How to Use Year in Review Pages

Published March 14th, 2025 by Julia W.

What are Year in Review Pages? Year in Review pages are pre-made pages that are ready for print. All you need to do in select the templates you would like to use and click on the page you want to apply it to. The Buzz Jr Pages are specifically designed and curated for your younger aged schools However, if you wish, you can edit majority of the Year

Cover Photo Badge

Published July 14th, 2026 by Julia W.

Cover Photos Now Display as "Cover" We've made it easier to identify photos used on your yearbook cover. When viewing your images in the designer, any photo that has been placed on the cover will now display Cover instead of a page number. This makes it quick and easy to see which photos are being used on your cover without having to remember a page

Uploading Individual Shipping Data

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

Entourage offers the option to have your books shipped individually to people’s home rather than sending the order via bulk to one location, usually the school. If you’d like to use this option, we’ll need to get the addresses for everyone you’d like us to ship to. The easiest way to collect addresses is to use a spreadsheet to gather people’s addre

How to Add & Edit Drop Shadows

Published February 5th, 2026 by Julia W.

You can now easily add/remove and edit drop shadows in the same menu How to Add Drop Shadows Click on the element you would like to add a shadow to Click “Frame" in the top menu and click the check box next to “Drop Shadow”. When the check box is filled in, it means you have successfully added the drop shadow.  How to Remove Drop Shadows Click on th

How to Add a Stroke to Text

Published June 22nd, 2026 by Julia W.

A stroke is an outline that appears around the outside of text. Adding a stroke can help text stand out against busy backgrounds, improve readability, and create eye-catching design effects. Adding a Stroke to Text Step 1) Select the text box you want to add a stroke to. The text box will highlight in red when selected Step 2) In the quick menu in t

How to Dock the Quick Menu

Published June 30th, 2026 by Julia W.

Keep your favorite tools within easy reach The Quick Menu gives you fast access to the tools you use most while designing your yearbook. If you prefer having these tools stay pinned in place, you can dock the Quick Menu to the side of the Designer for quick, convenient access. How to Dock the Quick Menu Step 1) Open your yearbook in the Designer. St

How to Add Spine Text to Your Cover

Published June 22nd, 2026 by Julia W.

Adding spine text to your yearbook cover helps identify your book on a shelf and gives it a polished, professional look. We've made this easier with a new Add Spine Text button in the Cover Designer. Our team recommends adding spine text to Hardcover books over 120 pages to help with shelving and create a professional look.  How to Add Spine Text St

Advisor Email Templates

Published August 10th, 2026 by Julia W.

Communicating with parents throughout the yearbook process can be simple and stress-free. To help advisors save time and keep families informed, we have created a collection of ready-to-use email templates covering common yearbook topics such as ordering, deadlines, photo submissions, and senior ads. You can copy, paste, and customize these messages

All About Your Cover

Published November 18th, 2024 by Julia W.

Your browser does not support HTML5 video.   Cover Guidelines:  Knowing the guidelines is the first step to creating an amazing cover!  Firstly, it should be noted that the front of your cover should be placed on the right side of the page, and the back design should be on the left.  The blue spine guideline will split up your design space.   Like p

How to Round Corners

Published July 14th, 2026 by Julia W.

Step 1) Click on the element you want to round the corners on (photo or text box) and in the top Frame menu, select Rounded Corners Step 2) The corners on your element will now be rounded and you can adjust them by selecting Rounded Corner Settings in the Frame menu Step 3) In the Rounded Corners menu, you can adjust the corner radius by using the s

Spell Check

Published July 13th, 2026 by Julia W.

Typos happen, especially when you're focused on designing the perfect page. That's why EDONext includes a built-in Spell Check tool to help you catch spelling mistakes before your yearbook goes to print. How to Run Spell Check from the Ladder Step 1) On the yearbook ladder, click Spell Check  Step 2) In the Spell Check menu, click the page you want

3D Cover Preview - with Augmented Reality

Published July 13th, 2026 by Julia W.

Preview Your Yearbook with 3D Cover Preview Want to see what your finished yearbook will look like before you approve it? The 3D Cover Preview in EDONext lets you view your complete cover wrapped around a realistic book, making it easy to check your design from every angle. What You Can Check The 3D Cover Preview helps you verify several important p

AI Magic Edit

Published June 25th, 2026 by Julia W.

Transform your photos in seconds with AI Magic Edit. Whether you want to enhance an image, remove distractions, or completely change its look, AI-powered editing makes it quick and easy—no advanced editing skills required. What you can do with AI Magic Edit Transform Photos with AI Presets Instantly give your photos a new style using AI-powered pres

Top 10 Tips from Julia: How to Use EDONext for the First Time

Published February 11th, 2026 by Julia W.

