How to Load a Publication to the eType Platform

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Welcome to our guide on uploading and publishing your newspaper or publication on the eType platform! In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to submit your PDF file, set publication details, and schedule when your readers can access your content. Let’s get started!

Overview

This article explains how to upload and publish your newspaper or publication to the eType platform. You'll learn how to submit your PDF file, set publication details, and schedule when readers can access your content.

Prerequisites

  • Active publisher account on eTypeServices.com

  • PDF file of your publication ready for upload

  • Publication date and release time decided

Instructions

Follow these steps to upload your publication:

Access the Publisher Portal

  1. Go to eTypeServices.com

  2. Click on Publisher Login

  3. Enter your login credentials

Start a New Upload

  1. On the New Request screen, click ADD NEW

  2. Look for the + JOB UPLOAD/NEWS UPLOAD button on the NEW UPLOAD/JOB UPLOAD screen

  3. Click the button to open the upload form

Complete the Publication Details

  1. Publication: Select your publication from the dropdown menu

  2. Type: Choose "Regular paper" or "Special"

  3. Title: Enter the title as you want it to appear in archives (example: "Thursday Nov. 28, 2020")

  4. Publication Date: Select the date from the calendar picker

  5. Release Time: Choose when readers can access the publication from the dropdown menu

  6. Description: Add any special instructions or descriptions if needed

Upload Your PDF File

  1. Drag and drop your PDF file into the upload box

  2. Wait for the file to finish uploading

Submit Your Publication

  1. Click the CREATE button in the bottom right corner

  2. You’ll see a success confirmation

Verify Your Upload

  1. Check that your publication appears on the Pending list

  2. This list is found on the JOB UPLOAD/NEW UPLOAD screen

Pro tip: Double-check your publication date and release time before clicking CREATE to ensure your readers can access the content when expected.

FAQs

What file formats are supported for upload?

Only PDF files are supported for publication uploads to eTypeServices.com.

Can I change the publication details after uploading?

Contact support for assistance with modifying publication details after submission, as changes may not be possible once the upload is in the pending queue.

What's the difference between "Regular paper" and "Special" publication types?

Regular paper refers to your standard publication schedule (daily, weekly, etc.), while Special is used for one-time publications like commemorative editions or special announcements.

How long does it take for my publication to appear online after uploading?

Your publication will go live at the release time you selected during the upload process. Processing typically takes a few minutes after the scheduled release time.

What should I do if my publication doesn't appear in the Pending list?

If your upload doesn't appear in the Pending list, try refreshing the page. If it still doesn't appear, contact eTypeServices support as there may have been an upload error.

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