1. Number of Pages:
Select a Number of Pages that are a multiple of four for stitched booklets, and a number divisible by two for coil bound or loose leaf books.
2. Select “Facing Pages”
This allows you to design your pages in spreads with side by side pages.
3. Define your Page Size
This will be the Finished Size of your booklet after it has been folded, stitched, and trimmed.
4. Add Margins
We recommend nothing less than 1/8″ (.125 inches) on all print projects, however, booklets benefit from adding larger margin than this.
*Designer Tip: Most designers prefer larger margins, sometimes up to two inches depending on the page size. This gives the reader space to hold the booklet, and leaves room to add headers.
Inside Margin: Booklets do not lay flat like a single sheet of paper does. Adding a slightly larger amount for the Inside Margin beside the fold will help to ensure all margins appear even when it is open. If you decide to do this, make sure the link box is not selected. This will let you set different increments for each margin.
5. Add Bleed
Set the Bleed to 1/8″ (.125 inches) on all sides.