Do you have any tips for creating my stapled booklet?

Yes – for a successful print, we recommend following these design tips and upload specifications. - __Format:__ Your file needs to be in PDF format – without password protection. - __Layout:__ Your file should include single pages, each arranged in the correct reading order. Make sure your file includes all of your pages – including 4 cover pages. - __Blank Pages:__ If you want blank inside cover pages, make sure you include blank pages within your PDF file. - __Colors:__ Stapled booklets are printed in CMYK. Images provided in RGB or PANTONE colors will be converted. - __Resolution:__ 300dpi is the required resolution for stapled booklets. Lower resolutions may affect the printing quality. - __Bleeds:__ For an accurate print, include a 1/8" (0.125 in) bleed on every side of every page. If you encounter file upload issues, double-check your bleed – it may exceed the accepted ±0.125 threshold. - __Margins:__ Keep all text at least 1 cm from the margins. Anything closer may be too close to the edge (or the binding) to easily read. For detailed information on how to design your custom booklets, [download our PDF guide.](https://cms.cloudinary.vpsvc.com/image/upload/v1770846381/Site%20Creative%20Media/NPIB-81488-Self-Cover-PDF-Guidelines-size_en-us.pdf)

Saddle-Stitch Booklets

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Create catalogs, manuals and more with a professional stapled binding. Up to 76 customizable pages and 10 size options.

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Engage customers with high-quality stapled booklets.

10 sizes
8-76 pages (including 4 cover pages)
Multiple cover paper options
Standard matte or glossy inside paper
Stapled (saddle-stitched) binding
Vivid, full-color printing

Note: Download this PDF guide for important information on how to create your stapled booklets, and see our FAQ tab for shipping details.

Straightforward & impactful

Custom stapled booklets are a low-cost and reliable choice for professional manuals, magazines or catalogs. Stapled booklets, also called saddle-stitched, are a compact and affordable option. And, with 4-72 internal pages, you have plenty of space to include images, charts and other essential, eye-catching information. Whether you keep them around your business for repeat use or send out a monthly publication, stapled booklets booklets help keep your customers engaged and informed.

Versatile & informative

With multiple sizes available, our saddle-stitch booklets have something to offer various types of businesses. Share your products and services with one of our standard sizes, or get a sophisticated look for photography and fashion publications with our square booklets. Each of our saddle-stitched booklets includes 4 cover pages (2 in the front, 2 in the back), available in standard, premium or premium plus paper, with your choice of a matte or glossy finish.

Intuitive design process

Our uploading experience is designed to make it as easy as possible to print your own booklet. To begin, choose your booklet’s size and number of pages, then upload your PDF using our easy upload system. Next, confirm your cover and inside paper stock before you check out. After that, we’ll take care of the rest and make sure your file is correctly formatted and ready to print. Your professionally printed and stapled booklets will arrive looking great and ready to impress.

Need more than 2,000? Send us a request.

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Responsibly Sourced Materials: Products made from responsibly sourced materials are designed to help reduce environmental impact. They're selected not only for the materials themselves, but also with consideration for the workers who farm and manufacture them, indigenous communities affected by production and the biodiversity in and around production areas.

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Super happy!

May 3, 2026 | Angel M. |

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The booklet looks great, and it arrived much sooner than anticipated. I’m very happy how everything turned out and will be using this service again.

Amazing product.

May 2, 2026 | Lily P. |

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The cheapest price for the best quality.

pretty decent :)

May 1, 2026 | Oli E. |

Verified Buyer

for the most part, quality of my booklets were good. The paper was nice quality and the print job for the inside of the booklet was good. However, there were errors in the print on the front cover and very faint scratches when reflected in the light. Overall, I am satisfied, but I wish the cover print was better

Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:

We are glad to hear that you are happy with the overall quality of your saddle-stitch booklets, particularly the paper and the interior print. However, we are sorry to learn about the issues you noticed on the front cover, including print imperfections and faint scratches. To help us review this more closely, please reply to this email with clear photos showing the cover issues you described. This will allow our team to assess the print and finishing in detail and investigate the concern further. We appreciate your cooperation and the opportunity to look into this for you. If your request is urgent and you need an immediate solution, please reach out to our Customer Support team via 1.866.207.4955.

Exceptional Quality and Reliable Printing You Can Trust

May 1, 2026 | Julio L. |

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I highly recommend this printing service for its exceptional quality and reliable customer care. Every project I’ve handled with them has met a high standard—from sharp, vibrant colors to precise finishes and durable materials. Their team communicates clearly, meets deadlines consistently, and pays close attention to detail, no matter the size of the job. If you value professionalism, consistency, and top-tier results, this is a service you can trust.

Nice Booklets

May 1, 2026 | (Study U. |

Verified Buyer

These printed nicely and are good quality. They are batched into smaller packets in plastic wrap.

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Frequently asked questions

As you checkout, you’ll be able to choose the standard delivery (8 business days) or priority delivery (6 business days). However, please note that lower resolution files (less than 360 dpi) and/or booklets with a larger page count may result in production delays that can affect the delivery date. If any production issues are discovered, we'll be in touch with you to get the issues resolved and to discuss any resulting delays. For more details, please contact our VistaPrint Customer CARE Team.

Saddle-stitched is another term for stapled. It means that the booklets are bound with staples. Perfect bound booklets, on the other hand, are bound with glue. Saddle-stitch booklets are considered low-cost and durable, a straightforward choice for an assortment of projects or business needs – we particularly recommend them for price lists, product catalogs, event programs, brochures, pamphlets and magazines. They also work well for restaurants or cafes in need of longer, more detailed menus.

See our booklets page for a look at our breadth of booklet bindings.

Your stapled booklets can include 8-76 pages – this includes 4 cover pages (front cover, inside front cover, back cover and inside back cover). For example, an 8-page booklet = 4 cover pages + 4 inside pages. You can increase or decrease a stapled booklet’s page count in increments of 4: 12 pages, 16 pages, 20 pages, etc.

No, you’re not required to - you’ll just need to include blank pages in your print-ready PDF. But if you’d like to utilize all the space and add content to all 4 cover pages, you’re welcome to do that, too.

Yes – for a successful print, we recommend following these design tips and upload specifications.

Format: Your file needs to be in PDF format – without password protection.
Layout: Your file should include single pages, each arranged in the correct reading order. Make sure your file includes all of your pages – including 4 cover pages.
Blank Pages: If you want blank inside cover pages, make sure you include blank pages within your PDF file.
Colors: Stapled booklets are printed in CMYK. Images provided in RGB or PANTONE colors will be converted.
Resolution: 300dpi is the required resolution for stapled booklets. Lower resolutions may affect the printing quality.
Bleeds: For an accurate print, include a 1/8" (0.125 in) bleed on every side of every page. If you encounter file upload issues, double-check your bleed – it may exceed the accepted ±0.125 threshold.
Margins: Keep all text at least 1 cm from the margins. Anything closer may be too close to the edge (or the binding) to easily read.

For detailed information on how to design your custom booklets, download our PDF guide.

We don’t offer proofs, but you can order a single booklet to see how your design turns out before ordering a higher quantity.

We have a range of options for both our cover and inside paper stocks:

Cover paper stocks: Saddle-stitch booklets include four cover pages, available in budget, standard, standard plus, premium, premium plus or deluxe paper. Cover finishes include uncoated, recycled, matte, or glossy.

Inside paper stocks: Inside pages are available in budget, standard, or standard plus paper, with uncoated, recycled matte, or glossy finishes.