How to Preview Your Book

Short answer: You can download a PDF preview from your dashboard to see exactly how your printed book will look before placing your order.

Reviewing your preview is the best way to catch final edits, spacing issues, or small changes before printing.


How to download your PDF preview

1. Go to the “Preview” tab in your dashboard.

2. Choose one of the following:

   • Download PDF in Regular Print Mode (color)

   • Download PDF in Black & White Mode

Your file will download to your computer as a PDF.

How to view your preview correctly (very important)

For the most accurate representation of your printed book, always view the PDF as a two-page spread, like an open book on a table.

In Adobe Reader:

• Select View → Page Display → Two Page View

• You can also select Show Cover Page for best results

On a Mac (Preview program):

• Select View → Two Pages

• Shortcut: Command + 3

In Chrome:

We recommend downloading the file instead of viewing it inside your browser.

To change Chrome’s settings:

• Go to Settings

• Select Security and Privacy

• Click Site Settings

• Choose Additional Content Settings

• Select PDF documents

• Set default behavior to Download PDFs

My preview is missing images — what should I do?

If your preview appears to be missing photos:

1. Return to your book-building dashboard.

2. Refresh the page.

3. Download the preview again.

Refreshing the page renews the image links used to build your preview file, which usually resolves the issue.