How do I place an image in the background?

To place an image in the background:

1. Open the Effects tab (Command-Shift-E)
2. Make sure no graphic object is selected (Command-D)

3. Choose the Image style from the Background options:

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   The page should now hold an empty image frame.

4. Drag your background image over the document background and simultaneously hold down the Option (alt) key, then drop the image over the background:

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