KDP Cover Design: Cover Template for KDP Print Using GIMP
Would you like to how to create your own KDP Print cover? In this video, find out how to use the cover template for KDP Print with GIMP.
In this video sharing the KDP Print cover template, you'll find out more about:
0:00 intro
0:29 What do you need for making a book cover on KDP
0:55 Where to find the KDP paperback cover template
1:34 KDP Print Books Tutorial
1:41 How to use an ebook cover on your paperback
2:35 How to pick a color in GIMP
3:17 How to format the back of a book
3:57 Should you use an author bio on your book
6:03 What is a bleed area in printing
8:37 How to switch foreground and background color in GIMP
9:44 How to zoom in and out on GIMP
9:57 How to draw a line in GIMP
11:23 How to make a book cover spine
12:35 How to save your book cover in GIMP
For simplicity, I visually shared the quick keys for when you make a book cover in GIMP.
If you're using GIMP for Mac, simply substitute the CTRL key for the Command key.
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