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Here is a complete list of [[:Category:Books|all Clicklaw Wikibooks]]. | Here is a complete list of [[:Category:Books|all Clicklaw Wikibooks]]. | ||
===Quickly downloading a whole Clicklaw Wikibook=== | ===Quickly downloading a whole Clicklaw Wikibook=== | ||
Some titles offer a quick PDF and EPUB file for download on their main page. These are up-to-date only as of the date they were assembled and placed online.These PDF or EPUB files will not include updates to information made by editors after the date indicated. | Some titles offer a quick PDF and EPUB file for download on their main page. Look for the PDF and EPUB icons in boxes as shown below. These are up-to-date only as of the date they were assembled and placed online.These PDF or EPUB files will not include updates to information made by editors after the date indicated. | ||
[[File:Quickdownloadscreencap.jpg|Look for these options from the main page of a Clicklaw Wikibook title.]] | [[File:Quickdownloadscreencap.jpg|frame|center|link=|Look for these options from the main page of a Clicklaw Wikibook title.]] | ||
===Manually downloading a whole Clicklaw Wikibook=== | ===Manually downloading a whole Clicklaw Wikibook=== |
Revision as of 16:51, 18 September 2013
You choose how you want to access, read and share Clicklaw Wikibooks.
This guide explains how to:
- print pages directly from your computer printer,
- download pages as PDF,
- download a whole Clicklaw Wikibook as e-book (PDF or EPUB),
- order a whole Clicklaw Wikibook as a printed book,
- Use the "Book Creator" to make your own book, selecting portions of a single title, or combining parts from various Clicklaw Wikibooks into a single PDF, e-book or printed book.
Print from your computer printer
This option is best for a single page or small selection of pages. Wiki pages print best when you select the "Printable version" option from the list of Print/Export options at the left of your screen. Once you see the simplified page of content, print the page using your browser's print function (Ctrl+P for PCs). This is the simplest way to print of information to read later.
Download page as PDF
If you just want a PDF of the wiki page you are on, select "Download as PDF". This creates a single PDF file quickly and without further steps required on your part. (The file itself may be one or several pages long depending on how much content is on the wiki page.)
Download whole wikibook as e-book (PDF or EPUB)
EPUB and PDF are good formats if you are reading at your own pace, don't want to read from a website, or want to save the whole wikibook for when you are not online. You can email either format to a friend. PDFs are readable on nearly any device (computer, smart phones, Kobo e-reader, iPad, etc.) using the popular and established Adobe Reader software. PDFs are very good for printing since what you see on the screen is usually designed to be printed, and certainly this is the case with Clicklaw Wikibooks.
EPUB is a newer standard format for e-book readers like iPads, Kobos, and many more. Amazon Kindle does not support EPUB however. EPUB lets you change the size of the type, and is generally easier to read because it adapts to the size of your screen.
PDF is probably the easiest and most reliable format to use, so if you are having problems accessing the EPUB, try the PDF format.
Here is a complete list of all Clicklaw Wikibooks.
Quickly downloading a whole Clicklaw Wikibook
Some titles offer a quick PDF and EPUB file for download on their main page. Look for the PDF and EPUB icons in boxes as shown below. These are up-to-date only as of the date they were assembled and placed online.These PDF or EPUB files will not include updates to information made by editors after the date indicated.
Manually downloading a whole Clicklaw Wikibook
To download a PDF or EPUB format from the most up-to-date content requires a couple steps:
- Click on the cover image of a title from this page.
- Then look for the Download box of options and select the preferred format from the drop-down list.
- Click "Download" as shown here:
Note: Other format options such as DocBook or OpenDocument may appear available, but may not work on all computer systems. These formats are not necessary or recommended for Clicklaw Wikibooks. Some browsers may have difficulty downloading EPUB, and your computer or device requires e-reader software in most cases.
Order a Clicklaw Wikibook for print
It's possible to order Clicklaw Wikibooks as fully printed and bound books. This is known as print-on-demand, and each book ordered through in this way is up-to-date with the most current information in the wiki. We do not print or ship these books ourselves and do not set the price for this service (ordering in print is the only option that costs anything), however many readers prefer the feel and convenience of a printed book so we have arranged a complete list of all Clicklaw Wikibooks ready for you to purchase for printing and shipment using a third-party service called PediaPress.
When you click on the cover image of a title from this page look for the Order as a printed book box. Click "Preview with PediaPress"
Note: This print-on-demand function is still being developed and may not work perfectly or at all on every computer system. We are in the process of improving this feature and thank you for your patience.
Using "Book Creator" to build your own book
In four easy steps, books can be created in PDF or EPUB format or ordered for printing.
Note: The book creator tool on Clicklaw Wikibooks is still in a beta stage, as we test and refine its functionality. We invite your feedback!
Step 1: Enable the "Book creator" tool
Step 2: Collect pages
After selecting a few pages, you can click on "Suggest pages" and you will be presented with a list of pages related to your selection. This helps you to create a more complete book if you want.
Step 3: Review your book
Step 4: Download or order a printed book
You can export your book in PDF format:
Or you can order a printed softcover book: