FOREVER® AutoBook FAQs

What is FOREVER AutoBook?

• FOREVER AutoBook is a brand new product from FOREVER that allows you to combine the power of your FOREVER Account with FOREVER’s exceptional print quality to automagically create stunning photo books in just a few clicks.

Does AutoBook work on both MAC & PC?

• Yes. A beautiful photo book can be created on a MAC, PC, or any mobile device from which you can access the internet. AutoBook does not require any special desktop software.

Is AutoBook a new FOREVER Design & Print Template?

• No, AutoBook is a brand new, unique product experience within FOREVER!

Is FOREVER AutoBook different from FOREVER Seamless AutoBook?

• Yes! AutoBook and Seamless AutoBook are similar but have important differences. Although both AutoBook and Seamless AutoBook use the same automagical functionality to create stunning photo books in just a few clicks, Seamless AutoBook offers a premium, unique design and print experience. While our standard AutoBook is available in 4 hard cover sizes (8" x 8", 10" x 10", 11" x 8.5", 12" x 12") and 3 soft cover sizes (8" x 8", 10" x 10", 12" x 12") and features 2 individual pages side by side bound in the center of the book, our Seamless AutoBook is available in 3 hard cover sizes (8" x 8", 10" x 10", 12" x 12") and features one uninterrupted spread across the book’s center with no visible binding at each turn of the page. For additional information on FOREVER Seamless AutoBook, please refer to the FOREVER Seamless AutoBook FAQ.

How do I start creating my AutoBook?

• You can start your book from anywhere in your FOREVER Account! Simply select photos from your Albums, Tags, or Library, and click on the “Order Photo Prints or Books” button. Or, start a book by selecting Design & Print on the top navigation bar, clicking on Photo Books, then choosing “AUTOBOOK”.

Can I print entire Albums or Tags within my FOREVER Account with AutoBook?

• Yes! If you want to print an entire Album or Tag (up to a maximum of 892 photos), navigate to your Album and select the “Order Photo Prints or Books” button in the top right corner. Next, either select the entire Album or choose only your favorites, then finish by choosing your preferred cover and binding options. FOREVER will complete your project by automagically populating your photo book.

How do I select all photos if I start from the AutoBook landing page?

• When working from a desktop or laptop computer, simply hold down the “Shift” key and select the first photo and then the last photo you’d like to add. Everything in between will be selected.

What happens if I try to select more than the maximum number of photos or try to Select All from an Album with more than 892 photos?

• If manually selecting your photos, you will receive an error asking you to choose a smaller selection size. If trying to “Select All” from an Album, the system will select the first 892 photos for you.

In what order will my photos appear in my automagically created photo book?

• If you choose to manually select your individual photos, the photos in your book will appear in the order that you selected them. If you select all the photos in an Album or Tag, your photos will appear in the book in the exact way you have them organized or curated within your Album or Tag.

Where do I select the size and binding option I want for my book?

• AutoBook allows you to pick your photo book size and cover type at the start of your project. After choosing your photos, you will see a message prompting you to select your size and binding options. Alternatively, if you prefer to start your project by choosing the size and binding first, you can also select these options directly from the AutoBook landing page found under the Photo Books section of Design & Print.

Can I change the size and binding (Hard Cover or Soft Cover) options for books I have already started?

• Yes! To change the size or binding option for a book you’ve already started, simply click “Change” next to the existing book size and binding option in the upper left of the screen where you’re creating your book. Then, choose your new size and/or binding and either “Resize as Copy,” to create a copy of your book in the new size while also keeping the original, or “Resize Book,” to update the book you’re currently working on. When you resize your book, we recommend that you double-check the photo placement and text alignment for each page to ensure that they are still laid out the way you intended.

Can I change the size and binding (Hard Cover or Soft Cover) options for books I have already ordered?

• Absolutely! If you’d like to print the same AutoBook you’ve already ordered in a new size or with a new binding, simply find that AutoBook in your “Print Projects” tab and click the Edit icon (pencil) underneath the thumbnail of your book, then choose the “Proceed to Edit Copy” button to continue. A new copy of that AutoBook will be generated, and you can update the size and binding following the steps in Question 10. (You can also update the color, text, order of photos, and more!) For more help finding your AutoBook projects, see Question 26.

Can I change an AutoBook with Standard or Hinged Layflat Binding that I have already started or ordered to the new Seamless AutoBook format?

• Because Seamless AutoBook is a completely new and distinct product, you cannot convert existing Standard or Hinged Layflat Binding AutoBooks to Seamless AutoBook. Seamless AutoBook uses one beautiful seamless spread across the center of your book, whereas AutoBook uses two individual pages bound in the center or gutter of the book. If you’d like to change from a Standard or Hinged Layflat AutoBook to the new Seamless AutoBook, simply start a new project and select Seamless AutoBook to begin the automagical experience again with your new project. Luckily, building any type of AutoBook is quick and easy!

