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EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-06T04:04:44Z

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==Tutorials==
* [[Tips and Tricks in iBooks Author]] — This article shows how to use iBooks Author along side with InDesign to transfer effects not available in iBooks Author.

*[http://blogs.remobjects.com/blogs/jim/2012/02/21/p3918 Creating an Interactive Widget for iBooks without Dashcode] — This instructional blog by Jim McKeeth provides useful tips on creating custom widgets for iBook Author without using Dashcode.

*[http://blog.bookry.com/?p=350 Persisting data in your iBooks Author widgets with local storage] — This blog post provides developers familiar with creating widgets through programs such as Dashcode the coding tips needed to allow widgets local storage of input so the data isn't lost after leaving a widget. The tutorial is written by a Bookry developer that creates widgets for iBooks Author.

*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akQprtIl6Sw&feature=player_detailpage# How to Create a Blank Book in iBooks Author] — This tutorial demonstrates how to remove the table of contents and other elements for a blank book in iBooks Author.

*[http://ecjourno.com/diyjourno/?page_id=38 iBook Author] [sic] — This web page features video and text tutorials of journalism students from Emerson College. Content covers basics for beginners, template tools, insertion and modification of content/widgets, and distribution.

* [http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/ Apple's iBooks Author] — This is Apple's official iBooks Author introductory page featuring interactive short step-by-step videos.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] — A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embedding a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — This tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

* [[Previewing in iBooks Author]] — This tutorial shows how to use the preview function in iBooks Author, including how to preview only certain sections or chapters of the iBook.

* [http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/ How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author] — A blog post with an initial walk-through of iBooks Author and examples of features.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuzMGDwY2Bs iBooks Author Widgets and Layout] — This YouTube video follows the creation of an iBook with a focus on widgets and layout.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLPxdl1WLcw How to format video for iBooks] — This YouTube video discusses how to format videos for inclusion in an iBook. This can be tricky to get to work right just through experimentation.

* [https://www.adobe.com/content/dam/Adobe/en/devnet/indesign/pdfs/indesign-to-ipad.pdf eBooks: From Adobe® InDesign® to the Apple iBookstore] — This is an Adobe tutorial on creating EPUB files using Adobe InDesign, including submission to the iBookstore.

* [http://www.lifehacker.com.au/2012/01/how-to-design-your-own-book-with-ibooks-author/ How to Design Your Own Book With iBooks Author] — A blog post from lifehacker detailing the possibilities and potential flaws in iBooks Author.

==Presentations==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_UL5LeGqwU iBooks Author keynote Jan 2012] — This is an in-depth presentation about iBooks Author by Roger Rosner (Vice President, Productivity Applications) at Apple Education Event Jan. 19, 2012.

==Resources==
*[http://bookry.com/author/widget/library/?from=classwidgets Bookry: Widget Library] — This web page contains various free customized widgets for iBooks Author.

* [http://billymeinke.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/want-to-make-an-ibook-read-these-7-tips-first/ 7 Tips for Beginning iBooks Author] — This blog post shares a basic perspective on starting out with iBooks Author.

* [http://www.scoop.it/t/publishing-with-ibooks-author Publishing With iBooks Author] — An aggregate website with many articles/resources about iBooks Author, from using the program to news in general.

* [[Templates]] — An introduction to templates in iBooks Author.

* [http://danidraws.com/2012/01/24/ibooks-author-first-impressions-and-making-a-comic/ Making a Comic] — This is a blog post that addresses a creative workaround for the lack of full-page support. It also makes a point to discuss what did and did not work for this user.
[[Category:New Media]]

* [http://www.davidebarranca.com/2012/04/ibooks-author-image-compression-color-comparison/ iBooks Author - Image compression] — This page provides a discussion of the image compression used by iBooks Author when creating an iBook, including a suggestion and a potential hack to get the desired image into the iBook.

* [http://knightwise.com/5-creative-ways-to-use-the-new-ibooks-author/ 5 creative ways to use the new iBooks author] — This blog examines alternate uses of the iBooks Author platform to create content for individual use.

* [http://ibooksauthortraining.co.uk/ iBooks Author Training] — This webpage is designed for iBooks Author training, including videos and webinars.

