1. What is Redshift?
Redshift is a book production software with authoring features and generates Print PDF and EPUB.
2. Can I upload each section of my manuscript separately into Redshift?
Yes, you may upload each section of your manuscript separately. We have built provisions to upload a complete book and generate a PDF or even sections of your book and generate PDF.
3. What file types do you accept?
We accept only Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx) file format.
4. Can I generate all outputs at a single time?
Yes, you can generate all the outputs at a single time.
5. How long does it take to download my output?
Download time may vary by location, internet connection speed and the size of the file you are downloading.
6. How long does it take to validate my file?
Validation time varies by the size of the file you are uploading.
7. What if I forgot to choose the template?
Don’t worry. Redshift sets a default template for your manuscript and generates the corresponding output.
8. Which versions of Microsoft Word work best with Redshift?
Redshift processes all versions of Microsoft Word perfectly.
9. Where to find templates?
You can select the templates by clicking the down arrow below the Print PDF output.
10. Where can I find my downloads?
You can find your downloaded files either in your local download folder or under the download option of Redshift application.
11. I am not familiar with reformatting, but I want to reformat my book. How can I do that?
You can easily reformat your book by watching our video tutorial and quick formatting tips.
12. What is Aceoffix?
Aceoffix is a software that lets you open MS-Word directly online and enables making changes. Your document loaded to Redshift will open in Acceoffix and you can make changes. Aceoffix is integrated within RedShift so you don’t need to re-upload your manuscript again.
13. I want to publish my book with a professional design. Will Redshift do that for me?
Yes, Redshift will do that for you. PeterLang’s Design template is loaded to the site and a sample of the layout can be downloaded for your reference. You upload the formatted Word document and by choosing the design, your output will meet professional layout of library quality.
14. Can I change the size of the Print PDF? (PeterLang to confirm if you will want this feature)
Yes, you can change the size of the Print PDF. Redshift can generate Print PDF with six different book sizes.
15. What is Activity log in Redshift?
Activity log provides you with the list of activities that you have performed in the Redshift application, from uploading a manuscript to downloading the output.
16. I have uploaded all my book sections in the wrong order. How can I change the order now?
It is very easy to rearrange or reorder your files. Just click the files, drag them and place it in the correct position. Use the rearrange icon.
17. What will be my book running head?
The metadata such as Title and Author name provided by you when creating your book in Redshift will serve as running heads for Recto and Verso pages of your book.
18. How to provide Copyright Information?
If you are uploading a completed full book including the Front Matter, Body and Back Matter or a composite Front Matter document that includes Title page, TOC, Foreword, Preface and other elements, kindly use the below copyright information in your book. You can download this format from RedShift User Interface.
Please “Copy” content of copyright information from above or you can download the standard copyright page from the below site.
https://storage.googleapis.com/redshift-open-files/manuscripts/Copyright_PL.docx
However, If you are uploading each element of your book as separate sections, provide information on the Copyright holder and year in the RedShift user interface. RedShift will automatically process the formatter copyright page content.
19. Why is my chapter title not appearing in the table of contents?
Probably, you wouldn’t have assigned a number for the Chapter title.
To include chapter titles in TOC, follow the below steps.
- In the References tab, click Table of Contents and choose Custom Table of Contents.
2. Click Options and enter number in Title.
20. Ordering the sequence of various elements in the User Interface
As recommended by all publishing literature, the preferred structuring or ordering of various elements in a book is as below:
Ordering / Structure of book
Front Matter
Title pages 1-2 (Title page, copyright)
Dedication
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
Contents
Abbreviations
Body Matter
Introduction
Part Page
Chapters 1-xy
Back Matter
List of References
Appendix
List of Figures
List of Tables
Glossary
Bibliography
Index(es)
About the authors
21. How to retain special characters in PDF?
Please watch our “How to retain special characters in PDF” video.
Things to remember:
- Bookmark TOC will not contain page numbers, only automatic TOC produces the corresponding section page number.
- Do not insert images in manuscript with any links or charts created using inbuilt MS-Word options.
Ex: If Ms-Word opens with the below alert message, then it indicates that the images are externally linked. Remove any external links. Images have to be embedded in the document.
Sample chart created using default Ms-Word options
3. Use space instead of providing a tab between footnotes/endnotes number and text, and TOC number and text.
4. Please ensure Paragraph style are not created with “based on” options. Choose to use only “nostyle” option
