[header] How to make a brochure in adobe illustrator [title] Prepare your file by making it print ready. [substeps] Create a letter size document (11x8.5 inches) and change the document color mode to cmyk. You can do this by going to file] document color mode] cmyk color. 
Add color swatches such as red, pink, green, yellow and dark yellow. Keep in mind that you can also choose your own colors.