How to Make a PDF Look Like a Flip Book

Flip book software turns a PDF file into a digital magazine.

Flip book software turns stark PDF files into pages with the look, feel and characteristics of a traditional magazine. In addition to giving PDF files a professional finish, flip book pages can make electronic documents more user friendly and easier to read. While available options – such as customizing colors and fonts or adding graphics - depend on the software you choose, basic conversions are relatively simple.

Things You'll Need

• Flip book software
• PDF file

Instructions

1. Conduct research to locate flip book software that meets your needs. Follow instructions to purchase the software or download and install a trial version (Reference 2 and Reference 3-pages 8-12)..

2. Open flip book software and click “Import” from the main menu to browse computer files and select the PDF file you want to convert.

3. Adjust settings to import the entire file or choose specific page numbers to import only those pages you select.

4. Add a title, and then customize the appearance of your flip book according to options the program provides. Common options include those allowing you to add page numbers, a table of contents, select a color and set the size of the flip book.

5. Click "EXE" to save flip book pages to your computer in an executable - or EXE file format - before selecting "Publish" to convert the PDF files and publish your flip book.

Tips & Warnings

• Once you convert PDF files to flip book pages and save them to your computer, you can distribute them just as you would a traditional PDF file. Common distribution methods include email or posting the flip book to a website.

• Some sellers offer a “try before you buy” option. Although free flip book software may have fewer layout and decorative options than software you purchase, using a free trial version may be a good idea if you are just starting out and want to learn the basics. Sites such as “FlippingBook,”“Instant Flipbook” and “PageTurnPro” all offer free trial versions of their software.

References

• Instant Flipbook: What is Flip Book Software
• Spot HT: How to Create a Flipping Book From a PDF File
• PageFlip: FlippingBook Publisher 2.1 User Guide

Resources

• PageTurnPro: E-Edition
• TurnPage: Turn Page Free Trial