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Old 03-17-2011, 05:55 PM   #1
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Cover skewed on upload

Hi there
I'm making .epub version of ebooks I created in HTML by uploading the HTML file to Calibre and then adding the cover using the 'Conversion' tool.

When I upload the cover, which is normal book cover dimensions, it gets stretched really wide. How do I stop it from doing this?
Also, what exact pixel sizes does Calibre prefer for book covers?

thanks!
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Old 03-17-2011, 07:02 PM   #2
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Go to the epub output options in the conversion settings and check preserve aspect ratio. calibre doesn't care about cover sizes, that is a function of the viewer ou use to view the epub. A good ratio/size to maintain is 600x800
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Found it - thank you!

and thanks again for providing us with Calibre - it is GREAT!
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