If I share an AutoBook that I made with someone else, can they resize the book once it’s in their Account?

• Unfortunately, a shared print project cannot be edited. The correct size and binding must be chosen by the original creator prior to sharing.

Can I change the background color of the pages in my photo book?

• Yes. AutoBook allows you to choose from different backgrounds for each page or apply the background of your choice to the whole book at once. Simply select the white circle icon below each page to “Change Background”. Choose between a multitude of colors and patterns.

How do I add photos or a new photo page to my AutoBook?

• AutoBook starts from your photos and then creates your book. If you’d like to add photos to a page once your book is already started, select the blue “Plus” icon on the bottom of each project page, next to “Change Design.” This will open a window where you can select your photos. If you have fewer than the maximum of 99 pages, you can add additional pages by selecting the “Add Photo Pages” icon at the top of the screen or add it from the end of your layout.

How many photos can I add to a page?

• You can add up to nine (9) photos per page. If you have 9 photos on every page and a different photo for the cover, you will have a total of 892 photos in your AutoBook.

Is there a minimum number of pages needed in order to create a book?

• As with all our photo book products, a minimum of 21 pages is needed. Don’t have 21 photos to use? No problem. You can simply add a text page or two. Remember, all empty text boxes will not be printed.

Can I change the page design while I am working on my photo book?

• Yes! AutoBook allows you to change how your photos are displayed on the page and add up to 9 photos to each page. Below each page, you’ll find a “Change Design” button and an “Add Photos” icon. Once you have the number of photos you would like on the page (up to 9), it’s easy to toggle between the designs to change the look of your photos on the page.

Can I remove or delete photos from a page?

• Absolutely. You can remove a photo from a page by selecting the photo and clicking “Remove” from the options presented. You can also delete the entire page by selecting the “x” in the top corner. Note: If it is a 1-photo page, you cannot remove the photo box from the page. If a photo box is left empty, it will print as a gray box. If you only have 21 pages in your AutoBook, you will not be able to delete a page.

Can I rearrange the order or combine the pages in my photo book?

• Yes! At the top of the project screen, there is an option to “Edit Layout.” Here you can also combine photo pages (up to 9 photos) using the “Merge” function. If later you decide that you would like those photos on separate pages again, you can select the “Split” button.

Can I duplicate or delete a photo page?

• Absolutely. At the top of the screen, there is a “Duplicate” button and a “Delete” button.

Can I add text or customize the text?

• Yes! You can easily add a text page by selecting “Add Text Page” at the top of the screen, or you can add text to a page with photos. You can also easily customize the size, color, and font of your text. Want to apply the same custom text color to multiple pages? Use the quick “Apply Text Color to All” button to apply your changes to your whole book at once!

Can I change the layout for the photo book cover?

• Yes! Once you choose the cover photo, you can choose from four layouts to update the look of your cover. Don’t like it? Change it! Like one better? Simply change it back again!

What if I want to change my cover photo?

• No problem! Just click the cover photo to change it.

Where can I find my previously created AutoBook projects?

• After creating an AutoBook project, you can find it by navigating to “Print Projects” within your FOREVER Account. (Select “Design & Print” in the top navigation bar, then select “Print Projects” from the drop-down menu.) Here you can sort your projects by date, category, or last modified date.

Where can I find the FOREVER AutoBook I just ordered?

• After ordering your book, you can find it in your Print Projects. Navigate to “Design & Print” on the top navigation bar and select “Print Projects” from the drop-down menu. Look under the “Photo Book” category to find your project. Print Projects are also available for reordering within your FOREVER Account under “My Orders” in your Account drop-down menu.

How do I reorder a previously created AutoBook?

• To reorder your AutoBook, navigate to your Account and select “My Orders,” then find the AutoBook you wish to reorder. Or, simply find your AutoBook project in the “Print Projects” section of Design & Print and select the “Order Reprints” button to the right of the project title.

How do I save my project?

• Each time you make a change to your project, your project is saved. There is also an option to manually “Save” by selecting “Save” at the top of the screen. You can also duplicate your project at any time. If you have questions about ordering your book, please contact our Customer Care team.

Can I cancel or modify my AutoBook order after it has been submitted?

• Once you place your order, FOREVER gets to work on creating your stunning photo book. If you have any concerns about your order, please reach out to our Customer Care team right away. While we are unable to make changes to an order once it’s in production, we can often address your concerns.

Will all the photos I selected in my book be in the printed photo book?

• If the number of photos you selected is greater than 892, a few of your photos will not be included. Double-check your project to make sure all of your photos are included before you order. If the photo is in your project, it will be printed.

How do I contact FOREVER for help?

• Our friendly, US-based Customer Care team is ready to assist you with any questions or concerns you have about your FOREVER AutoBook or any other product. Reach out to us via phone, email, or live chat. You can find our contact information on our website under the “Contact Us” section.