Chapter 6 Custom Layout Techniques

> Photo Book Software Basics

> Creating and Saving Your Own Templates

> Using Other People’s Layouts for Inspiration

> Layout Design Guidelines

> Choosing a Suitable Layout

> All About Cover Design

Photo Book Software Basics

Most photo book software has a similar look and feel. The center of the program window is dominated by a preview of a double-page spread, and preview images of the other pages are located above or below the center window. (Blurb offers a link to the other pages rather than a preview.) Some programs also include tabs or menu options in this view. Import options for photos are usually located on the left or the top of the window, along with tabs that contain layout and background adjustment ...

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