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Fixed Layout ePub Conversion Services

MAP Systems is among the topmost ePublishing service providers, providing outstanding conversion services with commendable expertise. These conversions are meant to create formats that are suitable for all major retailers including Apple, Amazon and Barnes and Noble. The fixed layout epub conversion services provided by us create books that closely resemble the actual outline of source and are superior to the standard eBooks. Our attention to the minutest of details and focused responsiveness help us to deliver reliable conversion and formatting services.

As the name itself suggests, the content does not reflow but can be zoomed in and out just like an image. Fixed format ePub ensures a number of advantages and the most significant among them are:

You can search for a particular piece of text, choose text sizes, and embed the desired fonts.
Integration of audio-video features, bookmark, navigation, and dictionary-linking can be done in fixed layout eBooks.
You can position images accurately and for larger images that cover both the pages, you can make a two-page spread.
It allows for multi-column text pages with Read Aloud option.

Key features of our fixed layout eBooks

Our experts offer fixed layout eBooks with visually-appealing background, animations, read aloud, popups and popovers options, slides and other features. Other features of fixed layout eBooks include:

Reproducing print elements using ePub3 layout
Semantic structuring to improve accessibility
Embedding of audio and video with media overlays to ensure that text is highlighted during narration
SVG to resize images ensuring no loss of clarity
Using embedded descriptions to make pictures and illustrations accessible to read aloud users
Adding CSS and JavaScript to enable animations and interactivity so as to ensure that the layout is not static
For animation and interactivity, we use 2D animation, 3D animation, voice-over, sound effects, puzzles, games, and quiz for enhancing the fixed layout epub animated files.

Fixed layout eBook formats we support

Our provisions are carefully strategized to generate the best outcomes. We know which techniques we should adopt and what would suit your expectations and requirements. Experts delivering our fixed layout file format conversion service can work on formats such as ePUB 3, KF8, PDF compatible with apple ibook, Google store, Kobo, Overdrive, Amazon, B&N and more.

The Fixed layout ePub3 output is compatible with devices such as ipad, iphone, Kobo arc etc. These devices allow readers to read the content as a single page or a two-page spread.

KF8 and KTC (kindle textbook creator) are supported on the Amazon platform. Fixed layout KF8 and KTC can be used on devices such as Kindle Fire, tablets, eInk readers, and Kindle reading applications on android phones and tablets. KF8 is best suitable for text which is not small and detailed and does not support read along audio narration.

Unlike KF8, KTC is more suitable for detailed content and smaller text as it supports pinch – zoom navigation, allowing readers to enlarge the page area. KTC also does not support read along audio narration.

We also provide conversions in page perfect and nook kids formats which can be sold on the Barnes and Noble platform and are compatible with NOOK tablets and color devices.

We convert fixed layout interactive epub into nook kids format. It allows readers to enlarge parts of the page using zoom and pop-up text features. It also allows for audio narration of the story. This format allows for audio but not video.

The page perfect format is based on PDF and it basically provides for single or double page views, which can be enlarged based on the reading device. This format is suitable for non-fictional books and titles apart from children’s books.

Fixed layout epub formats we support

Simple ePub fixed page format

Cook books, cartoon books, and picture books can be considered as simple ePub books.
Medium complex EPUB fixed files

Medium complexity can be seen in graphic novels and comic books for children. Coding of the files in this case is a bit more complex as every image has to be captured in high resolution through the conversion process. This provides users with the luxury to enlarge the graphics via key commands or touch screens. Comic books are mainly text-heavy, but they make use of strategic spot arts for illustrating narrative text.
Complex EPUB fixed format files

The level of coding needed for these fixed layouts interactive eBooks is extreme and attention has to be paid on even the minutest of details. There are a lot of images, graphs, tables, equations, and geometric figures that make the whole process technically tougher.

We design different categories of books in fixed layout formats and the books belong to different categories such as medical, technical, scientific books, cook books, restaurant guides, travel guides, academic, and mathematical publications.

Popular categories that we recreate using fixed-layout include

Picture books

As picture books mainly feature images, it is easier to convert PDF to ePub; it would be quick and most of the times effortless.
Children’s books

Converting children’s books is very simple most of the times but in certain cases, creating fixed layout children's books is quite difficult. It all depends on the elements that the book includes and their type. The difficulty level varies based on the complexity of texts, tables, charts, and graphs. Normally, children’s books comprise of poems, stories, cartoon, comics, and jokes. Non-fiction books for children usually have pictures and texts.
Cook books

These books feature recipes. There will be color illustrations detailing the cooking process along with guidelines to purchase quality ingredients . As far as fixed format ePub features are concerned, cook books may have complex or simple formatting.

Read our case study on fixed layout eBooks conversion for a Europe-based client. We used the latest technologies and strategies to deliver word-class ebook conversion services with high accuracy.
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Enjoy seamless benefits from our eBook formatting company

With a lot of companies operating in the domain, why should you choose us? Because we are one of the best fixed layout eBook conversion services that can guarantee you high quality outcomes at the most reasonable prices.

Our team has comprehensive experience in the publishing industry.
We have a high level of expertise to ensure high quality of conversion.
Our team always adheres to client specifications, assuring that the final output always meets their expectations.
Our formatting solutions are precise and eBooks provided by us meet all standards and guidelines of the major stores.

Our eBook conversion solutions are tailor-made and we have also created different packages to make sure that every customer is benefitted from our services. We provide complete digitization services across the globe with the best conversion pricing. With years of experience in the desired field, our fixed layout ePub conversion services have helped our clients in effectively communicating their content to their target audience. Besides this, we can also include additional features and animations to make the content more engaging and appealing for the readers.