eBook Conversion Matrix
As expected, when I started doing the ebook conversion matrix, I found topics that I still haven’t discussed. There are also some articles that needs to be updated soon. Most likely, ebook conversion matrix should also be like my free ebooks download post that needs to be modified from time to time as well as adding links of future articles related to ebook conversion.
I might add some ebook formats and post follow up post to other ebook conversion topics soon. A single cell could have a couple of links depends on the progress of my future posts.
| Format | DOC | LIT | PRC | RGO | TXT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOC | Reformat DOC | DOC to LIT | Prepare DOC | DOC to PDF | DOC to RGO | - |
| PDF to DOC | PDF to LIT | - | PDF to RGO | PDF to TXT | ||
| PRC | - | - | Create PRC | - | - | - |
| RGO | RGO to DOC | - | RGO to PRC | RGO to PDF | - | - |
| LIT | - | - | - | - | LIT to RGO | - |
Also, if you have requests that appropriate for this post, let me know. BTW, I decided to make this a normal post rather than making this a page as I mentioned in my previous article. Its now easy searching if you’re looking for ebook conversion matrix.
Create PDF Easily
For me, the easiest way to create PDF file is to install add-in driver or driver printer such as doPDF, CutePDF etc which I tried in the past. They are totally free. Of course, there are available software for the specific purpose of creating PDF files. Remember that its always been my goal to convert files easily using freewares.
Before PDF, I prefer using MS Word as the initial document for many reasons, easy editing, layout, formatting etc. I believe I mentioned that many times already. The following is a list of like softwares below, check it out what’s best for you. Take note that these are PDF converters and not PDF reader… simply choose the installed printer driver as your printer to convert the document to PDF.
doPDF (1.6 MB) is a free PDF converter that works for 32 bit and 64 bit Windows Operating System. Doesn’t require GhostScript or runtime environments like the .NET Framework. Open a document (with Microsoft Word, WordPad, NotePad or any other software), choose Print and select doPDF. No tagged or watermark PDF output.
CutePDF also a free PDF converter that works for Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista (x32/x64). The printer driver converts the document into a PDF file. It requires to install the GPL GhostScript (18.5 MB for version 8.64). I installed both the Writer (1.54 MB) and Converter (5.01 MB) to use it. Choose CutePDF Writer as your printer. No tagged or watermark PDF output.
Bullzip PDF Printer (4.0 MB) is a virtual driver compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/XP x64/2003/2003 x64/Vista/Vista x64/2008/Windows 7 (beta build 7000). The printer driver requires GhostScript Lite (8.8 MB) but doesn’t need to download separately, it will also be installed. Its a freeware with limitations, which means that it is FREE for personal and commercial use up to 10 users only. Choose BullZip PDF Writer to convert your document to PDF.
Originally, I started this list with 10 printer driver softwares. I removed commercial softwares, also those free softwares with tagged PDF or with advertisement of their product on the PDF output file. I also removed a freeware, I used in the past because it was installing a different name and not free anymore. Please read further information/compatibility on the links provided above, I am not liable for any damage it may cause you. On the other hand, I will still search for more like freewares and add them here.
Looking For eBook Conversion Matrix?
This blog is almost 2 years old, my articles are continuously growing about mobile ebook stuff and ebook conversion. Although I do update this blog 2-3 times a week, sometimes I was thinking if I already wrote a certain topic. Of course, I don’t want to discuss topics that have been discussed already. And duplicate contents is bad for SEO.
I was thinking to make a mobile ebook conversion matrix page, its sort of an index to what article an eBookworm should read to every ebook format he/she needs to be converted. It could drain my energy on doing such page but it will surely help those who want to convert their ebooks. And, in a way, it will help me search easily for topics I haven’t yet discussed. I’m still figuring out on how to structure the index page but for sure I will concentrate on ebooks that can be read on mobiles.
Please share me your thoughts on this. This blog is accepting requests and suggestions, don’t hesitate to voice it out by commenting below. It will be posted as soon as its done and located in between links and privacy pages.
AudioBooks On Mobile
I mentally take note of the release of the 8th book of The Women’s Murder Club. I usually find the ebook file two days after its release date just like what happened to Harry Potter ebooks. It seems that I lost my touch this time, I can’t find 8th Confession by James Patterson. I’ve been searching for two weeks. What I found was audiobook format on the 3rd day after its release date.
Although its possible to play it on my symbian phone, I still prefer reading than “hearing the book”. Depends on my mood, I might blog about mobile audiobooks soon. I’m happy that I found the ebook format. For the meantime, I have some ebook conversion to do so I can read 8th confession on my mobile. I’ll be busy for a while.
Java eBook Reader Or Stand Alone Reader?
Java eBook Reader is the most common title used in thread titles referring to an eBook conversion software. I don’t want to mention the name of the software. Even on the official website of the said coversion tool, they are calling it as reader, when in fact that it is a conversion tool. Conversion tool is totally different to an ebook reader.
It is somewhat deceiving to eBookworms looking specifically for mobile application and not a PC installer. I found it deceiving and to a ebook reader searcher, it is annoying to learn after file download. No, I wasn’t deceived when I already blog the software here long time ago.
I do recommend mobipocket for S40 or another java enabled phones if they are asking for compatible readers. I also recommend converting their file to java format if they have files that need to be converted. These java format files with *.jar or *.jad extension names are stand alone readers just like *.exe ebook files meaning they are executable files or stand alone readers. There’s no need to install a separate reader for these files. I never tried executable (*.exe) ebook files on my PC after my antivirus detected a virus.
To ebook reader developers and promoters, please don’t deceived your possible buyers and consumers. I had a friend who was so disappointed when he encountered such ebook reader that’s why I’m sharing it here.
