Using Microsoft Publisher

If you are not experienced with this program, we have some critical tips. And we suggest you call us before you begin placing text or scanning photos, and have the program opened on your computer when you call 1 800 360-5284.

Are you aware that you can use Microsoft Word and WordPerfect to create your book and place photos in it? And when you are finished and the pages look exactly like you want them to look, you then "post-script" the file, which locks in every positioning choice you have made regarding text and photos. We are happy to walk you through the post-scripting process at no charge.

And before you scan your photos, it is essential to read the "how-to" info so click on About Photos to learn more.

How your photos look in your book can be good or not so good, and it all begins with the scan of the photo. So learn how now rather than being disappointed later.

When your book is completely designed and is ready to be printed, the file must be post-scripted and we can walk you through that process during a phone call.

If you plan to send us the printed pages for us to scan (camera-ready pages), rather than sending us the computer file on a disk/CD, be aware that after a scan the photos will lose a bit of resolution. If we have the computer file from which to print the book, no resolution will be lost.

You can read more about preparing camera-ready pages by clicking Camera Ready Pages.

See Preparing the Disk.  See Family Book Essentials for format and design guides. See  Formatting Examples and Design Examples. 

If you have questions, please call us 1 800 360-5284 or use our Question Form. 

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