How to Add Comments on Your Book Cover Proof with Dropbox
When reviewing your book cover design proof, the most efficient way to communicate your feedback is by adding comments directly to the file in Dropbox. This ensures clarity and precision, helping our designers implement your changes quickly and accurately.
Using the commenting tools within Dropbox streamlines the revision process, making it easier for both you and our team. You do not need a Dropbox account to use this feature; simply sign in with your email address.
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Why Comment on Dropbox?
- Clarity: You can point directly to the exact text or element on the cover you want to change.
- Precision: Avoids ambiguity that can arise from a written list of changes.
- Efficiency: Speeds up the revision process, as our designers can quickly locate and understand your feedback.
- Collaboration: All comments are saved automatically and are visible to everyone with access to the file, creating a transparent record of all requested changes.
Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Comments
Open the File in Dropbox
We will provide you with a Dropbox link to your book cover proof. Simply click the link, and the file (usually a JPG or PDF) will open directly in your web browser. You do not need to download the file to add comments.
Click the Comment Icon
In the top right corner of the Dropbox preview screen, you will see a comment icon (a speech bubble). Click this icon to open the comments panel on the right-hand side.
Add a Comment to a Specific Area
To pinpoint a specific area of the design you want to comment on, simply click and drag your mouse to create a box around that area. A comment box will then appear in the right-hand panel. This is the most effective way to communicate visual changes.
Type and Post Your Comment
Type your requested change clearly and specifically in the comment box. For example, "Change this font to a serif style" or "Move this text up slightly." You can also @mention a team member if you need to direct the comment to a specific person. Once you're done, click the Post button.
Edit or Resolve Comments
If you need to change a comment or mark a revision as complete, you can edit or resolve comments in the right-hand panel. Click on the comment, and a menu with options to edit or delete will appear. To resolve an issue, you can check the 'Resolve' button to clear it from the active comments list.
Comments Are Auto-Saved
When using the online link we provide, your comments are automatically saved as you make them. There's no need to manually click a "save" button. Once you have finished adding all your comments, please simply inform us via email or our preferred communication method. We will then access the updated file directly in Dropbox to begin implementing your changes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dropbox Comments
Common questions about using Dropbox for your book cover revisions.
No, you do not need to have a Dropbox account yourself to view and add comments. However, you will need to sign in with an email address. If you've been invited to view a file, you'll be able to comment directly in the browser.
While you can, it is highly discouraged for efficiency and accuracy. Listing changes in a separate document often leads to misunderstandings, especially with precise design adjustments. Commenting directly on the cover with Dropbox is the clearest and fastest way to ensure your revisions are implemented correctly.
Dropbox comments are saved automatically as soon as you post them. There is no manual "save" button required. You can refresh the page to confirm your comments are still there.
You can easily edit or delete your comments. Simply hover over your comment in the right-hand panel, click the "..." menu, and select "Edit" or "Delete" as needed.