Summary
This article is an introductory informational source for the USNH Pressbooks.
How-To
Task: This article describes how to use Pressbooks.
Instructions
To login to Pressbooks using your USNH credentials, go to https://pressbooks.usnh.edu/ and click on Sign in in the upper right hand corner. Please login before making a Pressbooks request, this is required to get your account activated.
To request a new Pressbook, please use the Pressbooks Service Request.
With Pressbooks you can output on the web and also in EPUB.
Content implementation and design is simple through the Pressbooks dashboard. Like WordPress, all the tools needed are available through the dashboard, and are divided by category.
The main tools needed to begin developing your book are found in the Organize, Media, Appearance, and Export tabs.
The Organize tab is where you will insert the text and media for your book. From here, you can structure your book by adding headnotes, appendices, sections, and chapters.
The Media tab shows the collection of media available to use in your book. This tab allows you to upload media to your library, and will also reveal any images uploaded through the Organize tab's text editor. Image size, captions, and Alt Text can be edited through this tab to enhance the accessibility of your book.
The Appearance tab configures the look of your book. There is a vast library of appearances to choose from, many paying homage to classic novels. Choosing a new appearance automatically optimizes your book's content to fit the desired look.
The Export tab downloads a copy of your book in various file formats. Format types include EPUB, which are optimized for Kindle and other eReaders. All content published in the book is automatically available in a digital format through the URL created for your book. Other options such as plugins, licensing, and publishing are also available through the Pressbooks dashboard. The above tabs, however, are adequate to begin creating and digitally distributing your pressbook.
Here are links to the User Guide hosted at Pressbooks.com, as well as an additional guide for educators:
Pressbooks User Guide:
https://guide.pressbooks.com/
Pressbooks YouTube channel, with basic tutorials:
https://www.youtube.com/user/pressbooks
There is also a Help Site with a searchable database of How-tos and a Quick Start Guide, as well as an FAQ.
Pressbooks Help Center knowledge base:
https://pressbooks.zendesk.com/hc/en-us
Pressbooks FAQ:
https://pressbooks.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/sections/360008914951-General-Pressbooks-FAQ
For more information, consult the current ET&S Newsletter for upcoming workshops and drop-in hours for Pressbooks.
Outcome
Users will be able to understand how to visit Pressbooks and request new materials.
Further Readings
Pressbooks User Guide:
https://guide.pressbooks.com/
Pressbooks YouTube channel, with basic tutorials:
https://www.youtube.com/user/pressbooks
Pressbooks Help Center knowledge base:
https://pressbooks.zendesk.com/hc/en-us
Pressbooks FAQ:
https://pressbooks.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/sections/360008914951-General-Pressbooks-FAQ
Need additional help?
For additional training, please visit the Teaching & Learning Technologies Training site. For support please visit the Pressbooks Service Request. For password issues you must call or visit the Help Desk in person.