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Check this if your PDF was exported as spreads (e.g. from InDesign). The Zine Machine will automatically detect and split 2-up spreads into single pages before imposing.
Scales pages to 95% to fit within standard desktop printer margins while keeping the center spine fold seamless.
How to Print & Assemble Your Saddle-Stitched Booklet
Duplex Printer Setting
When printing your downloaded imposed PDF, set your printer to Double-Sided (Duplex) and choose "Flip on Short Edge" (Short-Edge Binding).
Stack the Sheets
Collect the printed sheets in the exact order they emerge from your printer. Do not reorder or flip individual sheets.
Fold & Nest Individually
For the cleanest, sharpest finish, carefully fold each printed sheet in half individually along the center line, then nest and assemble them together in their correct order.
Staple the Spine
Staple along the folded center spine. Ideally, use a 'long arm' stapler (readily available online or in office supply shops for under £10 / $10 / €10) to easily reach across the page to the fold.
Why Multiples of 4?
Each physical sheet of paper folded in half creates 2 leaves (4 printable pages). For example, in an 8-page booklet, Sheet 1 contains Page 8 and Page 1 on the front outside spread, backed by Page 2 and Page 7 on the inside spread. This mathematical arrangement ensures all pages appear in consecutive reading sequence once folded.