold blue accents. Perfect for a variety of brands.


16. Brand Identity Guidelines Brochure Layout

Brand IDentity Guidelines Brochure Layout

Brand IDentity Guidelines Brochure Layout

A very clean and minimalist layout that gets the job done. You won't find any distractions with this template.


17. Brand Guideline Booklet Layout with Red Accents

Brand Guideline Booklet Layout with Red Accents

Brand Guideline Booklet Layout with Red Accents

This template features a bold and sassy design for brands with an attitude. Available in 31 easy-to-edit pages.


18. Brand Manual Layout with Blue Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Blue Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Blue Accents

A formal yet modern template that works for a variety of corporate uses. Attractive blue accents provide contrasting color.


19. Brand Manual Layout with Yellow Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Yellow Accents

Brand Manual Layout with Yellow Accents

A splash of yellow adds some fun to an otherwise professional brand manual layout. Features A4 and US letter sizes.


20. Branding Guide Layout with Yellow Accents 1

Branding Guide Layout with Yellow Accents 1

Branding Guide Layout with Yellow Accents 1

Here's another brand manual template that uses yellow as the main accent. Perfect for design and technology brands.


21. Brand Guidelines Book with Pink Accents

Brand Guidelines Book with Pink Accents

Brand Guidelines Book with Pink Accents

A cool layout with a soothing off-white background and delicate pink accents. Features 10 fully editable pages.


Final Thoughts: 21 Best InDesign Brand Manual Templates

Our 21 Best InDesign brand manual templates are only a small sample of what you'll find online. As you can imagine, there are so many choices available that it's mind-boggling to think about. To be clear, the top choices above should help narrow things down. In short, you'll love these layouts and so will your clients.

As always, let us know your thoughts in the comments below. We always appreciate suggestions and feedback about our high-quality picks.

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