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Booklet Printing from Your Files. Free Delivery, Top Quality

Posted on 17 September 2021
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Booklet Printing from your PDF Artwork

If you are looking for top-quality booklet printing from your PDF, Ex Why Zed is the perfect choice. Our state-of-the-art printing presses and experienced team ensure that every booklet we produce is of the highest standard. We understand that your booklet is a reflection of your brand or message, so we take pride in delivering a finished product that exceeds your expectations. Not only do we guarantee excellent print quality, but we also offer free delivery on all orders. This means you can have peace of mind knowing that your booklets will arrive at your doorstep without any additional costs. Whether you need a small quantity or a large batch, we can cater to your specific requirements. Our simple and user-friendly online ordering process makes it easy for you to customise your booklet according to your preferences. From selecting paper type and size to choosing binding options, you have full control over the final product. In addition to booklet printing, we also offer a range of other printing services including leaflets, brochures, and flyers. So, if you’re ready to bring your ideas to life with professional printing, look no further than Ex Why Zed.

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“Ex Why Zed are the best at everything, from answering quote requests to the shipping of the printed items, and everything in between. The product quality is mind-blowing, their website answers so many of the questions you might have, and when you don’t find the answer there, they’re an email away, and their replies come fast and clear. I’m so happy I chose to print my book with them, and I can’t wait for the next.”

Giorgia Cavicchia. 7th July 2023.

What is booklet printing?

So, you’re curious about booklet printing? No worries, let me break it down for you. Just think of booklet and book printing as a special kind of journey where a blank sheet of paper transforms into this multi-page mini-sized book. The process starts with printing the pages, which could be in vibrant full colour or classic black & white, depending on your preference. Once the printing part is done, we go to the next level – folding and stapling. The printed pages are then folded in half to make it like a book. And guess what? We aren’t yet finished!

Now, it’s the stapler’s showtime. A couple of staples along the central fold and voila! Your booklet is ready. This way, the pages are secured and what you have in your hands is a neat little booklet that’s easy to flip through. As you’re uploading your files for your booklet pages, keep in mind that the cover actually consists of four pages. There’s the front cover, inside front cover, back cover, and inside back cover. So the next time, when you come across a glossy brochure or a funky zine, think about this incredible journey. Pretty nifty, right?

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Grab your favourite beverage and a box of popcorn

Our videos are an exhilarating expedition through specific niches within the book and booklet printing sphere, designed to bombard you with information and insights – in the most friendly and upbeat way, of course! 

From the absolute printing novice to the seasoned professional, everyone’s going to find something to learn and enjoy here. This channel isn’t just about ‘printing’ or ‘print videos’, it’s a deep, rich treasure trove of knowledge brought to you by the enthusiastic team at Ex Why Zed, your new favourite UK printing company 🙂

So, ready for a masterclass in booklet print? Press play, sit back, and let the magic of print unfold before your eyes in glorious, detail-packed videos.

“This video was incredibly helpful and your enthusiasm for printing is contagious.” @annabloem239

What’s The Difference Between the Booklet Binding Options?

So, you’re probably wondering what’s up with all these binding options, right? Let me break it down for you. Binding types are basically all about how your brochure or catalogue gets put together. For instance, if you’ve ever looked at any of the brochures or catalogues we all get in our mailboxes and thought “How’d they do that?” chances are it was either staple binding or something neat called saddle-stitching. It’s the same deal with wire stitching too. Here the pages are folded, then stitched with wire staples along the spine which means you can press the pages flat, making it much easier to read. This stuff’s used for magazines, booklets, you name it. This affordable option is best used for magazines and sales brochures.

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Staple or Spine? Two Binding Types, Which Is Important for You?

However, if you want a more high-end, quality booklet or brochure printing, you might wanna go for perfect bound brochures. It’s a method where the pages are glued along the spine to the cover of the book. It gives a super pro look, but the catch is you can’t see the full width of a double-page spread. So, that’s it, friends! Choose saddle-stitching if you want something easy to handle and read, and perfect bound brochures for that fancy, prestige aesthetic.

