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Hi,
I have type which I then I created outlines. Then I have this shape (a rectangle frame), I want to merge the two so I can bring an image into the combined shape. I cannot figure out how to merge the outlines text with this frame - is this even possible to do in ID? I know how to do it in Illustrator using the pathfinder but I'd really like to get this done in ID.
Hope I explained this OK?
Thanks!
Kim

Check out the InDesign Secrets Blog. A post (below) discusses some of this.
Also, Branislav posted a link to his transparency effects PDF that may assist you in the comments for this blog.
http://indesignsecrets.com/turn-any-object-into-a-transparency-mask.php
HTH
-mt
PS: While this doesn't cover the use of the pathfinder to make a complex image frame, per your initial post, this may in fact be an easier route to accomplish your task.

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