* [http://janefriedman.com/2012/02/10/10-questions-epublishing/ 10 Questions to Ask Before Committing to Any E-Publishing Service] — This webpage provides 10 questions that an author should ask himself before committing to a publishing service. It covers specifics of Amazon, Smashwords, and Apple publishing.

EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-06T00:32:52Z

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==Tutorials==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akQprtIl6Sw&feature=player_detailpage# How to Create a Blank Book in iBooks Author] — This tutorial demonstrates how to remove the table of contents and other elements for a blank book in iBooks Author.

*[http://ecjourno.com/diyjourno/?page_id=38 iBook Author] [sic] — This web page features video and text tutorials of journalism students from Emerson College. Content covers basics for beginners, template tools, insertion and modification of content/widgets, and distribution.

* [http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/ Apple's iBooks Author] — This is Apple's official iBooks Author introductory page featuring interactive short step-by-step videos.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] — A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embedding a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — This tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

* [[Previewing in iBooks Author]] — This tutorial shows how to use the preview function in iBooks Author, including how to preview only certain sections or chapters of the iBook.

* [http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/ How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author] — A blog post with an initial walk-through of iBooks Author and examples of features.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuzMGDwY2Bs iBooks Author Widgets and Layout] — This YouTube video follows the creation of an iBook with a focus on widgets and layout.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLPxdl1WLcw How to format video for iBooks] — This YouTube video discusses how to format videos for inclusion in an iBook. This can be tricky to get to work right just through experimentation.

* [https://www.adobe.com/content/dam/Adobe/en/devnet/indesign/pdfs/indesign-to-ipad.pdf eBooks: From Adobe® InDesign® to the Apple iBookstore] An Adobe tutorial on creating EPUB files using Adobe InDesign, including submission to the iBookstore.

==Presentations==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_UL5LeGqwU iBooks Author keynote Jan 2012] — This is an in-depth presentation about iBooks Author by Roger Rosner (Vice President, Productivity Applications) at Apple Education Event Jan. 19, 2012.

==Resources==
*[http://bookry.com/author/widget/library/?from=classwidgets Bookry: Widget Library] — This web page contains various free customized widgets for iBooks Author.

* [http://billymeinke.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/want-to-make-an-ibook-read-these-7-tips-first/ 7 Tips for Beginning iBooks Author] — This blog post shares a basic perspective on starting out with iBooks Author.

* [http://www.scoop.it/t/publishing-with-ibooks-author Publishing With iBooks Author] — An aggregate website with many articles/resources about iBooks Author, from using the program to news in general.

* [[Templates]] — An introduction to templates in iBooks Author.

* [http://danidraws.com/2012/01/24/ibooks-author-first-impressions-and-making-a-comic/ Making a Comic] — This is a blog post that addresses a creative workaround for the lack of full-page support. It also makes a point to discuss what did and did not work for this user.
[[Category:New Media]]

* [http://www.davidebarranca.com/2012/04/ibooks-author-image-compression-color-comparison/ iBooks Author - Image compression] — A discussion of the image compression used by iBooks Author when creating an iBook, including a suggestion and a potential hack to get the desired image into the iBook.

EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-05T23:50:52Z

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EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-05T23:06:45Z

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==Tutorials==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akQprtIl6Sw&feature=player_detailpage# How to Create a Blank Book in iBooks Author] — This tutorial demonstrates how to remove the table of contents and other elements for a blank book in iBooks Author.

*[http://ecjourno.com/diyjourno/?page_id=38 iBook Author] [sic] — This web page features video and text tutorials of journalism students from Emerson College. Content covers basics for beginners, template tools, insertion and modification of content/widgets, and distribution.

* [http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/ Apple's iBooks Author] — This is Apple's official iBooks Author introductory page featuring interactive short step-by-step videos.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] — A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embedding a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — This tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

* [[Previewing in iBooks Author]] — This tutorial shows how to use the preview function in iBooks Author, including how to preview only certain sections or chapters of the iBook.

* [http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/ How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author] — A blog post with an initial walk-through of iBooks Author and examples of features.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuzMGDwY2Bs iBooks Author Widgets and Layout] — This YouTube video follows the creation of an iBook with a focus on widgets and layout.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLPxdl1WLcw| How to format video for iBooks] — This YouTube video discusses how to format videos for inclusion in an iBook. This can be tricky to get to work right just through experimentation.

