Binding

Printing and Binding Your Brand ID Booklet

When you are ready to print, I suggest that you double check your linked files and make sure they are high-resolution and properly linked. Also check your fonts and make sure they are properly loaded.

Printing your booklet from InDesign

Double check your file, support files, and fonts.
Choose File > Print Booklet in IDesign
The setup page should look like this:
Click on Print Settings… (on the bottom) and setup like this:
Select crop marks (this will put crop marks and fold lines on your pages)

Click on the bottom oval button Printer…
In the 3rd drow down menu select Xerox Features
Select 2-sided printing as shown below:
Click Print and/or okay until you are back to the Print Booklet box
Click Preview in the left column and make sure your pages look like this:

click through all spread to make sure they all look right.
Click Print.

At the Xerox

Double-click your file name in the cue.
Choose the stock paper size: 11x17, 176 gsm.
Click okay to close the box
Release your print file

There is nothing more to do. The Xerox will automatically print and duplex your booklet.

DO NOT cut your pages yet…

Folding Your Pages

DO NOT cut your pages yet…

Use our manual folder to fold you pages. It gives your pages a more professional fold and minimizes paper breakage.

I will demonstrate this in class.

Saddle-Stitch Binding (strongly suggested!)

DO NOT cut your pages yet…

Saddle-stitch your folded pages using our saddle-stick machine.

I will demo this in class to help you out.

Now… Cut Your Booklet Out

I strongly suggest your cut your booklet out using a ruler and X-acto knife. It will be cleaner and neater than the large cutters.

I will demo this in class to help you out.

Corner Rounding Machine

The corner roounder can add a finished look to your booklet. It is easy to use and fast.

I will demo this in class to help you out.

corner rounder

Spiral Binding - Another Option

To finish your book, punch the binder holes and bind it with a plastic spiral binder. Or you may be creative with your binding. I have seen students sew their binding in with hemp rope to give it a “green” Earth-friendly feel. Experiment with different things that fit your brand.

If it fits with our booklet shape, I would suggest rounding the corners. I gives your book a professional look. We have a cool corner rounder in the bindery area. Ask for help if you need it.

Optional: You may put a protective plastic over your front and back covers. It will help protect your booklet from scratches. You will have to buy this material though. If you go to a office supply store, buy the material used for overhead transparencies. (Do Not print on this clear material—it will ruin the copiers).