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Interior File Specifications Single-page, portrait-oriented layout Embedded images have 300 PPI resolution minimum, not exceeding 600 PPI resolution Vector images are rasterized All fonts are properly embedded Transparent layers and to match intended book size—include bleed dimensions (0.125 in) with your PDF page size Example: 6 x 9 in book requires a PDF with pages sized 6.25 x 9.25 in to meet Full Bleed print requirements Allow a minimum of 0.50 in Safety Margin for all content Allow a minimum of 0.20 in Gutter Margin for the inner edge of all pages.
Do NOT include trim, bleed, or margin lines Do NOT use any security/password Somalia Email List file protection Cover File Specifications Embedded images have 300 PPI resolution minimum, not exceeding 600 PPI resolution Vector images are rasterized All fonts are properly embedded Transparent layers and vector objects are flattened Pages sized to match intended book size—see page 13 for spine width calculation Include bleed dimensions (0.125 in) with your PDF page size Allow a 0.50 in Safety Margin for all content Do NOT include trim, bleed.

Margin lines Do NOT use any security/password file protection Preparing Your Google Doc The detailed list of specifications can be broken down into four major areas of concern. Image resolution should be 300 DPI Fonts should be converted to outlines (embedded) Layers should be flattened Page size/margins/bleed is correct Images Google Docs uses the Insert menu to add images. Fortunately, adding an image to a Google Doc inserts it at the original DPI. Prepare your images before adding them, then use Insert > Image > Upload from computer to insert the image. Create Something Create your book and share it with the world.
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