Google Photo Books: From Digital Photos to Beautiful Books

Google Photo Books are a wonderful way to turn your digital photos into beautiful, physical books that you can treasure for years to come. They're available in a range of sizes and formats, from 5x7 inches to 12x12 inches.

With Google Photo Books, you can create a book that's truly personal to you. You can add captions to your photos, making it easy to tell the story behind each one.

To start creating a Google Photo Book, you can use the Google Photos app for iOS and Android, or the Google Photos web interface. You'll find the option to create a photo book in the Library tab, under Print store or Photo books.

You can choose to pick your photos individually from your photo feed, or start your photo book from an album. If you want to include images from across your library, you can select individual photos to add to the book editor.

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Google Photos will suggest some ready-made photo books based on your existing albums, so be sure to check those out. You can also create a custom book using images from across your library.

To create a photo book, you'll need to have your images backed up to Google Photos. If you have snaps saved on your hard drive, you'll need to upload them to your Google Photos library first.

Here's a quick rundown of the steps to get started:

Remember, you can only choose from images in your Google Photos library, so be sure to back up any other images you want to include first.

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You can choose your own photos for your Google Photo Book if you prefer not to rely on Google's suggestions.

Most people play an active role in the photo selection process, and it's a good idea to do so because Google doesn't always get it right.

To make your own photo book draft from scratch, you'll be giving up some convenience, but you know better than anyone else which memories should make the cut.

You can launch your own photo book with a theme of your choice, such as a Best of 2018 book or a vacation album.

Some popular types of photos to include are family portraits, milestones, birthdays, holidays, vacations, and candids.

Aim for an even mix of your family, friends, or other criteria based on your theme, so nobody feels left out.

Don't overdo it – a Google Photo Book can only print 100 pages, so try to keep your selection to 100 or less photos.

Here are some types of photos to consider:

You can customize your Google Photo Book in both the web interface and the Google Photos app. The editing process is relatively intuitive, making it easy to edit the arrangement, styling, and captions of your snaps.

On the web, your draft is shown as a classic publishing flat plan, where you can click and drag pages to rearrange them within the book. A simple preview of your book is also available on the right side, where you can similarly click and drag to re-arrange the pages.

You can add individual or collage pages by clicking the ‘+’ button in the top toolbar, and then selecting images from your library to fill them. If you want to remove a page, simply hover over it and click the little grey cross that appears in the corner.

To edit individual pages, tap on the relevant page in your flat plan, and you'll be taken to an editing screen for that specific page. Here, you can carry out all the same edits as you can on the web, including adjusting the border, cropping images, and adding captions.

To replace an image, click on it and then click the ‘Replace’ button, which will allow you to choose a different snap from your Google Photos library. If you want to add a collage layout on a single page, click the fourth icon in the stack of five icons that appear when you hover over an image.

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Here are some key editing tools to keep in mind:

In the Google Photos app, the editing process is similar, with the ability to drag and drop pages, add or remove individual pages, and edit individual pages.

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You may see a warning from Google if you've used low-resolution images in your photo book, prompting you to double-check your selection.

If you're happy with your choices, you can tap or click 'Next' to proceed. This will present you with the option to select your photo book's format, either 7in softcover or 9in hardcover.

You'll see a confirmation of the base price for your photo book, plus the cost of any extra pages you've added.

When creating your custom photo book, be mindful of the quantity of photos you choose. You can fit between 20-100 photos in a single book.

If you have a specific theme in mind but not enough photos to fill a book, consider a broader idea that covers more content. This way, you can still create a cohesive book with a decent number of photos.

You might also see warnings for low-resolution photos that could look grainy or blurry when printed. Ignore these alerts at your own risk, as the final product might not be what you expected.

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To finalize your book, you'll need to review your selection of images. If you've used low-resolution images, Google may prompt you to double-check your choice.

You can choose from two formats: 7in softcover or 9in hardcover. Once you've selected your format, you'll see a confirmation of the base price for your book, plus any extra costs for additional pages.

You'll be able to select the quantity of books you want to order and even add a gift message if it's a present.

Printing and ordering your Google Photo Book is a straightforward process. You can choose from two softcover sizes: 7-by-7 inches or 9-by-9 inches.

The prices start at $9.99 for the smaller size and $19.99 for the larger one. You get 20 pages included in the price, and each additional page costs $0.35 for the smaller size and $0.65 for the larger size.

To order prints from Google Photos, you'll need to select the size, crop, and edit your photos. You can even order multiple copies of the same print.

To get your prints, you'll need to enter your location to find a pick-up location. Select one of the locations from the results, and then click "Place Order." You'll pay for the prints when you pick them up in the store.

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