
PDF COMPLIANCE: Files must be PDF/X-1a:2001 or PDF/X-3:2002 compliant. Spine: NO spine text for page counts below 48.ĪLL FONTS: Must be embedded in all PDF files. Template: Created the template from the Template Generator page only. The colors may shift unpredictably during the export to print ready PDF process.įile format: PDF (.pdf) on the cover template from the Template Generator page in inches) that it will be in the book.Ĭolor Space: CMYK Do not use RGB or Lab colors. Resolution: 300 dpi The physical size should be the same physical size (i.e. The following are specifications that you should know when laying out cover files. Page Range: 18 – 900 pages perfect bound only Premium Color prints on premium paper using existing, high-quality color print technology. Standard Color is available in all B&W trim sizes with additional color sizes. Go to the Template Generator page to get interior templates and create your cover template. You must use the cover template generator to build your cover no matter what software you use to layout your book. Many tutorials mention using Photoshop and Illustrator for image editing only, not for layout. Please use Affinity or InDesign for print-on-demand books only as other programs can cause issues with specs and layout.
