Assembling a multi-chapter book

[Don34862646jbr5]

I have several questions about assembling a multi-chapter book in InDesign. The book exceeds 100Mb, so I don't think it makes sense to try to do it as a single indd file. Because my questions deal with different aspects of the process, my sense is that I should make them separate threads rather than bundle them into a single query. Does that make sense?

[Peter Kahrel · Accepted solution]

Yes, it does. With that size publication you'd better use a book (indb). 

[Pariah Burke · Accepted solution]

You'll definitely want to employ an InDesign Book File (.INDB).  This should get you started. If you have questions after starting the process, we're here to help.

[Dave Creamer of IDEAS · Accepted solution]

I use a book file for separate chapters, even on small page-count jobs.

However, I have a 1000-page book that has a chapter that is 361 pages and 367 MBs. 

So base your decision on your computer's capabilities, corruption potential, and editing needs. 

[rob day]

The book exceeds 100Mb,

Hi @Don34862646jbr5 , 100MB doesn’t seem very large—I work on multi- TB Photshop files all the time.

Are you experiencing unexpected slow downs? Are all your images linked (not embedded)?