Opening EDONext for the first time can feel like a lot — new tools, new workflow, new terminology. The good news? Once you understand how the system is designed to work, everything clicks. After helping design hundreds of yearbooks, here are the tips I share to help new users feel confident from day one. — Julia Your browser does not support HTML5 v

Video: Top 10 Help Pages and Videos You Should Read First

Published February 11th, 2026 by Julia W.

Whether you’re a new yearbook advisor or designer, mastering EDONext starts with knowing where to begin .  These first 10 help videos/articles are the perfect foundation to set up your project, get organized, and start designing with confidence.   1. Welcome to EDONext Start here! This overview introduces the platform layout, key features, and what

How to access the EDONext Page Designer.

Published November 12th, 2024 by Julia W.

  From your account’s home page: Navigate to the Create Tab in your main account dashboard. Click on the first option, EDONext – Page Design, as shown below.          3. You will begin at the Welcome Page where you can see: -Helpful links to our E-Guides -Your recent photo uploads and activity log -System Requirements -Your ladder of all your pages

The Top 5 Pitfalls When Flowing Student Photos

Published February 9th, 2026 by Julia W.

  And how to avoid them before they cost you hours of rework Flowing student photos can save massive amounts of time—but only if it’s done with intention. Below are the most common pitfalls we see yearbook staffs run into, especially mid-year, and how to avoid them. 1. Adding or Removing Students Mid-Year The Pitfall: Adding new students or removing

Pre-Approval Form PDF

Published January 2nd, 2026 by Julia W.

Download and print the pre-approval form below to share with your school principal/admin. This form can be used to have their signed approval on the final yearbook prior to sending the book to print.  *Please note this PDF pre-approval form cannot be used in place of approving the book online and it will not be accepted by EDONext as final yearbook

Photo Check-List PDFs

Published January 2nd, 2026 by Julia W.

Use these Photo-Check Lists to help your students collect the best shots for the yearbook at school events, club meetings, sporting games, etc. Click on the checklists below to download and print them. Sports Events  CLICK TO DOWNLOAD   Performances CLICK TO DOWNLOAD   School Events CLICK TO DOWNLOAD Clubs & Activities CLICK TO DOWNLOAD Academic

Autofill a Theme in EDONext

Published February 17th, 2026 by Julia W.

  Designing your yearbook just got faster. The Autofill Theme feature allows you to instantly apply a coordinated design style across your pages in just a few clicks. This tool automatically places backgrounds, layouts, fonts, and graphic elements so you can focus on adding your content instead of building each page from scratch. *Important Note: Yo

Creating a QR Code

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

Check this out to know how to generate a QR code easily inside your yearbook: Your browser does not support HTML5 video.   If YouTube is blocked on your current browser, Click Here. QR Codes Create your own 2-dimensional barcode and display it in your yearbook to share videos, websites, advertisements, etc. When you scan the code, the event can load

EDONext Designer Diagram

Published September 19th, 2025 by Julia W.

How to Cut Out Photos

Published February 5th, 2026 by Julia W.

Easily remove the background from your photos to create masks, cutouts, or clipping paths – all done instantly with our clipping tool. Check out this video on clipping an image inside the designer: If YouTube is blocked on your current browser, Click Here. Step 1: On your yearbook page, place the image that you wish to clip. Select the image, then s

Adding Shape Elements

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

Adding shapes to your yearbook can give your project visual interest and flair. In this article we will go over how to add shapes to your page. How to Add Shape Elements to the Page Click on the "Elements" button under Insert Items section of the left toolbar in the designer. Next, select the "Shapes" button in the menu You will see 2 types of shape

Video: Saving Pages & Recovering Pages

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

It is always good practice to save and save often. It can be nerve-racking if you’ve done a lot of work on your page and you lose everything! If you forget to click SAVE, we have a backup ready for you, which we call Safety Save. Barring unforeseen circumstances, such as a loss of internet connection or other computer issues, the Safety Save feature

Distribution Day Checklist PDF

Published January 2nd, 2026 by Julia W.

Download & print our distribution day checklist to help you stay on track and prepare for the big day!  CLICK TO DOWNLOAD

Assigning Pages in the Ladder

Published February 19th, 2026 by Julia W.

What it is and why it matters In yearbook design, the ladder is your planning blueprint. It shows every page of the book in order and helps you organize content before and during production. Assigning pages in the ladder means designating specific spreads or pages to sections, topics, or team members so everyone knows what they are responsible for c

Top 10 tips for using EDONext if you used EDO last year

Published February 20th, 2026 by Julia W.

If you used EDOnline last year, you are already off to a great start in EDONext. While the core design tools and overall workflow will feel familiar, EDONext has received a major upgrade and visual refresh this year. The result is a cleaner layout, improved performance, and several new features designed to make creating your yearbook faster and more

Can I link a Caption to a Specific Photo?

