E-Book Compiler

Once you have written an e-book, you need to compile it. It is to be done either into html compiler or pdf compiler.

Compiling is needed so that the data cannot be easily copied and shared among people. If this happens, people won’t purchase the e-book. Instead, they will download the copied files.

An e-book compiler is a software program that converts either text pages or HTML text into a single executable file or an e-book.

For a file with graphics in HTML, you will need an HTML e-book Compiler. This type of compiler requires a working knowledge of the HTML tag language.

There are many more compilers available for HTML, but you can find some very good compilers that will convert your PDF files into an e-book.

Basics of Choosing an e-book compiler

Instruction Manual: It is absolutely necessary that the compiler you buy have an instructional manual, documentation, or online "wizards." If it doesn't, your chances of figuring out how to correctly use the program are compromised, and the time required doing so is going to be significant. Many manufacturers of compilers offer a free trial version so you can play around with it and see if it suits your needs. Download the trial version and ascertain that it actually does what it claims to do.

Security: If you plan to sell your e-book, check out the security features of the compiler

software carefully. Security features should include: prevention of the reader from modifying text, access only to the pages you assign or by entering a password, different ways of generating passwords such as secure passwords, user-friendly, and open passwords. A compiler that has internal password protection generation built into the software is more secure than compilers that link to live Internet password control systems.

One of the main reasons for using a compiler is to prevent the reader from modifying the contents. A secure compiler allows access only to the pages you want the user to access unless they enter a correct password.

To find out how secure an e-book HTML compiler is, open an e-book on it. While it is open, check the temporary directory of your computer. This can usually be accessed by pressing windows + R and then type “temp” and press enter. If you see a bunch of files when your e-book is open or running, it means that your computer is decompressing the secure data from your e-book before showing the e-book to the viewer. This method is not secure! It means that anyone with the knowledge of how to access these temporary files can steal the secure data and then they can fiddle with your e-book to their heart's desire. Remember, one of the main purposes of buying and using an HTML compiler is to protect your property.

Scripting: Find out what scripts the software supports. Scripting allows you to create

special effects, customize menus, and create and modify other user interactivity. Choose a compiler that permits you to include graphics, search windows, hyperlinks, forms, surveys, etc.

Pricing: The highest priced compilers are not automatically your best choice. Choose your compiler based on the necessary requirements for your E-book. That means you need to know exactly how you plan to use your e-book and what functions you require.

Browser: Make sure you have the correct browser to run the compiler. The majority of HTML compilers use Microsoft Internet Explorer or Firefox. Check out the version that the compiler supports. Compilers that require a browser will not run on a computer that does not have the required browser installed. However, there are e-book HTML compilers that don't require you to have any browser installed on your computer. These compilers run on any Windows system.

If you choose a compiler that requires a browser, check to ascertain that the browser is installed correctly and that it is properly configured to the specifications of the compiler. Check to see if certain functions are turned off or on, and make any adjustments according to the compiler instructions.

Size: The best compilers can create e-books up to 2 GB in size without decompressing the HTML pages or images to your hard disk. Usually, e-books that are 2 GB in size can easily support 6 GB of compressed data.