Replace Pages or Replace Multiple Pages
What is the Replace Pages feature?
The Replace Pages feature allows you to update individual pages within your digital edition in real time, without the need to upload an entirely new PDF. Whether you've identified a typo or need to refresh specific content, this tool enables you to swap out pages quickly and efficiently while preserving your existing link.
Important limitation: Bookmarks and Table of Contents
Please note that bookmarks and table of contents entries will not transfer when using the Replace Pages feature, even if the "Replace links with links within the uploaded PDF" option is selected. These elements can only be applied during a new PDF upload.
If your update requires bookmarks or a table of contents to be carried over, we recommend uploading the PDF as a new edition rather than using Replace Pages. If you need to retain bookmarks and table of contents while keeping the same link, upload a new PDF with full functionality intact while maintaining your original URL.
Replace Pages Window Overview
When you click on Replace under My Editions, you’ll see the Replace Pages window with three tabs at the top. Each tab serves a specific function:
- Replace Pages - Replace one or multiple pages within your digital edition.
- Replace PDF for Download- Swap out the full downloadable PDF without affecting the online viewer.
- Import Text File - Upload a plain text version of your content to enhance accessibility (useful for screen readers and SEO)
Replacing Pages
To replace a single page:
- Go to your Dashboard and click Replace under My Editions.
- Select the page number you want to replace from the dropdown
- Upload the new single-page PDF to replace the existing one
- thumbnail preview of the selected page will appear at the bottom for reference
- Link Settings:
- If the new page includes different links, check the “Replace links” box
- If you want to keep the existing links, leave the box unchecked
4. Replace to complete the update
Replacing Multiple Pages
To replace multiple pages in the catalog:
- Go to your Dashboard and click Replace under My Editions
- In the Replace Page window:
- Choose the starting page number where the replacement should begin (e.g., if you're replacing from page 3 onward, select page 3)
- Upload a single PDF containing all the replacement pages in the exact order they should appear
- Click Replace
Important: Replacing multiple pages can take several minutes, especially when uploading more than 30 pages or using a large file.
To avoid interruptions, do not refresh or navigate away from the page during the process.
If your file is large or you're replacing most of the catalog, we recommend using the alternative method below for a faster and more reliable experience.
How to Manage Larger Catalog Replacements
If you're replacing an entire catalog or if the file is large or contains over 30 pages, we recommend using this alternative method:
- Upload the new catalog as a new edition, making sure to use the same edition name as the original
- Once the upload is complete and you've verified everything looks good:
- Deactivate the old edition
- The public link will remain the same, so there is no disruption for your viewers or shared links
Replace PDF for Download
If you're trying to replace a range of pages in the downloadable version of your catalog (not the online edition)
- Go to your Dashboard and click Replace under My Editions
- Select the Replace PDF for Download Tab
- Upload your PDF file
- Click on Replace
Import Text File (for Accessibility)
The Import Text File option allows you to upload a plain text version of your PDF. This defines the reading order of the content on each page, which improves ADA accessibility, allowing screen readers to present content correctly to users with visual impairments.