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How do I Create a PDF File?
The recommended program to use is Adobe Acrobat Distiller to create a PDF file. If you do not plan to purchase Acrobat Full Version, there are other PDF creation tools, such as CutePDF, PDF995, DeskPDF (www.Docudesk.com), etc. (Check the internet for others. There are lots and I don’t support or endorse any–my disclaimer.)
(The following guide is based on Adobe Acrobat Distiller. Check your user manual for equivalent instructions.)
Where to configure the PDF job options in Acrobat Distiller?
If you have the full version of Adobe Acrobat installed, open Acrobat Distiller from All Programs (PC) or Applications (Mac), click Settings top menu, then click Edit Adobe PDF Settings to access the PDF job settings screen.
What is the resolution I need to set up in Acrobat Distiller?
Creating the PDF file for manuscript at 600 dpi (Dot Per Inch) resolution in Acrobat Distiller is usually enough for commercial printing. However, any color images or photos embedded in the manuscript should be created or scanned at 300 dpi. Or more, but not less.
The PDF file for full-color cover can be created at 300 dpi. Or more, but not less.
How do I set up the correct page size in Acrobat Distiller?
Open Acrobat Distiller, click Settings, select Edit Adobe PDF Settings. When the General settings are displayed, change the default page size from Letter size to custom size, such as 6″ x 9″, 5.5″ x 8.5″ or 4.25″ x 7″. Remember to set your document with proper margins before creating your PDF (see Proper Margins Settings).
Are there any specific rules I can follow to avoid any possible issues in printing?
Please follow some of the guidelines below to create the PDF:
· Set the conversion resolution at 600 DPI for manuscript and 300 dpi for cover.
· Use High for color or grayscale image compression quality settings.
· Embed all fonts.
· Make sure the “Subset embedded fonts when percent of characters used is less than 100%” is unchecked.
· Do not use LZW compression. The LZW compression will cause the image interpreted as multiple pieces that lead to white lines printed in the final copy.
· Remove All fonts from the Never embed list.
· For manuscript, please make the PDF compatible to Acrobat 6.0 (PDF 1.5). For cover file, make the PDF compatible to Acrobat 8.1 (PDF 1.7) or under.
This is the final on making a high resolution PDF. If after you’ve read these blogs and would still like a little help in making your PDF, give me a call on the phone or email me and we’ll talk it through. (801) 860-2665 brian@sunrisebooks.com
