Fill the frame with the paragraph of text you would like to add a drop cap too. With your InDesign document open, you should first prepare a text frame on your layout using the Type Tool (T). Read on to find out how to create a simple drop cap in InDesign, and how to take your designs to the next level with stunning scale, color and graphics… This fundamental typographic skill isn’t difficult to master-once you know the basics you can develop your drop cap designs and create jaw-droppingly beautiful results. A drop cap adds a professional flourish to any layout, whether you’re designing a magazine, poster or book.