Version 12.0.0.81 is historically considered a "safe harbor." Many production environments stayed on this version longer than usual because it was remarkably stable on both macOS and Windows. It handled large documents (text-heavy books, catalogs) better than the infamously buggy CC 2014 and 2015 releases.
The "New Document" window received a complete structural redesign. Instead of a blank menu requiring manual dimension inputs, version 12.0.0.81 introduced a visual preset gallery. This included direct integration with Adobe Stock, allowing users to download free and premium layout templates (such as brochures, business cards, and magazines) directly from the creation screen, skipping the process of building grids from scratch. 5. Control Panel and Properties Enhancements Adobe InDesign CC 2017 -12.0.0.81-
: A fresh look with new icons and the ability to customize panel tab heights (standard or large) to better suit different screen sizes. Version 12
: This is the official Adobe training workbook, authored by Kelly Kordes Anton and John Cruise. It provides structured lessons for mastering the 2017 interface and tools. InDesign CC 2017 Release Notes Instead of a blank menu requiring manual dimension