Open-source page layout & publishing,
rebuilt in pure Rust.
Design books, magazines, brochures, and digital PDFs. Threaded multi-column text frames, OpenType typography controls, master spreads, and print-ready PDF/X export.
01 / Threaded Stories
Multi-Column Text Flow
Fluidly thread long text articles across pages and columns. Automatic text wrap contours smoothly around vector shapes and images with live clearance padding.
02 / Zero Typing Latency
High-Volume Document Speed
Layout a 300-page catalog or book without InDesign's sluggish typing lag. Built with Rust's high-speed text shaping engine and HarfBuzz integration.
03 / Print-Ready PDF/X
Professional Pre-Press
High-fidelity PDF/X-1a, PDF/X-3, and PDF/X-4 export with CMYK color separation, bleed guides, printer trim marks, and embedded OpenType fonts.
02 / Breakdown
DesignCraft vs. Adobe InDesign
| Metric | DesignCraft (Pure Rust) | Adobe InDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | 100% Free Forever (Open Source) | $263.88 / year single app |
| Document Responsiveness | Zero typing lag on 300+ pages | Significant cursor lag on heavy documents |
| File Open Portability | Native JSON document + open standards | Locked .indd with version incompatibilities |
| Web Assembly | Review and edit layouts in browser | Desktop only |