==Presentations==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_UL5LeGqwU iBooks Author keynote Jan 2012] — This is an in-depth presentation about iBooks Author by Roger Rosner (Vice President, Productivity Applications) at Apple Education Event Jan. 19, 2012.

==Resources==
*[http://bookry.com/author/widget/library/?from=classwidgets Bookry: Widget Library] — This web page contains various free customized widgets for iBooks Author.

* [http://billymeinke.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/want-to-make-an-ibook-read-these-7-tips-first/ 7 Tips for Beginning iBooks Author] — This blog post shares a basic perspective on starting out with iBooks Author.

* [http://www.scoop.it/t/publishing-with-ibooks-author Publishing With iBooks Author] — An aggregate website with many articles/resources about iBooks Author, from using the program to news in general.

* [[Templates]] — An introduction to templates in iBooks Author.

* [http://danidraws.com/2012/01/24/ibooks-author-first-impressions-and-making-a-comic/ Making a Comic] — This is a blog post that addresses a creative workaround for the lack of full-page support. It also makes a point to discuss what did and did not work for this user.
[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-05T23:06:26Z

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==Tutorials==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akQprtIl6Sw&feature=player_detailpage# How to Create a Blank Book in iBooks Author] — This tutorial demonstrates how to remove the table of contents and other elements for a blank book in iBooks Author.

*[http://ecjourno.com/diyjourno/?page_id=38 iBook Author] [sic] — This web page features video and text tutorials of journalism students from Emerson College. Content covers basics for beginners, template tools, insertion and modification of content/widgets, and distribution.

* [http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/ Apple's iBooks Author] — This is Apple's official iBooks Author introductory page featuring interactive short step-by-step videos.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] — A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embedding a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — This tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

* [[Previewing in iBooks Author]] — This tutorial shows how to use the preview function in iBooks Author, including how to preview only certain sections or chapters of the iBook.

* [http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/ How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author] — A blog post with an initial walk-through of iBooks Author and examples of features.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuzMGDwY2Bs iBooks Author Widgets and Layout] — This YouTube video follows the creation of an iBook with a focus on widgets and layout.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLPxdl1WLcw| How to format video for iBooks] — This YouTube video discusses how to format videos for inclusion in an iBook. This can be tricky to get to work right just through experimentation.

==Presentations==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_UL5LeGqwU iBooks Author keynote Jan 2012] — This is an in-depth presentation about iBooks Author by Roger Rosner (Vice President, Productivity Applications) at Apple Education Event Jan. 19, 2012.

==Resources==
*[http://bookry.com/author/widget/library/?from=classwidgets Bookry: Widget Library] — This web page contains various free customized widgets for iBooks Author.

* [http://billymeinke.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/want-to-make-an-ibook-read-these-7-tips-first/ 7 Tips for Beginning iBooks Author] — This blog post shares a basic perspective on starting out with iBooks Author.

* [http://www.scoop.it/t/publishing-with-ibooks-author Publishing With iBooks Author] — An aggregate website with many articles/resources about iBooks Author, from using the program to news in general.

* [[Templates]] — An introduction to templates in iBooks Author.

* [http://danidraws.com/2012/01/24/ibooks-author-first-impressions-and-making-a-comic/ | Making a Comic] — This is a blog post that addresses a creative workaround for the lack of full-page support. It also makes a point to discuss what did and did not work for this user.
[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-05T21:13:38Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */ Changed link to non-mobile YouTube and added a label.

==Tutorials==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akQprtIl6Sw&feature=player_detailpage# How to Create a Blank Book in iBooks Author] — This tutorial demonstrates how to remove the table of contents and other elements for a blank book in iBooks Author.

*[http://ecjourno.com/diyjourno/?page_id=38 iBook Author] [sic] — This web page features video and text tutorials of journalism students from Emerson College. Content covers basics for beginners, template tools, insertion and modification of content/widgets, and distribution.

