Ebook Proofing Checklist
Ebook Proofing Checklist
Before publishing your ebook, take a final pass to catch anything you may have missed.
This checklist helps ensure your book is clean, consistent, and ready for readers.
Structure & Navigation
✔ Chapters use proper heading styles
✔ Table of contents is clickable
✔ No page numbers in the table of contents
✔ Chapter titles are consistent
✔ Chapters appear in the correct order
Paragraph Formatting
✔ Paragraph style is consistent (indented or block—never both)
✔ Spacing is uniform throughout
✔ No tabs or manual spacing used
✔ No random line breaks or extra blank lines
Fonts & Styling
✔ Standard font used (no decorative fonts)
✔ Bold and italics used consistently
✔ No colored or underlined text
✔ Chapter titles use consistent styling
Images (If Used)
✔ Images display clearly
✔ Images are properly sized
✔ Images are centered and on their own line
✔ No text wrapping around images
✔ No unreadable text inside images
Conversion & File Check
✔ EPUB file opens without errors
✔ No unexpected formatting shifts after conversion
✔ File name is clear and organized
Kindle Preview Check
✔ Table of contents works in navigation
✔ Chapter breaks display correctly
✔ Formatting is consistent throughout
✔ Images display properly
✔ Navigation works as expected
Device Testing
✔ Ebook tested in at least one reading app
✔ Layout holds up across font sizes
✔ Text remains readable in light/dark modes
✔ No major issues on real devices
Final Review
✔ No obvious formatting issues
✔ No broken sections or missing content
✔ Reading experience feels smooth and natural
The Goal
Your ebook should:
- Be clean and consistent
- Function correctly across devices
- Feel professional to the reader
Key Takeaway
If everything works smoothly from start to finish, your ebook is ready to publish.