--- source_url: "https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G200735480?utm_source=openai" title: KDP Tools and Resources mirrored_at: 2026-08-30T01:39:22.599Z host: kdp.amazon.com cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G200735480__q__utm_source_openai" --- > **Original source:** https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G200735480?utm_source=openai ### Contents * * * - [Manuscript formatting resources](#manuscript) - [eBook](#manuscript_ebook) - [Paperback and hardcover](#manuscript_paperback) - [Cover formatting resources](#cover) - [eBook](#cover_ebook) - [Paperback and hardcover](#cover_paperback) - [Paperback file setup calculator](#setup_calculator) - [Printing cost and royalty calculator](#royalty_calculator) - [Previewer tools](#previewer) - [eBook](#previewer_ebook) - [Paperback and hardcover](#previewer_paperback) - [Upload files](#upload) - [Update files](#update) * * * ### Manuscript formatting resources #### eBook The tool you choose depends on your book and [file format](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G200634390) (DOC, DOCX, PDF), and whether you want to use a guide or downloadable desktop formatting tool.  This decision tree can help you choose the best resource for your book. After you decide, click the links below the tree.  ![eBook tools decision tree](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/G/01/kindle-publication/EN/G200735480_ebook_guides_and_tools_flowchart.png) [Kindle Create](https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Create/b?ie=UTF8&node=18292298011) | [Text Pop-Ups](https://kdp.amazon.com/help/topic/GFFHCXVPHRZW8SJ5) | [Step-by-Step Guide (Word for Windows)](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G200645680) \*PDF is not recommended for heavy-text books. #### Paperback and hardcover The resources you choose depend on the type of word processing software you use and whether you want to use templates.  Note that Hardcover is not supported on Amazon.co.jp This decision tree can help you choose the best resource for your book. After you decide, click the links below the tree. ![paperback tools decision tree](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/G/01/kindle-publication/KDP-Images/paperback_decision_tree.jpg) [Step-by-step guide (Word for Windows)](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G202145400) | [Step-by-step guide (Word for Mac)](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=GLRF8JDXY5LPE3TX) | [Step-by-step guide (Pages)](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G3TQWMMGK8528NDZ) | [Manuscript templates](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G201834230) | [File setup calculator](#setup_calculator) | [Print cost and royalty calculator](#royalty_calculator) * * * ### Cover formatting resources For help formatting your cover, check out these resources: #### eBook - Design a basic cover with our [Cover Creator](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G201113520) tool. - See a guide with detailed [file type, size, and color requirements](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G200645690). #### Paperback and hardcover - Design a basic cover with our [Cover Creator](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G201113520) tool. - Try [templates](https://kdp.amazon.com/cover-calculator) to create covers with any program that will open PNG or PDF file and save a PDF file. - See a detailed guide with file type, size, image, barcode, and color requirements: - [Create a Paperback Cover](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G201953020) - [Create a Hardcover Cover](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=GDTKFJPNQCBTMRV6) ### File setup calculator **For paperback only:** To get measurements of your paperback's interior, use our file setup calculator: The tool gives you margin, bleed, and spine measurements. **Note:** - If you're using a Mac, make sure your Mac OS and Microsoft Office are updated before downloading this calculator. - Popular, Japanese trim sizes are not available in the Paperback file setup calculator.  For cover measurements of your paperback or hardcover, use our [cover calculator and template generator](https://kdp.amazon.com/cover-calculator). * * * ### Printing cost and royalty calculator To estimate your printing cost and paperback royalty, use our [calculator](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=GSQF43YAMUPFTMSP). Figures generated by this tool are for estimation purposes only. Your actual royalty will be calculated when you set up your paperback on KDP. * * * ### Previewer tools #### eBook To see how your eBook will look on tablets E-readers, and phones before you publish it, you have two options: - **Kindle Previewer.** Use this free desktop standalone application as you format your book to make sure it looks as intended. Learn more about [Kindle Previewer](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G202131170). - **Online Previewer.** Use this tool to do one last check before you publish your eBook on KDP. The tool is on your [KDP Bookshelf](https://kdp.amazon.com/bookshelf). The Online Previewer has the same basic functions as the desktop version but has a different look and fewer filter and display options. #### Paperback and hardcover After you upload your files, you'll check them with our Print Previewer. This tool checks for errors you need to fix before you can submit your book for publication. Print Previewer is on your [KDP Bookshelf](https://kdp.amazon.com/bookshelf). Learn more about [previewing eBooks, paperbacks, and hardcover books](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G200641240). * * * ### Upload files To update your manuscript and cover, go to your [KDP Bookshelf](https://kdp.amazon.com/bookshelf). After you enter book details (e.g., title, author name, description), you'll upload your manuscript and cover files. Learn more about [uploading files](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G200641240). * * * ### Update files To update your manuscript and cover, go to your [KDP Bookshelf](https://kdp.amazon.com/bookshelf). See detailed instructions and requirements: - [Manuscript](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G202176900) - [Cover](https://kdp.amazon.com/help?topicId=G200965970)