📘 Creating a Photobook Using the FreePrints Photobooks App

Printable Aide Memoire, Creating a Photobook

🛠️ What You Need

• A smartphone or tablet (Apple or Android)

• Access to your photos (in your photo library, Google Photos, Dropbox, or other cloud storage)

• The FreePrints Photobooks app – available from the App Store or Google Play

📲 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Download the App

• Search for “FreePrints Photobooks” on the App Store or Google Play.

• Install the app and open it.

2. Sign In or Create an Account

• Sign in using your email address or create an account.

• Allow access to your photos when prompted.

3. Start a New Photobook

• Tap “Create New Book”.

• Select the size and layout. The default free monthly book is usually 20 pages, softcover.

4. Choose Your Photos

• You can import photos from:

  • Your phone’s gallery

  • Google Photos

  • Dropbox

  • Facebook or Instagram

• Select 1–4 photos per page. Tap and drag to rearrange or replace.

5. Edit and Customise

• Tap on any page to:

  • Change layout (single image, collage, captioned)

  • Add text captions

  • Adjust zoom or crop on individual images

6. Preview Your Book

• Tap “Preview” to flip through your pages.

• Check image placement, spelling, and layout.

7. Order Your Book

• Tap “Order Now” when ready.

• The app will usually offer the book for free—just pay for postage.

• Delivery time is typically 5–7 days.

📎 Tips for a Better Book

• Use a consistent theme (e.g., a trip, a season, a project).

• Edit your photos beforehand for best results (cropping, brightness).

• Add short captions to give context to your photos.

• Try keeping pages visually balanced—avoid cramming too many images onto one page.

💬 Questions or Help?

Contact Victor or refer to the WGPC blog for more how-to guides:
📸 Blog: Photography Club Blog
📷 Upload Folder: Google Photos Album