Whatever effects, images, and layout you have in the program, will be kept in it’s fixed layout. Reflowable EPUBs are the most common eBook format and have the widest distribution because it’s the format that is most familiar to users.įixed layout EPUBs, on the other hand, have sophisticated designs. They have a flat, linear design, which means images float along with the text (no overlap or text wrap), so this format is best used for text-heavy eBooks. Reflowable EPUB files are designed in a way that allows the text and images reflow to fit all screen sizes. EPUB files are reflowable, but also support fixed layouts.

All EPUB file formats are DRM protected and have strong copy protection. EPUB (.epub) formatĪn EPUB, or electronic publication, is the most widely supported eBook format and can be read on a variety of devices, including computers, smartphones, tablets, and most eReaders (except Kindles). What is digital rights management? DRM, also known as Digital Rights Management, is a term that is used to describe the processes by which the author or publisher of a work exerts his rights to control what the purchaser of his work is entitled to do.

TXT files are great for text-heavy eBooks, like research reports, for example. They don’t have fixed layouts, digital rights management (DRM) protection, or interactivity. Because of their simplicity, these files are usually for storing information with no formatting beyond basic fonts and font styles. These files are used strictly for text, images and graphs are not supported. TXT (.txt) formatĪ plain text file is the simplest file format that uses the file extension. Let's take a detailed look at the top five eBook formats: TXT, EPUB, MOBI, AZW, and PDF. So, I’ve narrowed it down to the easiest to use and most widely used eBook formats.

But the likelihood of you actually using most of them? Very slim. There are quite a few options for eBook formats. So, to spare you the trouble, I’ll share my findings with you. In fact, I ended up more confused than when I started. I’m sure you’ve done your fair share of Google searches at this point and haven’t found your answer. Great news, I’m here to give you that guidance. So, you’ve conquered the question of “ What is an eBook? ” You’ve figured out how to make an eBook, and now, I’m guessing you’re here for a little guidance on completing your eBook, am I right?

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