* [http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/ Apple's iBooks Author] — This is Apple's official iBooks Author introductory page featuring interactive short step-by-step videos.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] — A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embedding a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — This tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

* [[Previewing in iBooks Author]] — This tutorial shows how to use the preview function in iBooks Author, including how to preview only certain sections or chapters of the iBook.

* [http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/ How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author] — A blog post with an initial walk-through of iBooks Author and examples of features.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuzMGDwY2Bs iBooks Author Widgets and Layout] — This YouTube video follows the creation of an iBook with a focus on widgets and layout.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLPxdl1WLcw| How to format video for iBooks] — This YouTube video discusses how to format videos for inclusion in an iBook. This can be tricky to get to work right just through experimentation.

==Presentations==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_UL5LeGqwU iBooks Author keynote Jan 2012] — This is an in-depth presentation about iBooks Author by Roger Rosner (Vice President, Productivity Applications) at Apple Education Event Jan. 19, 2012.

==Resources==
*[http://bookry.com/author/widget/library/?from=classwidgets Bookry: Widget Library] — This web page contains various free customized widgets for iBooks Author.

* [http://billymeinke.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/want-to-make-an-ibook-read-these-7-tips-first/ 7 Tips for Beginning iBooks Author] — This blog post shares a basic perspective on starting out with iBooks Author.

* [http://www.scoop.it/t/publishing-with-ibooks-author Publishing With iBooks Author] — An aggregate website with many articles/resources about iBooks Author, from using the program to news in general.

* [[Templates]] — An introduction to templates in iBooks Author.

[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-05T21:11:31Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */

==Tutorials==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akQprtIl6Sw&feature=player_detailpage# How to Create a Blank Book in iBooks Author] — This tutorial demonstrates how to remove the table of contents and other elements for a blank book in iBooks Author.

*[http://ecjourno.com/diyjourno/?page_id=38 iBook Author] [sic] — This web page features video and text tutorials of journalism students from Emerson College. Content covers basics for beginners, template tools, insertion and modification of content/widgets, and distribution.

* [http://www.apple.com/ibooks-author/ Apple's iBooks Author] — This is Apple's official iBooks Author introductory page featuring interactive short step-by-step videos.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] — A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embedding a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — This tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

* [[Previewing in iBooks Author]] — This tutorial shows how to use the preview function in iBooks Author, including how to preview only certain sections or chapters of the iBook.

* [http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/write-book-ibooks-author/ How to Write Your First Book in iBooks Author] — A blog post with an initial walk-through of iBooks Author and examples of features.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuzMGDwY2Bs iBooks Author Widgets and Layout] — This YouTube video follows the creation of an iBook with a focus on widgets and layout.

* [http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=PLPxdl1WLcw&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DPLPxdl1WLcw] — This YouTube video discusses how to format videos for inclusion in an iBook. This can be tricky to get to work right just through experimentation.

==Presentations==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_UL5LeGqwU iBooks Author keynote Jan 2012] — This is an in-depth presentation about iBooks Author by Roger Rosner (Vice President, Productivity Applications) at Apple Education Event Jan. 19, 2012.

==Resources==
*[http://bookry.com/author/widget/library/?from=classwidgets Bookry: Widget Library] — This web page contains various free customized widgets for iBooks Author.

* [http://billymeinke.wordpress.com/2012/02/14/want-to-make-an-ibook-read-these-7-tips-first/ 7 Tips for Beginning iBooks Author] — This blog post shares a basic perspective on starting out with iBooks Author.

* [http://www.scoop.it/t/publishing-with-ibooks-author Publishing With iBooks Author] — An aggregate website with many articles/resources about iBooks Author, from using the program to news in general.

* [[Templates]] — An introduction to templates in iBooks Author.

[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-12-03T21:12:44Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */ Added my link to Previewing in iBooks Author

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-12-03T20:55:37Z

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The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement. [[File:IBooks Author.png|thumb|The iBooks author interface]]

==How to Use the Preview Function==
===Preview the entire iBook on the iPad===
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preparing preview.png|thumb|Preparing a preview]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preview section.jpg|thumb|Preview current section only option]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-12-03T20:55:20Z

Erstahlmedia: /* How to Use the Preview Function */

The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement.