What Size Brochures & Booklets Are Available?

You know whenever we are talking about brochures and booklet printing, the world’s our oyster in terms of size options available! You got your small but cute A6 booklet, perfect for those mini guides or mini manuals. Then you have your regular A5 booklet – the standard size for most product catalogues. Speaking of catalogues, the A4 size is a fab option, giving you plenty of space to add all the juicy details about your products or services. Fancy something a bit unique? Why not try the square booklets? They sure stand out in a crowd! Now, if you want to go super bespoke, there’re custom size options too. I’m talking about booklets starting from A6 size (that’s 148x105mm for stats nerds), which then naturally includes A5, A4 and a perfect little square at 210x210mm all the way up to a jaw-dropping A3 size (420x297mm). And the cherry on top? All these can be perfect bound, staple bound, wire stitched for a high-end vibe, or saddle stitched for the classic look. Sizes, shapes, styles, stitches – we got ’em all for every genre and they’re all available in portrait or landscape orientation! Matt, silk or gloss finishes are also available for your booklet printing needs.

What kind of brochure and booklet are you looking for?

What kind of booklet are you searching for? Think about a universe of possibilities – a universe of knowledge, discovery, and creativity. This universe encompasses a plethora of catalogue printing, zines, informational booklets, lookbooks, educational materials, and children’s books. Catalogs can be your gateway to the mass array of goods, services, and ideas that are awaiting your exploration. Zines, with their unfiltered and unabashed perspectives, may shock you out of complacency and inspire fresh thoughts. Informational booklets, such as corporate brochures, may provide you with new insights and facts that broaden your understanding of the world. Lookbooks can be a visual cornucopia that stimulates and feeds your aesthetic hunger, challenging your perspectives on beauty and style. Educational materials provide a rich reservoir of knowledge, enhancing your mental faculties and preparing you to face life’s challenges head on with wisdom and resilience. As for children’s books, they are capable of sparking joy, curiosity and vivid imaginations, not only in children but also in adults who are young at heart. Each type of booklet presents its own unique opportunities for learning, dreaming, and being inspired.

Choose A Booklet Printing Service to Match Your Imagination

Remember, the type of booklet you choose can significantly shape your perception, knowledge, and overall experience of the world. As you contemplate, allow your creative intuition to guide you towards the option that resonates with you the most. The booklets you explore can be a fertile ground for your creativity and imagination to blossom. Your chosen booklet may just be the key that unlocks a wondrous new world before your eyes. So, go on, seek out the booklet that appeals to your imaginative spirit and satiates your intellectual curiosity. Step into the riveting universe of booklets and let the adventure begin.

How Many Booklet Pages Is Best For a Saddle Stitched Project?

The number of pages in a booklet depends on various factors such as the purpose of the booklet and the binding method used during the booklet printing process. For instance, a typical brochure or user manual might be about 12 pages, but it varies depending on what information needs to be included. When we talk about bound booklets, there are two types: staple or saddle-stitched and perfect bound.

Crucially, a saddle stitched booklet HAS to have a page count that is a multiple of four, and between 8 and 64 pages is usually recommended. Ideally, keep such booklets under 40 pages to prevent your booklet from persistently bouncing open. When you design booklet artwork for print, you’ll have to create a design for both sides of every piece of paper. A printed page is one side of the piece of paper. So, a 40pp booklet will only actually have 20 physical pieces of paper in it. Your front and back cover are included as part of this.

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How Many Pages Should a Perfect Bound Booklet Be?

On the other hand, perfect bound booklets offer more flexibility. Perfect bound books can have as few as 36 pages and can be as thick as the depth of your content requires. Therefore, the number of booklet pages greatly varies based on these influencing factors.

Can You Print a Matt or Gloss Wiro Bound Booklet sent by Email?

Not for us this one. We are not big fans of Wiro Binding and prefer the more professional aesthetics of wire stitching or perfect binding.

