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# How do I preview my book before publishing?

# How do I preview my book before publishing?
The **Book Preview** panel lets you see how your book will look and feel across different formats and sizes before you publish — without leaving the editor.

## Opening the preview
You can open Book Preview from the left sidebar of the editor.

## Choosing a format
At the top of the panel, under **Format**, you can choose how you want to preview your book:
* **eBook** — Digital, EPUB
* **Hardcover** — Print on demand
* **Paperback** — Print on demand
* **PDF** — Digital
Selecting a format updates the preview so you can see how your book will look in that format.
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## Choosing a book size
Under **Book size**, you can choose the trim size for your book. Available sizes include:
* Novel
* Standard
* Demy
* US Royal
* US Letter
* Royal
* A5
The preview updates as you change the size, so you can compare how your manuscript flows across different formats.

## Saving your design
Once you're happy with the format and size, click **Save this design** to keep your choices. You can also click **Open book to read** to view the full preview.

## What the preview does — and doesn't — show
The Book Preview at this stage is about size, format, and how the inside of your book flows — it doesn't include your cover. You'll design your cover separately at the publishing step, using PubliWrite's cover builder or your own artwork.

## Why use the preview before publishing?
Use Book Preview to catch issues before you submit your book, such as:
* Text that reads awkwardly at a smaller trim size
* A format that doesn't suit your book's length or genre
* Formatting choices you want to adjust before finalizing
If something looks off, return to the editor to make changes, then come back and preview again.

## Related articles
* [How do I choose a book design (theme)?](https://helpdesk.publiwrite.com/en/)
* [How do I publish my book on PubliWrite?](https://helpdesk.publiwrite.com/en/article/how-do-i-publish-my-book-on-publiwrite-14bra8a/)
* [What should I do if my book preview or formatting looks wrong?](https://helpdesk.publiwrite.com/en/article/what-should-i-do-if-my-book-preview-or-formatting-looks-wrong-uqseo2/)
* [__What are the manuscript and interior file requirements?__](https://helpdesk.publiwrite.com/en/article/what-are-the-manuscript-and-interior-file-requirements-xuyhec/)
* [__How long does the book review process take?__](https://helpdesk.publiwrite.com/en/article/how-long-does-the-book-review-process-take-1pi8k7t/)