How to Find Pantone Color in Adobe InDesign

Updated on:

April 6, 2026

By:

Madhav Bhandari

Use this interactive demo to learn how to find the Pantone color you need in Adobe InDesign.

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Here’s a quick guide on how to find pantone color in Adobe InDesign:

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To find Pantone colors in Adobe InDesign, open the Swatches panel via the Window menu, where all colors can be viewed and customized.
In the top-right corner of the Swatches panel, click the 'Hamburger' icon and select 'New Color Swatch.'
In the New Color Swatch dialog box, set Color Type to Spot, choose Pantone in Color Mode, and select the Pantone color you added via Pantone Connect.
Click 'OK' to add it to your Swatches panel.

📌 Why this matters

Finding Pantone colors ensures your designs maintain exact color specifications across different print vendors and materials. You can communicate precise color requirements to printers using standardized Pantone references, eliminating costly reprints from color mismatches.

Beyond basic color matching, this workflow connects your digital designs to the broader print production ecosystem where Pantone serves as the universal color language. When you properly integrate Pantone swatches, you're building a bridge between your creative vision and the technical requirements of professional printing processes.

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