Published February 20th, 2026 by Julia W.

If you have ever wondered whether you can link a caption to a specific photo in EDONext, the answer is yes. Instead of placing a separate text box on the page, you can attach captions directly to photos using Manage Photos or in the Designer Quick Menu. This feature helps keep captions connected to the correct image, improves organization, and makes

How to Draw Text on Path

Published November 4th, 2025 by Julia W.

This article will review the steps to draw text on a path or in other words, type in the shape of a circle or other shape in the EDONext designer.  Step 1) Click on your text box in the EDONext designer so it is highlighted in red Step 2) Click “Frame” from the top menu and then select “Transform” in the drop down menu: Step 3) In the next pop up me

Navigating Theme Templates in EDONext

Published November 20th, 2024 by Julia W.

Learn about how to find and apply our theme templates in EDONext Locating Themes in the Designer EDONext has a large library of full book themes available to use. Full book themes have templates for covers, portrait pages, collage pages, autograph pages and more to help you create a cohesive book.  To find and apply themes, first open a page in the

How to Make a Gradient

Published November 4th, 2025 by Julia W.

Follow the steps below to add a gradient fill to a shape in EDONext. These shapes can be used as page embellishment, placed behind text boxes, or enlarged to create a gradient background.    Step 1) Click on the shape on your page you want to add a gradient fill to so it is highlighted in red: Step 2) Double click “frame settings” on the right page

Yearbook Delivery FAQs

Published January 9th, 2025 by Julia W.

When will my books be delivered?  Your books will be delivered on the date you select in Step 3. If rush is available you will be able to select a sooner delivery date for an additional fee.  *Rush dates are subject to availability   Where will my books be delivered?  Books will be delivered in bulk to the address you fill out on your approval form

How to Multi-Flow Portraits

Published February 9th, 2026 by Julia W.

The fastest way to place large groups of student portraits Multi-Flow allows you to flow multiple pages of student portraits at once, saving time and keeping students in the correct order across pages. Follow the steps below to ensure your flow runs smoothly. Before You Begin Before using Multi-Flow, confirm the following: At least one page of stude

AI Auto-Tagging for Portraits in EDONext

Published February 18th, 2026 by Julia W.

AI Auto-Tagging for Portraits in EDONext! Managing thousands of student photos just got easier.   *Full category tagging available by upgrade only. Without the upgrade you can tag single photos with AI Tagging. Please reach out to your account manager for upgrade information and pricing.  *Please confirm permission with your school administration pr

Share Feature

Published March 26th, 2026 by Julia W.

The Share feature in EDONext makes it easy to get feedback on your yearbook pages before finalizing them. You can quickly send a single page or full book flipbook to others via email for review. How to send a Page Step 1) Open the page or spread you’d like to share. Step 2) Click the Share button Step 3) Click Share this page in the dropdown. Step 4

Accessing the eYearbook Add-On Feature

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

To access this feature, click the Sell tab, select Manage Yearbook Sales. Then click the button labeled “Set Up Online Sales“. The last feature in the setup page is now the eYearbook Add-On. Switching on this feature will automatically add the eYearbook to the LINK user’s cart page when adding the yearbook to cart. Please note, the eYearbook can be

Themes in EDONext

Published August 15th, 2025 by Julia W.

Watch this tutorial on how to use themes and see the theme guide listed below. Previous Next Full Book Themes   Theme Keywords Search these keywords to find theme templates, backgrounds, or clipart.  Along Our Way- “along our way” Among the Stars- “among the stars” Art Blast- “art blast” Beyond Words- “beyond words” Bookflix- “bookflix” Building Blo

Inserting Clipart

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

  How to Use Clip Art 1. Click the Elements button from the Insert Items section of the left toolbar. 2. Click “elements” in the pop-up menu 3.  Browse through and select a category of clip art to look through.  You can also use the keyword and color filter at the top of the menu. 4. Click on the clip art that you would like to use on your page. It

Locking and Hiding Pages in the Ladder

Published February 19th, 2026 by Julia W.

Protecting your layout and managing visibility In yearbook production, your ladder is the master plan for the entire book. As pages move from planning to completion, advisors need tools to protect finished work and control what students can see or edit. Two important tools for managing this process are locking pages and hiding pages in the ladder. L

How to Resize frames of Cropped Photos with “Shift” + “X”

Published November 5th, 2024 by Julia W.

If you want to crop your photos in EDOnline and learn the crop keyboard shortcut follow these steps: Part 1) How to crop a photo To start, let’s refresh on how to crop a photo: Step 1) Select the photo you would like to crop and in the quick menu select “Crop/Edit”   Step 2) Once you have elected to crop/edit a photo, you will be taken to the edit p