I wonder whether there would be interest to start a discussion about
printing, binding and finishing scores and parts.
Just to start this let me describe what I typically do.
I have a HP 5000 printer, so I can print large sheets pretty easily. So
I prepare all my scores and parts as PDF booklets (I use CocoaBooklet,
but I believe this would even work through Acrobat itself, it is just
easier using this Mac Application).
I fold the sheets over. I have started to do this in bunches of four.
I'd love to hear how others do this. I use my paper cutter as an
alignment tool.
I then staple using a long arm stapler, and I have recently modified it,
so that the staples are not bent but instead go through the paper and
two holes in the stapler (which I drilled), then I bend them over
myself. This works much better in my experience, especially with thicker
booklets.
Eventually I trim the front. I just bought a rather big and sturdy paper
cutter for this purpose. If I don't do this, in addition to the
unprofessional look, page turns can become difficult at times.
I'd love to hear from others about some tips they have accumulated over
the years. I am especially interested hearing about better methods to
fold the sheets.
Johannes
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