==How to Use the Preview Function==
[[File:IBooks Author.png|thumb|The iBooks author interface]]
===Preview the entire iBook on the iPad===
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preparing preview.png|thumb|Preparing a preview]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preview section.jpg|thumb|Preview current section only option]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-12-03T20:54:42Z

Erstahlmedia: /* How to Use the Preview Function */

The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement.

==How to Use the Preview Function==
===Preview the entire iBook on the iPad===
[[File:IBooks Author.png|thumb|The iBooks author interface]]
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preparing preview.png|thumb|Preparing a preview]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preview section.jpg|thumb|Preview current section only option]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-12-03T20:53:20Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Previewing only certain sections on the iPad */

The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement.

==How to Use the Preview Function==
[[File:IBooks Author.png|thumb|The iBooks author interface]]
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preparing preview.png|thumb|Preparing a preview]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preview section.jpg|thumb|Preview current section only option]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

File:Preview section.jpg

2012-12-03T20:51:32Z

Erstahlmedia: A screenshot of the preview section option in the iBooks Author menu

A screenshot of the preview section option in the iBooks Author menu

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-12-03T20:47:19Z

Erstahlmedia: /* How to Use the Preview Function */ Added my screenshots to the page.

The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement.

==How to Use the Preview Function==
[[File:IBooks Author.png|thumb|The iBooks author interface]]
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.[[File:Preparing preview.png|thumb|Preparing a preview]]
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-11-28T21:46:39Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Previewing in iBooks Author */

The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement.

==How to Use the Preview Function==
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

File:IBooks Author.png

2012-11-28T21:46:02Z

Erstahlmedia: The iBooks Author interface.

The iBooks Author interface.

File:Preparing preview.png

2012-11-28T21:45:20Z

Erstahlmedia: A screenshot of the preview progress bar.

A screenshot of the preview progress bar.

Previewing in iBooks Author

2012-11-28T21:41:34Z

Erstahlmedia: Basic introduction of the article to edit from

=Previewing in iBooks Author=
The preview function in iBooks Author is a useful tool in determining the functionality of a work in progress on the iPad. Using this feature allows the user to transfer a draft copy of their book to the iPad for testing that can only be done on the iPad, such as determining widget functionality and correct element placement.

==How to Use the Preview Function==
Using the preview function in iBooks Author is fairly simple, requiring only a few simple steps.
#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview" button on the toolbar or in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the book to the iBooks library.

===Previewing only certain sections on the iPad===
If the book is particularly long, or it is desirable to preview a small portion of the book, it is possible to restrict the preview function to a single section or chapter of the book.

#Ensure that the iPad is plugged in to the computer and that iBooks is open on the iPad.
#With iBooks Author and the file of interest open, select the "Preview Current Section Only" command in the File menu. A progress bar will appear.
#iBooks will open the preview on the iPad, adding a draft copy of the section to the iBooks library.

EText Authoring Resources

2012-11-28T20:50:40Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */ Fixed the YouTube link for the first tutorial again. Works this time for real.

==Tutorials==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=hqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embed a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — this tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-11-28T20:48:45Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */

==Tutorials==
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embed a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — this tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-11-28T20:47:34Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */ Changed my formatting on my link and commentary. Hopefully the video should show up as the normal video rather than the mobile video as before.

==Tutorials==
* [http://youtube.com/watch?v=DhqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X] A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWZbCv83Fso Embed a YouTube Video in iBooks Author] — this tutorial shows how to use MacOS X's Dashcode to create a YouTube widget for your iBooks project. It's very straightforward and easy to implement. Dashcode requires the installation of Apple's Xcode, part of the developer's package. [https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa Sign up for free].

[[Category:New Media]]

EText Authoring Resources

2012-11-07T21:26:18Z

Erstahlmedia: /* Tutorials */

==Tutorials==
[http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=hqiqRnLNZuU&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DhqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X]

A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.

EText Authoring Resources

2012-11-07T21:25:51Z

Erstahlmedia: Added a tutorial so that I can add additional information later.

==Tutorials==
[http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=hqiqRnLNZuU&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DhqiqRnLNZuU How to use iBooks Author for Mac OS X]
A basic introduction for first-time iBooks Author users, showcasing basic drag and drop functionality.