The Benefits of UK Online Booklet Printing

Ladies and gentlemen, allow us to enlighten you on the modern marvel known as online booklet printing! You see, in a world where convenience is king, why on earth would you ever stuff yourself into a car to battle the traffic in search of a high-quality printer? Yes, that’s right; online printing drops the magic of booklet creation right into your lap without ever needing to leave the comfort of your favourite armchair. Better yet, our friendly team is on standby, awaiting your beck and call! Whether you prefer a chat with our customer service team via email, phone or even the in-the-moment thrill of a live Zoom call, we’re here to help. And to sweeten the deal, we’ve got a smorgasbord of tantalizing case studies and video guides ready and waiting to ignite your creativity. Still not convinced? How about this for a cherry on top – Ex Why Zed are a UK based print company and we’ll deliver your sparkling new booklets to your doorstep, absolutely free, just a day after bidding them farewell from our bustling factory. Online booklet printing, don’t you just love technology?

Make brochures, booklets or catalogues stand out

So you wanna know how to make a smashing brochure stand out? Well, you’re in the right spot! First things first, a stunning brochure design starts with some inspo.

Our video resources are jam-packed with zesty 1-2 minute snippets showcasing killer designs, popping styles and nifty page layouts used by winning businesses and savvy self-publishers. They’re a neat way to suss out what’s hot in the world of booklets and brochures. Get your ideas flowing by checking out styles from the best graphic design agencies and see how they worked their magic on booklet and brochure design.

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Next thing you know, you’ll be brimming with fresh and funky ideas! Once you’re charged up with inspiration, fire up your favourite design tool like Adobe InDesign. This tool is a lifesaver for creating stunning layouts and leaves plenty of room for your personal styling touches. Lastly, don’t forget about good typography! It’s like the cherry on top of a sundae. It can shift the look and feel of your design from amateur to top-class. Go get creative!

Will you check my artwork before digital printing?

At Ex Why Zed, we prioritise your satisfaction and guarantee a rigorous inspection of every piece of artwork and booklet design before it is printed. We make it a point to meticulously check and preflight each artwork to make sure it is print-ready and matches your vision perfectly. Unlike the numerous low-priced, unidentifiable online printers, what makes Ex Why Zed stand out is our unwavering commitment to customer service and satisfaction, coupled with our hands-on assistance. We don’t just hide behind a digital interface, instead, we offer personalised help, ensuring that you are delighted with the results when your printing arrives. We care and strive to assist you in every possible way.

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How to Upload and Print Your Booklets

Printing your booklets with Ex Why Zed is a simple process that begins with the preparation of your artwork. The initial step involves setting up your artwork in Adobe InDesign, making use of its excellent features and capabilities to create the perfect design for your booklet. Following this, the artwork should be saved and transferred into a PDF format, which is a reliable and convenient way to print from PDF. Once your PDF is ready, the next step involves sending your artwork to print. This process is facilitated by a platform called WeTransfer.com, which is an easy-to-use and free service that doesn’t require an account. You will need to specify the print specifications, the number of copies required, and the ideal delivery address. At Ex Why Zed, we offer a complimentary preflight check to identify any issues that could impede the printing process. We will then correspond with you via email to address these issues and make recommendations before we proceed with production. Follow our Print Journey to ensure your order is placed correctly and efficiently.

Can you print a custom size booklet or just A6, A5 or A4?

Whilst some may attempt to cajole you into standard book-bound proportions, we say: let your creative spirit break free from the chains of conformity! Your printer is a tool, not a master; let it not dictate the dimensions of your dreams. Here, dissent is welcome, adored even! So, choose booklet sizes anywhere from an unassuming, pocket-friendly A6 (148x105mm) to a grandly eye-catching A3 (420x297mm). If you want cost-effective, then do go for A4 and A5. Let your masterful designs, breathtaking illustrations and supreme photography dictate the space they deserve. After all, who made these ‘standards’ the convention, anyway?

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