Eightshapes is unique approach to prototyping when compared to the dedicated wireframe applications available on the market. First of all, it’s not software, but a collection of preset elements and components ready to use with Adobe Indesign. It’s good news for DTP people as they don’t have to learn new software for wireframing and prototyping, just load the libraries and work within a familiar Adobe environment. Great idea for them, but not recommended if your only experience with Indesign is having seen it on somebody else’s screen.  If you’re down with DTP and considering prototyping, I say give it a try! It’s free and looks good. Check out the videos too!

Eightshapes essential facts

Platform: Template and library collection for Adobe Indesign
Free trial: This is a free template collection
Pricing: No charge, just download and use

Eightshapes key features

Export: Generate clickable SWF prototype of the wireframe pages from within Indesign
Preset elements: Vast collection of GUI elements and layout components for creating mockups
Adobe Indesign: No need to learn a new software, just use familiar Adobe products
Organized file structure: Just watch the videos, looks convincing
Preset page layouts: Ready made layouts for common page sizes
Customization: Create your own components and add them to the Eightshapes library

Some things you will NOT find in Eightshapes

Collaboration
Automated Specs
It is not a software

Eightshapes useful links

Eightshapes website
Eightshapes preview video
Quickstart prototyping with wireframes
Eightshapes on Twitter