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eBook Formats
Explanation
Each eBook has its own distinct
qualities and advantages. It's important to become familiar with the
different formats before you decide on any for your eBook. Some can be
printed, some can be read on handheld devices, some are made specifically
for handheld eBook readers, and some offer a more book-like reading
experience.
Download free samples of each eBook format.
For more information about all of these
formats, please visit our Knowledge
Collection. You will find instructions, FAQ, reader software, and more for each format there.
Adobe
Reader
Qualities
Most Adobe Reader files are printable. Compatible
with pictures and graphics. Requires Adobe Reader.
What you should know
Adobe Reader eBooks are great for eBooks with pictures, special fonts,
or complicated layouts. They can be read on Windows PCs, Macs, and Palm
devices. Printing can be disabled if you'd like, but we recommend
leaving it as an option for the customer.
Visit the Samples page to
download a free Adobe Reader eBook.
Microsoft Reader
Qualities
Microsoft's new ClearType technology makes words on the screen
appear just like words in a printed book. Microsoft Reader's smart
navigation system remembers where you left off reading, and includes
multiple methods of page navigation, multicolored bookmarks, and whole
book search features. Personalize your eBook with multicolored
highlighting, drawing, font sizing, and personal notes. Requires the
Microsoft Reader software.
What you should know
Microsoft Reader eBooks can be read on Windows PCs and Pocket
PCs. These eBooks offer, in our
opinion, the most book-like environment yet. Small images can be
included, but manuscripts that are heavy with charts, graphs, etc, are
not recommended.
Visit the Samples page to
download a free Microsoft Reader eBook.
Mobipocket
Qualities
Features touch-screen page
turning, bookmarking to facilitate quick returns to noteworthy sections,
adjustable font size and color, full text search – in fact all that
you need for an enriched reading experience. Turn pages in your eBook
with ease, just a stylus tap takes you wherever you want to go. Bookmark
notable sections of your eBook to make a quick return. Alter the font
size, type or color to meet your convenience and style. Full text search
ability helps you locate any word/text in your eBook instantly.
What you should know
Mobipocket Reader is compatible with almost all PDAs, and eBooks are
very popular with PDA users. Mobipocket Reader offers more navigational
features than most PDA readers. PDAs have small screens, so these these
eBooks include a cover image, but usually no other images.
Visit the Samples page to
download a free Mobipocket eBook.
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